Do you have AuDHD (Autism & ADHD)? 10 Signs | Dr. Samantha Hiew

Dr. Samantha Hiew is a highly specialised female ADHD and Autism expert with a PhD in medical sciences. With a glowing background in the science of Neurodiversity, she’s using her vast knowledge to help you feel seen and understood. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:59 Common AuDHD struggles 04:53 AuDHD meltdown explained 07:13 Is masking more common in AuDHD 09:19 AuDHD and social burnout 11:08 Why many AuDHD women are missed 13:03 4 sub-types of autism (new research) 17:22 Common signs of AuDHD 19:56 Tiimo advert 21:02 Life events that trigger AuDHD traits 23:12 How ADHD clashes with Autism 25:33 Do AuDHD people feel more shame 27:31 Do AuDHD people feel RSD more intensely 29:25 Are AuDHD people hard to live with 30:54 How to support AuDHD in relationships 36:14 How to begin unmasking 41:40 The link between AuDHD and depression 44:44 Is AuDHD a lonely experience 48:48 Closing advice 51:11 The washing machine of woes (ADHD agony aunt) 53:54 3 rules to live by (a letter from the previous guest) Check out Sam's AuDHD programme 👉 https://hub.adhdgirls.co.uk/AuDHD-Women-Intersectional-Scientific-Lens Find Sam on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/samanthahiewphd/?hl=en Visit Sam's website 👉 https://samanthahiew.com 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.

Dr. Samantha HiewguestAlex Partridgehost

Oct 6, 202555mWatch on YouTube ↗

EPISODE INFO

Released: October 6, 2025
Duration: 55m
Channel: ADHD Chatter Podcast
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Dr. Samantha Hiew is a highly specialised female ADHD and Autism expert with a PhD in medical sciences. With a glowing background in the science of Neurodiversity, she’s using her vast knowledge to help you feel seen and understood. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 01:59 Common AuDHD struggles 04:53 AuDHD meltdown explained 07:13 Is masking more common in AuDHD 09:19 AuDHD and social burnout 11:08 Why many AuDHD women are missed 13:03 4 sub-types of autism (new research) 17:22 Common signs of AuDHD 19:56 Tiimo advert 21:02 Life events that trigger AuDHD traits 23:12 How ADHD clashes with Autism 25:33 Do AuDHD people feel more shame 27:31 Do AuDHD people feel RSD more intensely 29:25 Are AuDHD people hard to live with 30:54 How to support AuDHD in relationships 36:14 How to begin unmasking 41:40 The link between AuDHD and depression 44:44 Is AuDHD a lonely experience 48:48 Closing advice 51:11 The washing machine of woes (ADHD agony aunt) 53:54 3 rules to live by (a letter from the previous guest) Check out Sam's AuDHD programme 👉 https://hub.adhdgirls.co.uk/AuDHD-Women-Intersectional-Scientific-Lens Find Sam on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/samanthahiewphd/?hl=en Visit Sam's website 👉 https://samanthahiew.com 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.

SPEAKERS

Dr. Samantha Hiew
guest
ADHD and autism (AuDHD) expert with a PhD in medical sciences who educates and trains clinicians on neurodiversity.
Alex Partridge
host
Host of the ADHD Chatter Podcast, interviewing experts about ADHD and related neurodiversity topics.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of ADHD Chatter Podcast, featuring Dr. Samantha Hiew and Alex Partridge, Do you have AuDHD (Autism & ADHD)? 10 Signs | Dr. Samantha Hiew explores understanding AuDHD: masking, meltdowns, misdiagnosis, and relationship support strategies AuDHD often involves difficulty “shifting gears,” where a person simultaneously craves freedom and needs routine, making last-minute changes uniquely destabilizing.

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