Mel Robbins on 6 surprising signs of adult ADHD

In episode 76 of The Mel Robbins Podcast (November 2024), Mel Robbins walks through signs of adult ADHD that often fly under the radar.

The signs she covers

• Hyperfocus: hours of intense focus, and feeling scattered the rest of the time.
• Harsh self criticism that never seems to switch off.
• Exhaustion after ordinary tasks, possibly because your brain works hard to filter out distractions.
• An internal struggle: girls and women are often seen as dreamy or messy and may develop shame or anxiety instead.
• Procrastination, forgetfulness and emotional overwhelm.

Good to know

Recognising yourself in a list is not a diagnosis. If this episode rings a bell, it can be a good reason to talk to your doctor.