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ADHD, ADD, MTHFR, and Anxiety: Understanding Mental Health & What's Really Going On
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Are you constantly battling anxiety, fatigue, or struggling to focus and wondering, "What is wrong with me?" In this episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD and discovering the impact of the MTHFR gene mutation. After years of feeling drained and frustrated by her lack of focus, Melissa opens up about how these two often overlooked conditions have shaped her life.
Melissa discusses how ADHD was missed in her childhood, how the symptoms showed up as anxiety, and what finally led to her diagnosis in adulthood. She also explains the role the MTHFR gene mutation plays in mental health, contributing to issues like depression, chronic fatigue, and brain fog. Whether you’re managing ADHD, experiencing similar struggles, or just looking for answers, this episode will offer hope, practical advice, and encouragement.
Disclaimer: Melissa is not a doctor. Please consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your medication or health routine.
Key Takeaways:
[00:02] - Welcome & Introduction
Melissa introduces the episode and discusses how ADHD and the MTHFR gene mutation have impacted her mental health journey, particularly about anxiety and fatigue.[02:00] - Misdiagnosed and Undiagnosed ADHD in Women
Melissa shares how her ADHD (actually ADD-attention deficit disorder) went undiagnosed for years, despite struggling with focus and concentration, because it didn’t present in the typical hyperactive way.[05:56] - Anxiety and ADHD Overlap
Melissa discusses how anxiety and ADHD (ADD) are often closely related, with anxiety sometimes masking ADHD symptoms in women, leading to late diagnoses.[10:12] - MTHFR Gene Mutation Explained
Melissa explains how the MTHFR gene mutation affects mental health, particularly through its impact on folate processing, and how addressing this mutation helped her manage anxiety and ADHD symptoms.[18:11] - Diet, Supplements, and Medication
Melissa emphasizes the importance of dietary changes, supplements, and medication for managing ADHD/ADD, MTHFR issues and anxiety, including her experience with eliminating sugar and processed foods to improve focus and mental clarity.[23:44] - No More Chronic Fatigue & Less Brain Fog
Melissa reflects on how the right ADHD medication significantly improved her focus and energy levels, and the difference it made in her daily life.[27:55] - Final Thoughts & Call to Action
Melissa encourages listeners to seek help if they’re struggling with anxiety or ADHD-like symptoms and emphasizes the importance of getting tested for conditions like the MTHFR gene mutation.
🌟 Could this be holding you back? Find out now by taking this free quiz! 🌟 [Quiz link]
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Helpful resources:
https://www.additudemag.com/b-vitamin-levels-may-be-lower-in-people-with-adhd/#:~:text=The%20ADHD%20group%20was%20found,energy%20regulation%20and%20neurotransmitter%20synthesis.
https://www.additudemag.com/mthfr-adhd-genetics-puzzle/
https://parentingadhdandautism.com/2016/01/stuff-dont-tell-adhd-mthfr/
Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: [Coaching Info]
Connect with Melissa:
- Website: melissabatt.com
- Instagram: @melissabattofficial
- Book a Free Consult: 30-minute call
Subscribe & Share:
Please subscribe and share this episode with someone who might find value in the conversation related to ADHD, MTHFR gene mutation, anxiety, and mental health. Let’s work together to break the stigma around these brain-related struggles.
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Manage episode 448810812 series 3410318
Are you constantly battling anxiety, fatigue, or struggling to focus and wondering, "What is wrong with me?" In this episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD and discovering the impact of the MTHFR gene mutation. After years of feeling drained and frustrated by her lack of focus, Melissa opens up about how these two often overlooked conditions have shaped her life.
Melissa discusses how ADHD was missed in her childhood, how the symptoms showed up as anxiety, and what finally led to her diagnosis in adulthood. She also explains the role the MTHFR gene mutation plays in mental health, contributing to issues like depression, chronic fatigue, and brain fog. Whether you’re managing ADHD, experiencing similar struggles, or just looking for answers, this episode will offer hope, practical advice, and encouragement.
Disclaimer: Melissa is not a doctor. Please consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your medication or health routine.
Key Takeaways:
[00:02] - Welcome & Introduction
Melissa introduces the episode and discusses how ADHD and the MTHFR gene mutation have impacted her mental health journey, particularly about anxiety and fatigue.[02:00] - Misdiagnosed and Undiagnosed ADHD in Women
Melissa shares how her ADHD (actually ADD-attention deficit disorder) went undiagnosed for years, despite struggling with focus and concentration, because it didn’t present in the typical hyperactive way.[05:56] - Anxiety and ADHD Overlap
Melissa discusses how anxiety and ADHD (ADD) are often closely related, with anxiety sometimes masking ADHD symptoms in women, leading to late diagnoses.[10:12] - MTHFR Gene Mutation Explained
Melissa explains how the MTHFR gene mutation affects mental health, particularly through its impact on folate processing, and how addressing this mutation helped her manage anxiety and ADHD symptoms.[18:11] - Diet, Supplements, and Medication
Melissa emphasizes the importance of dietary changes, supplements, and medication for managing ADHD/ADD, MTHFR issues and anxiety, including her experience with eliminating sugar and processed foods to improve focus and mental clarity.[23:44] - No More Chronic Fatigue & Less Brain Fog
Melissa reflects on how the right ADHD medication significantly improved her focus and energy levels, and the difference it made in her daily life.[27:55] - Final Thoughts & Call to Action
Melissa encourages listeners to seek help if they’re struggling with anxiety or ADHD-like symptoms and emphasizes the importance of getting tested for conditions like the MTHFR gene mutation.
🌟 Could this be holding you back? Find out now by taking this free quiz! 🌟 [Quiz link]
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Helpful resources:
https://www.additudemag.com/b-vitamin-levels-may-be-lower-in-people-with-adhd/#:~:text=The%20ADHD%20group%20was%20found,energy%20regulation%20and%20neurotransmitter%20synthesis.
https://www.additudemag.com/mthfr-adhd-genetics-puzzle/
https://parentingadhdandautism.com/2016/01/stuff-dont-tell-adhd-mthfr/
Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here: [Coaching Info]
Connect with Melissa:
- Website: melissabatt.com
- Instagram: @melissabattofficial
- Book a Free Consult: 30-minute call
Subscribe & Share:
Please subscribe and share this episode with someone who might find value in the conversation related to ADHD, MTHFR gene mutation, anxiety, and mental health. Let’s work together to break the stigma around these brain-related struggles.
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