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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ADHD doesn’t have to come between you and your partner. In this practical and eye-opening episode, Dr. Amen and Tana reveal why people with ADHD may feel rejection more intensely and might be more likely to cheat on their partners. They share proven strategies to rebuild connection, improve communication, and reignite passion—both in and out of the bedroom. Plus, you’ll learn that medication isn’t the only answer for ADHD—there are powerful, natural ways to heal, reconnect, and create deeper intimacy.

00:00 Intro
00:53 Tana’s Thyroid Cancer/ADD
02:04 Serotonin & Dopamine Levels in ADD
07:00 Rejection Sensitivity Syndrome
08:45 Cheating
11:18 When the Medication Wears Off
13:18 Sponsor
14:38 The Most Important Thing to Remember
18:29 The Link Between Teenage Pregnancy & ADD
21:25 The 7 Types of ADD
26:17 What Do You Want?
27:33 Wrap Up

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In this must-listen episode, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen sit down with Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO of Starkey, the largest U.S.-based hearing aid manufacturer, to explore the critical link between hearing and brain health. They uncover how hearing loss isn’t just about missing sounds—it’s a major risk factor for dementia, depression, and relationship struggles. You’ll also discover surprising causes of hearing issues, including why 1 in 6 teenagers are already experiencing hearing loss. If you want to protect your brain, start by protecting your hearing—tune in to learn how.

00:00 Intro
01:01 Hearing & The Brain
01:45 Sponsor
03:03 Hearing is One of the Major Functions of the Brain
06:26 Hearing & Stigma
08:23 Can Your Brain Forget Sounds?
09:16 Overstimulation
10:08 Brandon’s Story
13:31 The Impact of Hearing Loss on the Brain
14:56 Overcoming Vulnerability
17:43 The Causes of Memory Loss
19:41 Damage Elimination
21:56 The Future of Hearing Augmentation/Automatic Translation
25:30 Brands
27:05 Hearing & AI Technology
28:45 Comfort
29:57 Hearing Sound for the First Time
40:16 Superpowered Hearing
46:31 Sponsor
46:54 Wrap Up

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In this powerful episode, singer and former American Idol finalist Daniel Gokey reveals what he calls his “deep, dark secret”—scrupulous OCD. For the first time publicly, he shares how obsessive religious thoughts convinced him he was beyond forgiveness. Dr. Amen explains this misunderstood OCD subtype and how Gokey’s brain scans uncovered the root of his terrifying thoughts—and helped chart a path to overcoming scrupulosity.

00:00 Intro
01:17 Sponsor
02:26 Daniel/Scrupulous OCD
05:22 OCD and Sin
08:36 Fear of Damnation
12:41 Compulsive Behaviors
16:14 Thought Discipline
20:40 The Concept of “Normal”
22:10 Medication & Supplements
23:55 Trauma
26:59 First Wife’s Death
30:16 ADD
31:21 The 4 Circles
37:56 Daniel’s SPECT Scan (Surface)
39:55 Daniel’s SPECT Scan (Active Interior)
44:47 Improving Daniel’s Brain
48:23 Sponsor
49:49 Wrap Up

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Clara Woods is a neurodivergent artist who suffered a prenatal stroke, leaving her unable to speak, read, or write. Despite her challenges, Clara's vibrant artwork has been featured at world-renowned exhibits like Art Basel. In this powerful episode, Dr. Amen and Tana explore Clara’s brain scan, uncovering the remarkable ways her mind adapts. Joined by her mother, Betina, they discuss Clara’s journey, the impact of also having ADHD, and essential strategies for supporting individuals with special needs.

00:00 Intro
01:23 Sponsor
02:30 Clara & Betina
03:57 Prenatal Stroke
10:40 Painting
15:19 Inspiring Others
18:41 ADHD/Conflict Seeking Behavior
21:56 Clara’s SPECT Scans
27:48 How Art Helps the Mind
30:16 Overcoming Communication Challenges
31:41 Navigating Family Issues
35:24 Spreading the Message of Inclusion
37:26 Seizures and the Brain
41:30 The Impact of ADD on the Family
43:42 Your Brain Can Get Better
45:09 Sponsor
45:36 Wrap Up

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