I Didn’t Know This Was ADHD

In this episode of All Dads Podcast, I share my personal journey to being diagnosed with ADHD at 42 — after years of anxiety, overwhelm, and feeling like I was just “coping” rather than living.

I talk openly about struggling in silence, the impact it had on my family and work, the long wait for answers, and the relief of finally being listened to and understood.

This isn’t medical advice — just one dad’s story, shared honestly in the hope that if you recognise yourself in it, you’ll know you’re not alone.

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Stuart, a 43-year-old train driver and dad to a neurodivergent son, shares his recent ADHD diagnosis and long struggle with mental health and overwhelm while parenting. He explains how the right support helped him gain control, compassion, and a desire to be honest about his past mistakes.

This episode launches the All Dads Podcast. A space for men to tell their stories, find support, and challenge harmful ideas of masculinity. Stuart outlines the show’s aims, the types of guests he wants to feature, and how listeners can follow or contact the podcast to join the community.

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