<![CDATA[Unmasked Minds]]>Welcome to Unmasked Minds, the podcast where instagrams psychologist @sarahthepsych gets real about the messy, beautiful, complicated world of being human. Through candid chats, unfiltered stories, and plenty of laughs (and maybe a few tears), Sarah creates a safe space to explore psychology, trauma, neurodivergence, relationships, and everything in between. Nothing is off limits — because life isn’t filtered, and neither are these conversations. With honest reflections and raw guest interviews, Unmasked Minds is here for the women who want to feel seen, supported, and a little less alone. Whether you’re curious, healing, or just love a good real-life chat, you’ll find something to relate to here. This is psychology you can actually feel — relatable, human, and unapologetically unmasked.

]]>www.inmymindpsychology.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 04 May 2026 12:50:19 GMTMon, 22 Sep 2025 02:19:43 GMT60Sarah Wills<p>Welcome to Unmasked Minds, the podcast where instagrams psychologist @sarahthepsych gets real about the messy, beautiful, complicated world of being human. Through candid chats, unfiltered stories, and plenty of laughs (and maybe a few tears), Sarah creates a safe space to explore psychology, trauma, neurodivergence, relationships, and everything in between. Nothing is off limits — because life isn’t filtered, and neither are these conversations. With honest reflections and raw guest interviews, Unmasked Minds is here for the women who want to feel seen, supported, and a little less alone. Whether you’re curious, healing, or just love a good real-life chat, you’ll find something to relate to here. This is psychology you can actually feel — relatable, human, and unapologetically unmasked.</p>episodicSarah Willsadmin@inmymindpsychology.comyes<![CDATA[Ep15: Dr Kate and Sarah discuss the ADHD 'movement' and medications]]>The conversation delves into the complexities of ADHD diagnosis, the differences in ADHD presentation in women and adults, and the diagnostic processes followed by psychologists and psychiatrists. It also explores the impact of societal factors on ADHD diagnosis and the importance of family history in understanding vulnerabilities. The conversation covers the use of stimulant medications as the first line treatment for ADHD, the effects of stimulants on the ADHD brain, and the role of GPs in diagnosing and prescribing ADHD medication. Non-medication strategies for supporting ADHD are also discussed, emphasizing the importance of education, good sleep patterns, regular exercise, and nutrition.

Takeaways

  • ADHD diagnosis is a complex process
  • ADHD presents differently in women and adults compared to children Stimulant medications are the first line treatment for ADHD, with short-acting and long-acting options available.
  • Non-medication strategies for supporting ADHD include education, good sleep patterns, regular exercise, and nutrition.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Diagnostic Process
  • 25:12 Understanding Stimulant Medications for ADHD
  • 32:12 Explaining the Effects of Stimulants on the ADHD Brain
  • 40:01 Role of GPs in Diagnosing and Prescribing ADHD Medication
]]>a01bea5d-0672-4328-9ed9-d0634e91f13fSun, 19 Apr 2026 22:52:49 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the complexities of ADHD diagnosis, the differences in ADHD presentation in women and adults, and the diagnostic processes followed by psychologists and psychiatrists. It also explores the impact of societal factors on ADHD diagnosis and the importance of family history in understanding vulnerabilities. The conversation covers the use of stimulant medications as the first line treatment for ADHD, the effects of stimulants on the ADHD brain, and the role of GPs in diagnosing and prescribing ADHD medication. Non-medication strategies for supporting ADHD are also discussed, emphasizing the importance of education, good sleep patterns, regular exercise, and nutrition.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>ADHD diagnosis is a complex process</li><li>ADHD presents differently in women and adults compared to children Stimulant medications are the first line treatment for ADHD, with short-acting and long-acting options available.</li><li>Non-medication strategies for supporting ADHD include education, good sleep patterns, regular exercise, and nutrition.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Diagnostic Process</li><li>25:12 Understanding Stimulant Medications for ADHD</li><li>32:12 Explaining the Effects of Stimulants on the ADHD Brain</li><li>40:01 Role of GPs in Diagnosing and Prescribing ADHD Medication</li></ul>no00:38:02Ep15: Dr Kate and Sarah discuss the ADHD 'movement' and medicationsfull<![CDATA[Ep14: Meet my Sister Dr Kate- how did we both end up here as a psychiatrist and psychologist]]>The episode features a conversation between Sarah Wills, a psychologist, and her guest, her sister Dr. Kate, a psychiatrist.

