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More Than ADHD™️From Chaos to Clarity: Turning ADHD Traits Into Leadership StrengthsSummaryIn this conversation, Katie O'Toole Smith discusses her experiences with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of taking pauses to process overwhelming feelings. She shares insights on how to manage ADHD effectively by utilizing various tools and strategies, highlighting the need for understanding and support in navigating the challenges associated with the condition.TakeawaysSometimes, people with ADHD need to pause and take quiet moments.Sleeping on it or taking a nap can help process overwhelming feelings.It's important to understand why certain explanations resonate or don't.Using...
2025-12-0942 minMore Than ADHD™️Wired and Tired: ADHD Burnout, ADHD Sleep Struggles, and a Reset That WorksIn this episode of The More Than ADHD™ Podcast, ADHD Coach Ryan Mayer discusses the challenges of ADHD, burnout, and sleep issues. He shares strategies to reset sleep cycles, reduce burnout, and improve daytime productivity. The episode is packed with actionable insights for those juggling multiple responsibilities while dealing with ADHD.TakeawaysADHD often leads to burnout and sleep issues.Many with ADHD struggle to shut down their brains at night.Actionable strategies can help reset sleep cycles.Burnout affects daytime productivity.ADHD brains are always active, ev...
2025-11-2020 min
Chatterbrain Mommy PodcastDebunking ADHD MythsSeason 2Bonus ADHD Awareness Month Series: 2In this episode, Netta discusses ADHD awareness, debunking common myths surrounding the condition, particularly focusing on its impact on adults and the importance of understanding and supporting those with ADHD. The conversation emphasizes the neurological nature of ADHD, the misconceptions about parenting, and the significance of positive self-talk and celebrating small achievements.TakeawaysADHD is often misunderstood and misrepresented.It affects attention, impulsivity, and emotional regulation.ADHD can persist into adulthood, often masked in childhood...
2025-10-1005 min
Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE271: Parenting a Struggling Child with ADHD: Where to Start When Your Kid is in CrisisWatching your child struggle is pretty much the worst. Not knowing what to do about it is more than icing on the doo-doo cake. I've got your back, mama! In this episode of Motherhood in ADHD, I dive into the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges of parenting a struggling child. When your child needs help, but you don't know where to begin, this episode is for you. From dealing with overwhelming chaos to understanding the unique dynamics in a family affected by ADHD, here are my key tips to help you navigate the stress. So...
2025-08-0724 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenADHD & Self-Awareness: Understanding Your Unique BrainADHD & Self-Awareness: Understanding Your Unique BrainCarmen (voice-over): Hey everyone, it’s Carmen here from Authentically ADHD. Have you ever felt like you just don’t know yourself? Like your brain is a mystery you can’t solve? (I see your hand – yes, you too!) You’re not alone. Today we’re talking about ADHD and self-awareness – what that even means, why it’s so tricky for us ADHDers, and how to start building trust in ourselves anyway. We’ll go deep into the science, share real-life stories (hey, I’m no exception!), and even throw in a little humor – bec...
2025-07-2637 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenADHD and Co-Occurring Conditions: Anxiety, Mood, and Learning DisordersWelcome or welcome back to Authentically ADHD, the podcast where we embrace the chaos and magic of the ADHD brain. Im carmen and today we're diving into a topic that's as complex as my filing system (which is to say, very): ADHD and its common co-occurring mood and learning disorders. Fasten your seatbelts (and if you're like me, try not to get distracted by the shiny window view) – we're talking anxiety, depression, OCD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and bipolar disorder, all hanging out with ADHD.Why cover this? Because ADHD rarely rides solo. In fact, research compiled by Dr. Ru...
2025-07-121h 21Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE269: Why Do I Get Frustrated So Easily? ADHD Meltdowns & Mood Swings in AdultsDo you ever feel like an emotional sponge, absorbing the feelings of others around you? Especially when you're with someone you care about? Especially when you're in certain parts of your cycle? Extra especially when they are agitated, frustrated, angry, or anxious? In this episode, we dive deep into understanding emotional regulation, stress management, and the unique challenges faced by moms with ADHD. From absorbing everyone else's emotions to navigating the stress ladder, we'll explore the struggles and I'll offer practical strategies for finding balance and grace in the midst of the storm.
2025-07-1017 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenAuthentically ADHD – ADHD, Alexithymia, and Anhedonia: Understanding Emotions and MotivationAuthentically ADHD – ADHD, Alexithymia, and Anhedonia: Understanding Emotions and MotivationHello and welcome to Authentically ADHD! I’m Carmen, your host. Today, we’re diving into a topic that might hit very close to home for a lot of us: the confusing intersection of ADHD, alexithymia, and anhedonia. Now, those are some big, clinical-sounding words – but don’t worry. We’re going to break them down in plain language and talk about how they can overlap in real life. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I figure out what I’m feeling?” or “Why don’t I enjoy things...
2025-07-0541 minChatterbrain Mommy PodcastLiberation of the ADHD Mind: What is ADHD?Liberation of the ADHD Mind: S2 E3Have you ever wondered what ADHD actually is, despite the misunderstandings, trends, and half-baked online advice? We're analyzing the umbrella term and exploring the heart of what Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder truly entails in this episode. It's not only about bouncing off the walls or being distracted, spoiler alert.In this episode of the Chatterbrain Mommy Podcast, the host discusses the complexities of living with ADHD, particularly from the perspective of mothers.I explore the internal struggles, feelings of...
