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ADHD & Sex with Cate Osborn AKA Catieosaurus
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Sex and intimacy are already complex topics, but when you add ADHD into the mix, things get even trickier. Executive dysfunction, rejection sensitivity, sensory issues, and communication struggles can all play a role in how we experience intimacy and relationships.
In this session, Shane Thrapp is joined by Cate Osborn (aka Catieosaurus)—certified sex educator, advocate, and author—to break down ADHD and its impact on sex, relationships, and intimacy. She shares insights on navigating mismatched libidos, sensory overwhelm, ethical non-monogamy, kink, and much more.
This event was hosted by the Men’s ADHD Support Group, a nonprofit dedicated to providing resources and community for men and masc-aligned individuals with ADHD.
📖 Check out Cate’s book, The ADHD Field Guide:
➡️ https://catieosaurus.com/the-adhd-field-guide
🔗 Explore more from Cate Osborn:
➡️ https://catieosaurus.com/links
📝 Yes/No/Maybe Couple’s Checklist by Sunny Megatron:
➡️ https://sunnymegatron.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/YesNoMaybe-SunnyMegatron1.pdf
❤️ Support the Men’s ADHD Support Group:
Your donations help us continue providing free resources, support, and events like this one. If you’d like to contribute more, you can donate here:
➡️ https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/cate-osborn-adhd-and-sex-donations
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Chapters
1. ADHD & Sex with Cate Osborn AKA Catieosaurus (00:00:00)
2. Meet Cate Osborn (Catiosaurus) (00:00:28)
3. Cate's Journey with ADHD (00:03:19)
4. ADHD and Its Comorbidities (00:05:15)
5. Understanding Proprioception and Interoception (00:07:06)
6. The Impact of Rejection Sensitivity (00:08:38)
7. Executive Functioning and ADHD (00:09:39)
8. Consent and Communication in Relationships (00:15:10)
9. Mismatched Libidos and Sexual Desire (00:22:53)
10. Overstimulation and Distraction During Intimacy (00:36:20)
11. Exploring Desired Feelings in Intimacy (00:38:38)
12. Communicating Needs and Safety in Intimacy (00:39:12)
13. Creating a Safe Space for Sexual Conversations (00:41:04)
14. Using Yes-No-Maybe Lists for Better Communication (00:42:25)
15. Addressing People Pleasing and Consent (00:44:06)
16. Understanding Aftercare and Its Importance (00:46:14)
17. Navigating Hypersexuality and Hyposexuality (01:01:50)
18. The Power of Communication in Relationships (01:05:02)
19. Handling Trauma and Setting Boundaries (01:11:08)
20. Final Thoughts and Q&A (01:14:48)
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