They discuss late career transitions, family dynamics, societal norms, and the value of lived experience in their respective fields. The conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of pursuing passion and purpose later in life. The conversation covers topics such as simplifying medical jargon, understanding mental health professions, navigating the health landscape, the difference between psychologists and psychiatrists, the role of general practitioners, psychological strategies vs. medication, referral to psychiatrists, treatment resistance and psychotherapy, access to psychiatrists, cost and Medicare rebates, collaboration between psychiatrists and psychologists, multidisciplinary team in mental health, and challenges in the mental health system. The speakers also discuss the expectations from the podcast.

Takeaways

  • Late career transitions bring unique perspectives and lived experiences to professional roles.
  • Challenging societal norms and overcoming shame are essential in pursuing career changes. Simplifying medical jargon for patient understanding
  • Understanding the roles of psychologists and psychiatrists

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introducing the Host and Guest
  • 07:09 Influence of Family and Career Choices
  • 12:32 Passion for Film and Career Transition
  • 17:34 Navigating the Health Landscape
  • 23:21 Access to Psychiatrists
  • 29:29 Expectations from the Podcast
]]>6fc7377d-abec-43ef-acf7-6a3d2b89feedThu, 09 Apr 2026 23:44:38 GMT<p>The episode features a conversation between Sarah Wills, a psychologist, and her guest, her sister Dr. Kate, a psychiatrist. </p><p>They discuss late career transitions, family dynamics, societal norms, and the value of lived experience in their respective fields. The conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of pursuing passion and purpose later in life. The conversation covers topics such as simplifying medical jargon, understanding mental health professions, navigating the health landscape, the difference between psychologists and psychiatrists, the role of general practitioners, psychological strategies vs. medication, referral to psychiatrists, treatment resistance and psychotherapy, access to psychiatrists, cost and Medicare rebates, collaboration between psychiatrists and psychologists, multidisciplinary team in mental health, and challenges in the mental health system. The speakers also discuss the expectations from the podcast.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Late career transitions bring unique perspectives and lived experiences to professional roles.</li><li>Challenging societal norms and overcoming shame are essential in pursuing career changes. Simplifying medical jargon for patient understanding</li><li>Understanding the roles of psychologists and psychiatrists</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introducing the Host and Guest</li><li>07:09 Influence of Family and Career Choices</li><li>12:32 Passion for Film and Career Transition</li><li>17:34 Navigating the Health Landscape</li><li>23:21 Access to Psychiatrists</li><li>29:29 Expectations from the Podcast</li></ul>no00:26:46Ep14: Meet my Sister Dr Kate- how did we both end up here as a psychiatrist and psychologistfull<![CDATA[E13- Couples Series-Your Questions Answered: Parenting, Infertility & Mental Load]]>The podcast episode covers a range of topics related to parenting, relationships, and family dynamics. It explores the challenges of navigating different parenting styles, addressing barriers to parenting alignment, educating partners on parenting, discussing critical conversations on parenting beliefs, understanding neurodiversity in families, managing the mental family load, and addressing infertility struggles in marriage.

Takeaways

  • Navigating different parenting styles can be challenging and may require critical conversations and education for alignment.
  • Addressing the mental family load and infertility struggles in marriage may require open communication, support, and seeking professional help.

]]>701683b2-6768-4b0f-9a0c-93969d5f0ec2Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT<p>The podcast episode covers a range of topics related to parenting, relationships, and family dynamics. It explores the challenges of navigating different parenting styles, addressing barriers to parenting alignment, educating partners on parenting, discussing critical conversations on parenting beliefs, understanding neurodiversity in families, managing the mental family load, and addressing infertility struggles in marriage.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Navigating different parenting styles can be challenging and may require critical conversations and education for alignment.</li><li>Addressing the mental family load and infertility struggles in marriage may require open communication, support, and seeking professional help.</li></ul><p></p>no00:26:06E13- Couples Series-Your Questions Answered: Parenting, Infertility & Mental Loadfull<![CDATA[Ep12- Couples Series: Why Sex feels so hard, or impossible right now?]]>The podcast episode delves into the impact of stress and hormones on sex drive in relationships. It begins with an introduction and a recap of previous episodes, followed by a discussion on sex in relationships and low sex drive. The episode then explores the impact of hormones on sex drive and concludes with a focus on stress and its impact on sex drive.

