ADHD & The Chemistry of Motivation

Ever wonder why it’s so hard to start something — even when you want to do it? It’s not about effort or caring enough. It’s about chemistry.In this episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, we look at dopamine and norepinephrine — the neurotransmitters that drive motivation, focus, and follow-through. You’ll learn how ADHD brains process reward, why urgency and interest activate us, and how to use that knowledge to your advantage.Once you understand what’s really happening in your brain, you can stop blaming yourself — and start working with it.🎧 Listen now and start building systems that honor your brain, not fight it.💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:How dopamine and norepinephrine affect focus, motivation, and follow-throughWhy ADHD brains struggle with “boring” or low-interest tasksWhat actually causes distraction and brain fogThe difference between neurotypical and ADHD reward systemsReal-life examples of “urgency-driven motivation” and how to break that cycleTools that help — from interest-based activation to body doubling🌟 Don’t Miss ThisIf this episode spoke to you, make sure to:Follow and review the podcast so more women can discover itShare this episode with a friend who needs encouragement on her ADHD pathSubscribe to my newsletter on Substack for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHDI’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.You can also find me at:Website: https://joriehoulihan.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.comPodcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joriehoulihancll TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joriehoulihan Theme Music by Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

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