ADHD doesn’t just impact focus—it can wreak havoc on relationships and intimacy. In this revealing episode, Dr. Amen and Tana expose the little-known ways undiagnosed or untreated ADHD can sabotage your love life, from saying hurtful things to emotional outbursts to struggles with connection and sexual satisfaction. If you or your partner have ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or disconnected in the bedroom, this episode is a must-listen. Understanding how ADHD affects intimacy is the first step to rebuilding passion and trust.
00:00 Intro
00:52 ADHD & Sex
01:54 ADHD vs ADD
04:38 How Does ADHD Impact Relationships?
11:33 ADHD in the Bedroom
15:28 The “New Love” Addiction Cycle
16:50 Sponsor
18:05 Novelty Patterns
19:04 ADHD Symptoms in Sex
24:34 Dopamine
28:30 Conflict Seeking Behavior
30:59 Guilt vs Shame
33:00 Practical Tips to Manage ADHD & Sex
41:35 Wrap Up
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