Takeaways

  • Impact of stress on sex drive
  • Role of hormones in sex drive

]]>7e3939bd-0332-4e3f-8807-383e39191addThu, 12 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the impact of stress and hormones on sex drive in relationships. It begins with an introduction and a recap of previous episodes, followed by a discussion on sex in relationships and low sex drive. The episode then explores the impact of hormones on sex drive and concludes with a focus on stress and its impact on sex drive.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Impact of stress on sex drive</li><li>Role of hormones in sex drive</li></ul><p></p>no00:22:22Ep12- Couples Series: Why Sex feels so hard, or impossible right now?full<![CDATA[Ep11. Couples Series- the 4 fight styles we use in conflict that are ruining your relationship]]>The podcast episode delves into the dynamics of relationships, focusing on the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse as patterns of behavior during conflict. It explores the impact of these patterns and provides antidotes to address them, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing these behaviors in healthy relationships.

Takeaways

  • Recognizing the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in relationships
  • Understanding and implementing antidotes to address negative relationship patterns

Chapters

  • 00:00 Navigating Relationship Challenges
  • 08:00 The Second Horseman: Contempt
  • 19:54 The Third Horseman: Defensiveness
  • 30:06 Antidotes to the Four Horsemen
]]>1d87088d-581f-4d38-be97-52104e513552Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:15:00 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the dynamics of relationships, focusing on the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse as patterns of behavior during conflict. It explores the impact of these patterns and provides antidotes to address them, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing these behaviors in healthy relationships.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Recognizing the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in relationships</li><li>Understanding and implementing antidotes to address negative relationship patterns</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Navigating Relationship Challenges</li><li>08:00 The Second Horseman: Contempt</li><li>19:54 The Third Horseman: Defensiveness</li><li>30:06 Antidotes to the Four Horsemen</li></ul>no00:29:07Ep11. Couples Series- the 4 fight styles we use in conflict that are ruining your relationshipfull<![CDATA[Ep 10- Couples Series- getting back on the same team]]>In this episode, Sarah Wills discusses the challenges faced by middle-aged women and the importance of normalizing these experiences.

She also delves into the topic of couples work, communication, and reconnecting in relationships. The episode explores the concept of the Sound Relationship House, love mapping, bids for connection, and turning toward rather than away in relationships.

]]>921b90a8-0764-46fd-bf62-ffe695526c50Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:57:11 GMT<p>In this episode, Sarah Wills discusses the challenges faced by middle-aged women and the importance of normalizing these experiences. </p><p></p><p>She also delves into the topic of couples work, communication, and reconnecting in relationships. The episode explores the concept of the Sound Relationship House, love mapping, bids for connection, and turning toward rather than away in relationships.</p><p></p>no00:29:32Ep 10- Couples Series- getting back on the same teamfull<![CDATA[E9- Regulating yourself when parenting neurodiverse kids]]>The podcast episode delves into the challenges of parenting neurodiverse children and the impact of dysregulation on parenting. It explores the understanding and management of guilt, regulating anger, practicing nervous system regulation, identifying dysregulation triggers, tapping into the vagus nerve, establishing daily rituals, navigating grief and emotions, and the importance of repair and self-compassion in parenting neurodiverse children as a neurodiverse parent.

Takeaways

  • Regulating the Nervous System
  • Parenting Neurodiverse Children

]]>4b3dd6e3-7706-4046-942f-51e72588ad49Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:25:05 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the challenges of parenting neurodiverse children and the impact of dysregulation on parenting. It explores the understanding and management of guilt, regulating anger, practicing nervous system regulation, identifying dysregulation triggers, tapping into the vagus nerve, establishing daily rituals, navigating grief and emotions, and the importance of repair and self-compassion in parenting neurodiverse children as a neurodiverse parent.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Regulating the Nervous System</li><li>Parenting Neurodiverse Children</li></ul><p></p>no00:25:22E9- Regulating yourself when parenting neurodiverse kidsfull<![CDATA[Ep8- How to repair when you've lost it at your kids]]>Podcast/Youtube Description:

In this episode, psychologist Sarah Wills tackles what happens after you lose it with your kids and how genuine repair can actually strengthen your relationship more than perfect parenting ever could. Sarah explains why "sorry, but you made me yell" isn't an apology, the neuroscience behind fight-or-flight parenting moments, and her practical 4-step framework for repairing ruptures in a way that builds resilience rather than shame.


