About this podcast

In this insightful episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, host Mel Robbins, a New York Times best-selling author and expert on confidence and motivation, delves into the complex world of Adult ADHD. Joined by Dr. Chris Palmer, a distinguished psychiatrist from Harvard's McLean Hospital and the founder of the Metabolic & Mental Health Program, the conversation aims to demystify ADHD. Dr. Palmer shares his extensive research and clinical experience, explaining what ADHD truly is, its subtle signs, diagnostic criteria, and the neurological impact of medication. The discussion also covers holistic approaches, including the crucial roles of diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes in improving ADHD symptoms, and even touches upon the potential benefits for individuals on the autism spectrum. Mel Robbins also shares her deeply personal journey with a late-life ADHD diagnosis, offering a relatable perspective and empowering listeners with knowledge and actionable strategies to better understand and address their own or their loved ones' experiences with ADHD.