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EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 53 MIN

Nelly Furtado Opens Up About Late ADHD Diagnosis (EXCLUSIVE)

from ADHD Chatter · host Alex Partridge

Nelly Furtado is a world renowned musical superstar who needs no introduction. Nelly gives ADHD Chatter a detailed insight into her late ADHD diagnosis that she recieved at 43 years old, showing you a side of her you’ve never seen before. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 02:32 Early memories of feeling different  08:23 The diagnosis story  12:51 Where ADHD has caused problems  15:16 How would your best friends describe you  20:19 Motherhood  21:03 Tiimo advert  22:15 Family reactions to diagnosis  23:27 How ADHD helps with song writing 26:16 Are you impulsive? 27:23 Imposter syndrome  35:01 Is ADHD a superpower  40:52 Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria  43:40 Words of wisdom  48:12 Advice for young Nelly 49:29 Nelly’s ADHD item 51:56 A letter from the previous guest Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817 Producer: Timon Woodward Recorded by: Hamlin Studios Trailer Editor: Ryan Faber DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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