Whether you've raised your voice once or found yourself in a full-blown yelling match, this episode will show you how to take responsibility without losing your authority, teach your kids that conflict doesn't end relationships, and break generational cycles of conditional love.


Takeaways:

  • Why even psychologists lose it with their kids—and why that's actually normal (and even valuable when handled correctly)
  • The difference between real repair and deflection disguised as an apology
  • How to recognize when you're in fight-or-flight mode and why nothing good happens when you try to parent from that state
  • A practical 4-step framework for genuine repair: remove yourself, understand what triggered you, reflect on what you'd do differently, and take responsibility
  • How to have the "what happened" conversation with your kids without re-triggering the conflict
  • Why teaching accountability doesn't mean making everything their fault—and how to find the balance
  • What happens to children's self-esteem when they're consistently told your emotional regulation is their responsibility


Connect with Sarah Wills:

Subscribe to Unmasked Minds for more insights on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and breaking generational cycles from a psychologist who gets it.


]]>1c38b38e-0f2d-4e83-86aa-7f23c6f0aaf2Sun, 08 Feb 2026 22:11:51 GMT<p><b>Podcast/Youtube Description:</b></p><p>In this episode, psychologist Sarah Wills tackles what happens after you lose it with your kids and how genuine repair can actually strengthen your relationship more than perfect parenting ever could. Sarah explains why "sorry, but you made me yell" isn't an apology, the neuroscience behind fight-or-flight parenting moments, and her practical 4-step framework for repairing ruptures in a way that builds resilience rather than shame.</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you've raised your voice once or found yourself in a full-blown yelling match, this episode will show you how to take responsibility without losing your authority, teach your kids that conflict doesn't end relationships, and break generational cycles of conditional love.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways:</p><ul><li>Why even psychologists lose it with their kids—and why that's actually normal (and even valuable when handled correctly)</li><li>The difference between real repair and deflection disguised as an apology</li><li>How to recognize when you're in fight-or-flight mode and why nothing good happens when you try to parent from that state</li><li>A practical 4-step framework for genuine repair: remove yourself, understand what triggered you, reflect on what you'd do differently, and take responsibility</li><li>How to have the "what happened" conversation with your kids without re-triggering the conflict</li><li>Why teaching accountability doesn't mean making everything their fault—and how to find the balance</li><li>What happens to children's self-esteem when they're consistently told your emotional regulation is their responsibility</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Connect with Sarah Wills:</p><ul><li>Instagram | <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.instagram.com/sarahthepsych" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/sarahthepsych</a></li><li>LinkedIn | <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wills-b856974" target="_blank">https://au.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wills-b856974</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Subscribe to Unmasked Minds for more insights on parenting, mental health, emotional regulation, and breaking generational cycles from a psychologist who gets it.</p><p><br /></p>no00:21:13Ep8- How to repair when you've lost it at your kidsfull<![CDATA[Ep 7- are you a good enough parent?]]>In this episode, Sarah Wills discusses the concept of good enough parenting and the pressure parents feel to be perfect. She emphasizes the importance of repair and the impact of social media on parenting. Sarah encourages parents to embrace their humanity and normalize imperfection.

Takeaways

  • Good enough parenting allows for mistakes and repair, promoting resilience in children.
  • Social media can provide tools and awareness for parenting, but also leads to constant comparison and pressure.

]]>68d0211e-10ca-4b66-bc50-a8b1a534a68cMon, 02 Feb 2026 02:32:27 GMT<p>In this episode, Sarah Wills discusses the concept of good enough parenting and the pressure parents feel to be perfect. She emphasizes the importance of repair and the impact of social media on parenting. Sarah encourages parents to embrace their humanity and normalize imperfection.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Good enough parenting allows for mistakes and repair, promoting resilience in children.</li><li>Social media can provide tools and awareness for parenting, but also leads to constant comparison and pressure.</li></ul><p></p>no00:15:3117Ep 7- are you a good enough parent?full<![CDATA[Ep 6- is it perimenopause? ADHD? or am i going crazy?]]>The episode delves into the interaction between perimenopause and ADHD, exploring the symptoms and their impact on women's mental and physical health. It provides insights into understanding perimenopause, its symptoms, and the link between ADHD and perimenopause. Additionally, it discusses hormone replacement therapy and natural alternatives for managing perimenopause symptoms.

