Oversharing, Vulnerability Hangovers & Conflict with ADHD Relationship Expert Dr. Ali Arena

March 8th, 2023

Episode 7 - Podcast

Dr. Ali Arena is a communications & relationship expert specialising in the unique relational dynamics between neurodivergent and neurotypical people, both adults and kids. Ali has ADHD herself, and is both a Speech-Language Pathologist & Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She’s a kind of like an interpersonal detective that searches for patterns to increase connection either in romantic relationships, friendships, or parent-child dynamics.

Dr. Ali & I talk about:

the differences in communication style between women and men

the social strengths of ADHD in relationships

how to navigate chronic oversharing, info-dumping and vulnerability hangovers

all or nothing catastrophizing in arguments

having arguments because we’re bored and it’s a dopamine hit

becoming disembodied during conflicts and disconnecting from our intentions/spiralling out of control

setting boundaries and scheduling down time to nourish your nervous system

sensory regulation tips for supporting the ADHD kids in your life

helping your ADHD partner calm down when they’re spiralling

what to do when you’re stuck next to someone on a plane and don’t want to overshare… and more!