Struggling with addiction—or supporting someone who is? ADHD and addiction are deeply connected, from dopamine system differences to impulsivity and risk-taking. In this episode, we break it all down with addiction expert Mark Gray, sharing insights on prevention, recovery, and the role of ADHD in substance use.
🔥 Topics Covered:
✔️ Why ADHDers are at higher risk for addiction
✔️ The dopamine connection: why we seek substances
✔️ Signs that addiction may be a problem
✔️ Harm reduction vs. abstinence—what really helps?
✔️ Does ADHD medication help or hurt addiction recovery?
🔹 Co-Hosts:
💡 Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD Coach | Executive Producer of Hypercast
🌐 Learn more: https://www.LikemindCoaching.com
💡 Brianna Morton – ADHD Coach | Therapist Intern
🌐 Learn more: https://www.UnderstandingADHD.ca
🔹 Special Guest: Mark Gray
Founder of Black & Gray Addiction Support, Mark is an addiction specialist with ADHD and lived experience in recovery. Learn more at: https://www.blackandgrayaddictionsupport.com.
📌 Substance Use Support & Resources (U.S. & Canada)
United States
SAMHSA National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
📌 Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/
Confidential, free 24/7 support, treatment referrals, and information.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988
📌 Website: https://988lifeline.org/
For crisis intervention, including substance use crises.
Partnership to End Addiction – Text CONNECT to 55753
📌 Website: https://drugfree.org/
Support for individuals & families navigating addiction recovery.
Shatterproof Treatment Atlas
📌 Website: https://www.treatmentatlas.org/
Find evidence-based treatment centers in the U.S.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
📌 Website: https://www.aa.org/
12-step support groups for alcohol addiction.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
📌 Website: https://www.na.org/
Peer support groups for those recovering from drug addiction.
Canada
Talk Suicide Canada – 1-833-456-4566
📌 Website: https://talksuicide.ca/
24/7 crisis line for emotional distress, including substance use issues.
Canada’s Drug & Alcohol Helpline – 1-800-565-8603
📌 Website: https://www.drugandalcoholhelpline.ca/
Free, confidential support and treatment referrals.
Wellness Together Canada
📌 Website: https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/
Virtual mental health & addiction support (free for all Canadians).
Alcoholics Anonymous Canada
📌 Website: https://www.aa.org/
Find local AA meetings across Canada.
Narcotics Anonymous Canada
📌 Website: https://www.na.org/
Find NA meetings and peer support for drug recovery.
💬 Got questions or personal insights? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear from you!
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