Takeaways

  • Perimenopause and ADHD interaction
  • Symptoms of perimenopause and their impact

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Inspiration
  • 06:16 Physical Symptoms of Perimenopause
  • 11:21 Mental Symptoms of Perimenopause
  • 20:40 Link Between ADHD and Perimenopause
]]>69aa970c-749a-4b9f-a892-c8a1c5113d7eSun, 25 Jan 2026 03:35:10 GMT<p>The episode delves into the interaction between perimenopause and ADHD, exploring the symptoms and their impact on women's mental and physical health. It provides insights into understanding perimenopause, its symptoms, and the link between ADHD and perimenopause. Additionally, it discusses hormone replacement therapy and natural alternatives for managing perimenopause symptoms.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Perimenopause and ADHD interaction</li><li>Symptoms of perimenopause and their impact</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Inspiration</li><li>06:16 Physical Symptoms of Perimenopause</li><li>11:21 Mental Symptoms of Perimenopause</li><li>20:40 Link Between ADHD and Perimenopause</li></ul>no00:27:0516Ep 6- is it perimenopause? ADHD? or am i going crazy?full<![CDATA[Ep 5- Managing the overwhelm and expectations of school holidays]]>The podcast episode delves into the challenges and pressures faced by parents during school holidays, emphasizing the need to set realistic expectations, balance personal needs with family values, and establish boundaries to manage internal expectations. It also addresses the impact of screen time, the pressure of comparison, and the overwhelming chaos of school holidays. The episode provides insights on reframing expectations and finding contentment in the midst of parental challenges.

Takeaways

  • Setting realistic expectations is crucial for managing the overwhelming chaos of school holidays.
  • Establishing boundaries and managing internal expectations are essential for finding contentment and balance in parenting during the holidays.

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Overwhelming Chaos of School Holidays
  • 06:25 Balancing Personal Needs and Family Values in the Holidays
  • 13:44 The Pressure of Comparison and Expectations in Parenting
]]>ab0ccba4-54ad-4173-af80-c4dc8c9c84e4Sun, 18 Jan 2026 01:38:54 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the challenges and pressures faced by parents during school holidays, emphasizing the need to set realistic expectations, balance personal needs with family values, and establish boundaries to manage internal expectations. It also addresses the impact of screen time, the pressure of comparison, and the overwhelming chaos of school holidays. The episode provides insights on reframing expectations and finding contentment in the midst of parental challenges.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Setting realistic expectations is crucial for managing the overwhelming chaos of school holidays.</li><li>Establishing boundaries and managing internal expectations are essential for finding contentment and balance in parenting during the holidays.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Overwhelming Chaos of School Holidays</li><li>06:25 Balancing Personal Needs and Family Values in the Holidays</li><li>13:44 The Pressure of Comparison and Expectations in Parenting</li></ul>no00:20:55Ep 5- Managing the overwhelm and expectations of school holidaysfull<![CDATA[Ep4- Why I refuse to be a blank slate for my clients- and how they are benefitting]]>The episode begins with an introduction and expression of gratitude for the positive feedback received. The main theme of the conversation revolves around the non-blank slate approach in psychology, emphasizing the importance of building trust and relatability in therapeutic relationships. The discussion covers ethical considerations, the role of social media in therapy, and the evolving landscape of psychology through new platforms like podcasting.

