The Truth About Women's ADHD (Explained by a psychiatrist)

Dr Shyamal Mashru is an award winning psychiatrist and ADHD expert having assessed and treated thousands of people with ADHD Working in both the public and private sector, he has a deep understanding of ADHD and the consequences it can have on your mental health. 00:00 Trailer 01:28 The most common ADHD trait 05:34 Dr Shy’s mission 11:12 ADHD and sleep 15:20 How ADHD affects self esteem 22:44 Tiimo advert 23:51 Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 30:44 Why ADHD people feel shame 35:14 Top female ADHD challenges (how to overcome them) 36:47 Common co-morbid conditions 46:42 The link between ADHD and dementia 54:25 Dr Shy’s ADHD item 57:54 Audience questions (the washing machine of woes) 01:01:13 A letter to my younger self The ADHD Health Clinic is an official CQC registered clinic. Our staff are all highly experienced Consultant Psychiatrists with years of medical leadership experience in the NHS and private sector. They have also published books in this field. For Adults (over 18s) Book an online Combined Adult ADHD and Autism Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/autism/book-a-combined-autism-adhd-assessment/ 💰 Saving of £345 compared to booking separate appointments for Autism and ADHD Book an online Adult ADHD Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-adhd-assessment/ Book an online Adult Autism assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/autism/book-an-autism-assessment/ For Children (6-17 years old) Book an online Combined Child ADHD and Autism Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-online-combined-child-autism-adhd-assessment/ 💰 Saving of £450 compared to booking separate appointments for Autism and ADHD Book an online Child ADHD Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-online-child-adhd-assessment/ Book an online Child Autism Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-online-child-adhd-assessment/ Meet Our Experienced Clinicians 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/clinicians/ 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. Shyamal MashruguestAlex Partridgehost

Nov 11, 20251h 2mWatch on YouTube ↗

EPISODE INFO

Released: November 11, 2025
Duration: 1h 2m
Channel: ADHD Chatter Podcast
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Dr Shyamal Mashru is an award winning psychiatrist and ADHD expert having assessed and treated thousands of people with ADHD Working in both the public and private sector, he has a deep understanding of ADHD and the consequences it can have on your mental health. 00:00 Trailer 01:28 The most common ADHD trait 05:34 Dr Shy’s mission 11:12 ADHD and sleep 15:20 How ADHD affects self esteem 22:44 Tiimo advert 23:51 Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria 30:44 Why ADHD people feel shame 35:14 Top female ADHD challenges (how to overcome them) 36:47 Common co-morbid conditions 46:42 The link between ADHD and dementia 54:25 Dr Shy’s ADHD item 57:54 Audience questions (the washing machine of woes) 01:01:13 A letter to my younger self The ADHD Health Clinic is an official CQC registered clinic. Our staff are all highly experienced Consultant Psychiatrists with years of medical leadership experience in the NHS and private sector. They have also published books in this field. For Adults (over 18s) Book an online Combined Adult ADHD and Autism Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/autism/book-a-combined-autism-adhd-assessment/ 💰 Saving of £345 compared to booking separate appointments for Autism and ADHD Book an online Adult ADHD Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-adhd-assessment/ Book an online Adult Autism assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/autism/book-an-autism-assessment/ For Children (6-17 years old) Book an online Combined Child ADHD and Autism Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-online-combined-child-autism-adhd-assessment/ 💰 Saving of £450 compared to booking separate appointments for Autism and ADHD Book an online Child ADHD Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-online-child-adhd-assessment/ Book an online Child Autism Assessment 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/adhd-treatment-options/book-an-online-child-adhd-assessment/ Meet Our Experienced Clinicians 👉 https://adhdhealthclinic.co.uk/clinicians/ 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. Shyamal Mashru
guest
Psychiatrist specializing in ADHD assessment and treatment, discussing clinical diagnosis, comorbidities, and management strategies.
Alex Partridge
host
Host of the ADHD Chatter Podcast, interviewing guests about ADHD and sharing personal ADHD-related perspectives and show segments.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of ADHD Chatter Podcast, featuring Dr. Shyamal Mashru and Alex Partridge, The Truth About Women's ADHD (Explained by a psychiatrist) explores psychiatrist explains women’s ADHD: misdiagnosis, masking, RSD, and treatment Dr. Mashru argues the most common cross-cutting ADHD experience is feeling misunderstood and “not fitting in,” which often drives masking, people-pleasing, and social exhaustion.

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