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In today's episode, one The Gift of Dysfunction, Alexandria talks about ADHD! Tune in to learn what it is, how to get diagnosed, and how to get treatment.Sources:https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/index.html https://chadd.org/for-adults/overview/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350889 https://www.betterhelp.com https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists 

In today's episode of The Gift of Dysfunction, Alexandria explains where she's been since March and why taking a break is so good for your mental health.

In this episode of The Gift of Dysfunction Alexandria explains what PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is and shares a little bit about her story.Trigger Warning: Suicide and Rape are mentionedSources:https://www.medisafe.com/  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355967 https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/what/index.asp https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml

In today's episode, Alexandria talks about Gary Chapman's book "The 5 Love Languages" and how they can be used for self-love.Sources:https://www.5lovelanguages.com/

In this episode, Alexandria talks about her experiences with antidepressants, what they are, and what to expect when you first start taking them. She also shares some tips for getting through the first month, and some tips on how to help your loved ones who are just starting to take them for the very first time.Sources:https://www.medisafe.com/  https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-help-a-depressed-friend#warning-signs https://medical.mit.edu/faqs/antidepressants https://wa.kaiserpermanente.org/kbase/topic.jhtml?docId=ty6745 https://www.health.com/condition/depression/weighing-the-ups-and-downs-of-taking-antidepressants https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/depression/top-mistakes-people-make-with-antidepressant-medication/

In this episode, Alexandria talks about autophobia, the fear of being alone, and shares some tips on how she manages it herself.Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autophobia https://www.healthline.com/health/autophobia#symptoms https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319816.php#management-and-treatment https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/domestic-violence-and-abuse.htm

Join Alexandria as she explains exactly what Executive Dysfunction is and how it can affect everyone in their daily lives. Sources https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/executive-function/ https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/executive-function#1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Executive_functions https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Executive_dysfunction https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genie_(feral_child) 

The Gift of Dysfunction is a podcast dedicated to those living with mental illness and the dysfunction it can bring into your life. It is a safe space where we can discuss stories and tips to make your day just a little bit better. The Gift of Dysfunction is hosted by Alexandria Fitzgerald, a waitress from Arkansas who deals with Executive Dysfunction on the daily just like you.