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WTF is AuDHD?

WTF is AuDHD?

By: Ellie & Paige Harwood
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Summary

Ellie (33) and Paige (31) are sisters who were diagnosed late with autism and ADHD (AuDHD). However, the way it manifests in them doesn't look the same. With AuDHD only becoming an official diagnosis in 2013, the lack of research not only resulted in late diagnosis and mental health issues, but also left Ellie and Paige feeling alone and confused. This podcast is a space where Ellie and Paige share their experiences, in the hopes it will help others. It explores the vast manifestations of neurodivergence and emphasises how even sisters with the same condition can look completely different.


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Ellie & Paige Harwood Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
Episodes
  • E65 | Things that dysregulate us (feat. you)

    E65 | Things that dysregulate us (feat. you)
    May 3 2026

    What completely dysregulates you that might seem a bit unusual to someone else? This episode is basically a collection of “why does THIS send me over the edge?” moments.


    We’re sharing the things that dysregulate us as AuDHDers - from noises, to sounds, to textures, to general demands - we share our own experiences plus read out the ones you sent us on Instagram.


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    32 mins
  • E64 | Cannabis and AuDHD - why does it make me feel "normal"?

    E64 | Cannabis and AuDHD - why does it make me feel "normal"?
    Apr 27 2026

    Content note: This episode discusses cannabis use and self-medication. We’re sharing personal experiences, not medical advice. If medicinal cannabis is legal in your country/state, please see a healthcare professional to discuss your prescription options.


    In this episode, we explore why cannabis use seems to be relatively common among ADHD and autistic people - and what we’ve personally noticed. Even though we're sisters, we've both had different relationships with it.


    We talk about how it affects our brains and bodies, the ways it can help (and sometimes not help), and the very loose science behind why this might be the case. We chat about the endocannabinoid system and how that system might work differently in autistic people and discuss whether this might be why it helps some of us feel "normal".


    Again, this isn't medical advice, it's just a casual chat about something that isn’t talked about enough.


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    46 mins
  • E63 | The anxiety loop living in our bodies - Hyperventilation Syndrome

    E63 | The anxiety loop living in our bodies - Hyperventilation Syndrome
    Apr 20 2026

    In this episode, we’re talking about Hyperventilation Syndrome and how easy it is to get stuck in an anxiety-breathing feedback loop without even realising.


    If you often feel dizzy, tight-chested, or like you can't catch a literal breath - you might relate to our personal experiences with chronic hyperventilation throughout our lives.


    We also touch on Ellie's lived experience with “W sitting” (if you know, you know). We chat about why so many neurodivergent people do it, why it’s not ideal for development, and how it’s impacted Ellie's body long-term.


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    43 mins
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