Takeaways

  • Non-Blank Slate Approach
  • Building Trust and Relatability

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude
  • 05:03 Building Trust and Relatability
  • 10:13 Therapy and the Pursuit of Perfection
  • 17:19 Ethical Considerations in Therapy and Coaching
  • 22:31 Support and Collaboration Among Therapists
]]>320de286-1acf-4711-b216-817d78d5a24fThu, 08 Jan 2026 06:25:04 GMT<p>The episode begins with an introduction and expression of gratitude for the positive feedback received. The main theme of the conversation revolves around the non-blank slate approach in psychology, emphasizing the importance of building trust and relatability in therapeutic relationships. The discussion covers ethical considerations, the role of social media in therapy, and the evolving landscape of psychology through new platforms like podcasting.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Non-Blank Slate Approach</li><li>Building Trust and Relatability</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Gratitude</li><li>05:03 Building Trust and Relatability</li><li>10:13 Therapy and the Pursuit of Perfection</li><li>17:19 Ethical Considerations in Therapy and Coaching</li><li>22:31 Support and Collaboration Among Therapists</li></ul>no00:23:4314Ep4- Why I refuse to be a blank slate for my clients- and how they are benefittingfull<![CDATA[Ep3- Getting out of your own way (stop approval seeking behaviours!)]]>In this episode, Sarah Wills discusses the challenges of approval seeking behavior and rejection sensitivity dysphoria. She shares her personal experiences and explores the impact of childhood conditioning on approval seeking. Additionally, she delves into the concept of rejection sensitivity dysphoria as a trauma response and the role of cognitive behavioral therapy in rewiring the brain to overcome these challenges.

Takeaways

  • Approval seeking behavior
  • Rejection sensitivity dysphoria

]]>5d4216ee-f06e-4a93-bfaa-75b2f6f6b4e2Sat, 03 Jan 2026 05:40:31 GMT<p>In this episode, Sarah Wills discusses the challenges of approval seeking behavior and rejection sensitivity dysphoria. She shares her personal experiences and explores the impact of childhood conditioning on approval seeking. Additionally, she delves into the concept of rejection sensitivity dysphoria as a trauma response and the role of cognitive behavioral therapy in rewiring the brain to overcome these challenges.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Approval seeking behavior</li><li>Rejection sensitivity dysphoria</li></ul><p></p><p></p>no00:22:15Ep3- Getting out of your own way (stop approval seeking behaviours!)full<![CDATA[Ep2: Mine (and many other women's) mid life ADHD diagnosis journey]]>Sarah Wills shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD as a woman in her 30s and discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding ADHD diagnosis in women. She highlights the impact of social media, the differences in ADHD presentation between men and women, and the reasons why women are being diagnosed later in life. Sarah also explores the benefits of seeking an ADHD diagnosis and the life-changing impact it can have.

Takeaways

  • ADHD diagnosis in women is often delayed due to misconceptions, challenges, and the internalized hypercritical nature of undiagnosed ADHD women.
  • The impact of social media, changes in information availability, and the differences in ADHD presentation between men and women contribute to the increasing diagnosis of ADHD in women.

]]>ceb18373-f992-4478-9e4f-270c05b3a168Thu, 01 Jan 2026 04:23:57 GMT<p>Sarah Wills shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD as a woman in her 30s and discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding ADHD diagnosis in women. She highlights the impact of social media, the differences in ADHD presentation between men and women, and the reasons why women are being diagnosed later in life. Sarah also explores the benefits of seeking an ADHD diagnosis and the life-changing impact it can have.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>ADHD diagnosis in women is often delayed due to misconceptions, challenges, and the internalized hypercritical nature of undiagnosed ADHD women.</li><li>The impact of social media, changes in information availability, and the differences in ADHD presentation between men and women contribute to the increasing diagnosis of ADHD in women.</li></ul><p></p><p></p>no00:26:28Ep2: Mine (and many other women's) mid life ADHD diagnosis journeyfull<![CDATA[Ep1- Sarah's Journey from corporate life to motherhood and becoming a psychologist]]>Sarah Wills shares her journey from corporate success to finding purpose in supporting women's mental and physical well-being. Her experiences with childhood trauma, career achievements, and personal growth shape her mission to help women thrive.

Takeaways

  • Resilience
  • Purpose

Chapters

  • 00:00 Unmasked Minds: The Beginning
  • 09:32 Career Success and Personal Struggles
  • 19:10 Women's Wellness Center and Purpose-Driven Work
]]>e81cd33e-2c44-4d2b-a342-09a0ad558fcdWed, 31 Dec 2025 03:24:59 GMT<p>Sarah Wills shares her journey from corporate success to finding purpose in supporting women's mental and physical well-being. Her experiences with childhood trauma, career achievements, and personal growth shape her mission to help women thrive.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience</li><li>Purpose</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Unmasked Minds: The Beginning</li><li>09:32 Career Success and Personal Struggles</li><li>19:10 Women's Wellness Center and Purpose-Driven Work</li></ul>no00:21:41Ep1- Sarah's Journey from corporate life to motherhood and becoming a psychologistfull