ADHD reWired Live Q and A April 2026 ep 562

About this episode

In this live Q&A episode, Eric Tivers and ADHD reWired coaches answer listener questions about ADHD and autism, exploring coaching and therapy's roles in understanding and managing these conditions.

In this live Q&A episode, Eric Tivers and ADHD reWired coaches Brian Entler and Kristin Marts answer listener questions about the overlap between ADHD and autism (AuDHD), and how to better understand your brain through both coaching and therapy. They explore how coaching and therapy serve different—but complementary—roles, especially when it comes to turning insight into action. You'll hear practical examples of how to use each space effectively, whether you're job searching, working through burnout, or trying to follow through on what matters. Eric also breaks down the concept of monotropism—a lesser-known but powerful way to understand autistic attention—and how it differs from ADHD hyperfocus. Later in the episode, the conversation turns to late autism diagnosis, self-identification, and the emotional impact of finally understanding yourself through a new lens. Eric shares openly about his own diagnosis and how it's shaped his relationships, self-compassion, and recovery from burnout. They also tackle questions about: Why autism is often diagnosed earlier than ADHD in children How to advocate for your child when concerns are dismissed Auditory processing challenges and…

People in this episode

Host: Eric Tivers

Guests: Brian Entler, Kristin Marts

Topics covered

• ADHD
• autism
• coaching
• therapy
• self-diagnosis
• monotropism
• emotional impact

Keywords

• ADHD
• autism
• coaching
• therapy
• monotropism
• self-identification
• burnout
• auditory processing
• sensory sensitivity
• self-diagnosis

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ADHD reWired, autism, ADHD

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