A One-Two Punch: ADHD and Sexuality w/ Libby

Kenna and Brianna meet with their friend Libby to talk about the unique intersection of sexuality and ADHD, a connection that isn’t often made when discussing sex education. From the way medication and ADHD affects sex drive and relationships, to the parallels seen in the lack of female-focused sex ed and ADHD research, there is plenty to be discussed on this episode. (And for what is probably the thousandth time, we beg you NOT to use Wattpad fanfiction as your primary source of sex ed.) 

 
Below you can find a glossary of jargon-y terms we might’ve said on the show: 

• ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder): A disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity. Symptoms vary from person to person and manifest in different ways based on sex assigned at birth, age, or other factors.  
• DSM: Stands for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, and is the handbook used by mental professionals to help in diagnoses of mental disorders. 
• Rejection sensitive dysphoria: An intense emotional response caused by the perception that you have disappointed others in your life.  

 
Special thanks to:  

• Planned Parenthood Staff: Paola Ferst, Kelsey Hunt-Dolan, and Nan Morgan 
• Audio Editor: Martin Pelaez 
• Music: Rascal Miles with the song “Imagination.” Also check out their new project Tailor-Made at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhJDNtkZTYI  
• Cover Art: Brianna Nelson 

Disclaimer:
The experiences and opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida. Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida does not guarantee the completeness, nor the accuracy of the content of this podcast and accepts no liability for any direct or indirect damage of any kind arising from, or in any way related to, the podcast’s content. The information provided in this podcast does not constitute medical, mental health, legal, or other professional advice or services.

Thank you’s and credits to the following amazing people:

• Hosts: Brianna Nelson and Kenna Bartlett 
• Planned Parenthood Staff: Kathy Dobson,  Kelsey Hunt-Dolan, and Nan Morgan 
• Audio Editor: Brianna Nelson 
• Intro and Outro Music: “Mellow” by Ethan Korvne (Check out his LP “Something Else to Do” on Spotify and Apple Music!) 
• Cover Art: Brianna Nelson