Gina Pera's Adult ADHD Roller Coaster
You have questions about Adult ADHD? I work hard to provide answers. — Reliable answers honed over 20 years of primary research, writing books, blogging, presenting at major conferences, and leading support groups. — Preeminent ADHD experts including Russell Barkley, PhD, endorse my work. — These podcasts share readers' most popular posts from my award-winning ADHD Roller Coaster blog—the second and oldest website of any kind on Adult ADHD. — Founded in 2008. — My long-awaited online courses are available NOW — For individuals, couples, and professionals. — Thanks for listening—and subscribing — Gina Pera, author and educator: "Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?" and "Adult ADHD-Focused Couple Therapy: Clinical Interventions" — Blog: https://ADHDRollerCoaster.org — Training site: https://adhdsuccesstraining.com/adult-adhd-solving-the-four-essential-puzzle-pieces-consumers/
Gina Pera's Adult ADHD Roller Coaster
Breaking Out of ADHD Relationship Dysfunction—After Not Breaking a Fall
This is the audio version of one of the most popular posts at the ADHD Roller Coaster blog:
"Breaking Out of ADHD Relationship Dysfunction—After Not Breaking a Fall"
Read the full post here: https://adhdrollercoaster.org/the-basics/breaking-out-of-adhd-relationship-dysfunction-after-not-breaking-a-fall/
In this episode, I share a personal story that reveals hard-earned insights about ADHD, relationships, and what it takes to break out of long-standing patterns. My hope is that it helps smooth your ride—more fun, less whiplash.
Here’s what we cover:
- How ADHD relationship patterns become entrenched—often before diagnosis
- Why distorted assumptions and poor coping responses develop on both sides
- How to distinguish ADHD symptoms from these ingrained behaviors
- Why even good medication or therapy may not produce results—unless you understand this
These are issues I’ve tackled in my writing and presentations around the world—from San Francisco to Turkey.
Related episode:
ADHD, Empathy, and Dopamine – Podcast: https://adhdrollercoaster.org/adhd-and-relationships/empathy-dopamine-and-adhd-a-study-book-excerpt-and-definition/
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—Gina Pera
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