Ep 196 How AA Harms ADHD & Autistic People

Ep 196 How AA Harms ADHD & Autistic People

From Kirsten Johnson Podcast by Kirsten Johnson

March 24, 2026 · 18 min · Episode 196

About this episode

This episode discusses how Alcoholics Anonymous can negatively impact individuals with ADHD and autism.

🔥 Deprogram Course + leaving AA resources → here 🧠 Brain optimization tools → here 🌶️ Neurodivergent Discovery Portal (with self assessments) → here ❤️‍🔥 If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back → here Timestamps: 00:00 How AA Harms ADHD & Autistic People Intro 04:49 Bill W.'s Blind Spot Still Harms Neurodivergents 06:39 AA, Autism + ADHD Timeline 09:33 ADHD + Alcohol Use Disorder 11:02 AA + Misdiagnosis of ADHD 12:57 How AA Harms Neurodivergent People 14:20 Deprogram, Neurodivergent + Brain Resources 16:36 My Fave Brain Optimization Tool Come vibe with me: Come vibe with me: Kirsten's Facebook Kirsten's Instagram Kirsten's TikTok 📚 Books that helped me deprogram and think for myself → here 📱 My content creation setup (camera, mic, lighting, etc.) → here 💻 Tools + software I use to run my business and create online → here ⚠️ Disclaimer: I’m not a therapist, doctor, or licensed healthcare provider. Everything shared is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional care. 💖 Some links may be affiliate links. I only share what I genuinely use and love.

People in this episode

Host: Kirsten Johnson

Topics covered

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Alcohol Use Disorder
  • Neurodivergent Resources
  • Deprogramming
  • Mental Health

Keywords

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Alcoholism
  • Neurodivergent
  • Deprogramming
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Brain Optimization

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AA, Neurodivergent Discovery Portal, Kirsten's Facebook, Kirsten's Instagram, Kirsten's TikTok

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