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Have you ever spent hours getting ready for a social event, only to feel that same knot of anxiety when it’s time to go? Or maybe you avoid social events altogether, worried you’ll say the wrong thing. 

For some women, juggling ADHD and social anxiety can feel like an ongoing fight. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson dives into the connection between ADHD and social anxiety. Watch as she breaks down ways ADHD can make social situations overwhelming. And get tips on how to better manage social interactions.

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Timestamps: 

(01:11) What is social anxiety disorder?

(04:28) What does research say about ADHD and social anxiety?

(07:22) Strategies for managing social anxiety

Transcript: 

Hosts

  • Jaye Lin

    is an ADHD coach, speaker, instructor, and podcaster.

    • Cate Osborn

      (@catieosaurus) is a certified sex educator, and mental health advocate. She is currently one of the foremost influencers on ADHD.

      • Monica Johnson, PsyD

        is a clinical psychologist and owner of Kind Mind Psychology, a private practice specializing in evidence-based approaches to treating a wide range of mental health issues.

        • Rae Jacobson, MS

          is a writer who focuses on ADHD and learning disabilities in women and girls.

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