2025-06-1822 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenBONUS EPISODE: Love on a Roller Coaster, The ADHD Guide to Spotting Toxic Partners Picture this: You’re on the wildest roller coaster of your life – dizzying highs, sudden drops, and your heart racing. For many of us with ADHD, early romance can feel exactly like that. Our brains light up with excitement and novelty, but those same traits that make us passionate can also leave us vulnerable to toxic relationships. Research shows that adults with ADHD often report childhood trauma and have brains that crave dopamine in high doses. That means the drama of a turbulent partner might feel familiar or even thrilling. As Dr. Gabor Maté puts it, people uncon...
2025-06-0931 min
Launching Forward With Autism and ADHD : Helping students and parents turn Austism and ADHD Into Thier SuperpowerEp46: 10 Famous People I Bet You Didn't Know Have ADHDIn this empowering episode of Launching Forward with ADHD, I share something I wish I had known when I was first diagnosed with ADHD—and what every parent of a child with ADHD should hear: ADHD is not a limitation. It’s a superpower.To prove it, I’m highlighting well-known celebrities, athletes, and entrepreneurs who have ADHD and have used their unique brains to reach incredible success. From Simone Biles to Richard Branson, Emma Watson to Michael Phelps—these are people who didn’t just survive with ADHD… they thrived.This episode is for any parent w...
2025-05-1408 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenUnderstanding Anhedonia in ADHDUnderstanding Anhedonia in ADHDBecause of the HIGH activity on my post about this, i am releasing this episode EARLY, SURPRISE DOPAMINE; your are welcome :) IntroductionWelcome back to Authentically ADHD, where we dive deep into topics that matter to those of us navigating life with ADHD. Today, we're exploring something that many of us can relate to, but we may be unaware of it, or are unable to explain it because its not talked about a ton, I heard about it in my new hyperfocus podcast/book by the ADHD...
2025-04-2518 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenFact vs. Fiction: The Truth About the ADHD BrainIntroduction:* Hi there, and welcome—or welcome back—to Authentically ADHD! I’m [Your Name], your host, fellow ADHDer, and your guide through the beautifully chaotic, wildly creative, and sometimes frustrating world of the ADHD brain.* Now, let me ask you something—have you ever heard someone say, “ADHD isn’t real, it’s just an excuse,” or “Oh, everyone gets distracted sometimes”? Maybe you’ve even doubted yourself, wondering, Am I really struggling, or am I just not trying hard enough?* Well, my friend, if any of that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. Toda...
2025-04-1329 min
Do I have ADHD? | mental health, procrastination, organization, overstimulated, focus, ADHD momep 168: Cycle Syncing for ADHD: Why Your Focus, Motivation, and Emotions Change Each WeekJoin the ADHD Consistency Collective Insider's List!🎙️ Episode Recap: How Your Cycle Impacts Your ADHD SymptomsIf you’ve ever felt like your ADHD symptoms fluctuate wildly throughout the month, you’re not imagining it. Your hormone cycle plays a massive role in your emotions, and your emotions heavily influence your ADHD symptoms. That’s why understanding your cycle can be such a powerful tool for self-regulation, time management, and planning.In today’s episode, we dive into:🌿 The connection between your hormones and ADHDADHD is already closely tie...
2025-04-0214 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE255: Emotional regulation — and yelling — as a mom with ADHD from ADHD Aha! Podcast by Understood.org with Laura KeyMeet my friend Laura, host of the ADHD Aha! Podcast by Understood.org. In this episode, Laura and I chat about managing emotions with ADHD - especially as a mom who yells a lot. Laura shares: Patricia Sung was diagnosed with ADHD in her first year of college. It wasn't until she became a mother, and other people relied on her, that she realized just how much ADHD affected her. Patricia now hosts the Motherhood in ADHD podcast. Join Patricia and host Laura Key as they talk about managing emotions with ADHD. Patricia explains the co...
2025-01-1633 min
God-Sized Dreams | Mental Health, Mindset, Procrastination, Insecurities, Fear, PurposeADHD, ADD, MTHFR, and Anxiety: Understanding Mental Health & What's Really Going OnAre 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...
2024-11-0629 minGod-Sized Dreams | Mental Health, Mindset, Procrastination, Insecurities, Fear, PurposeADHD, ADD, MTHFR, and Anxiety: Understanding Mental Health & What's Really Going OnAre 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...
2024-11-0629 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE246: Navigating Menopause, Hormone Impact, and ADHD with Linda RoggliSad, mad, annoyed, happy, sad, crying, mad, tired. All within an hour! While hormones may be invisible to us, they sure do wreak havoc on our lives! Linda is here to teach us what's going on inside that drives our mood and energy in more ways than we can count. For ADHD Awareness Month, we're talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week. Today's guest is Linda Roggli. Linda is a professional ADHD coach for ADHD women 40-and-better, a retreat facilitator, organizing expert and award-winning author. She created and...
2024-10-311h 01Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE245: Conflict Resolution for your ADHD Family with Dr. Tamara RosierParenting with ADHD for ADHD is difficult. I mess it up a lot. I apologize a lot. I'm working on it. And I bet you are, too. For ADHD Awareness Month, we're talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week. Today's episode holds conflict resolution skills for our parenting tool belts. Our guest, Dr. Tamara Rosier, is founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also th...
2024-10-2451 min
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondThe Brain Circuits ADHD Changes: Understanding and Supporting Our Executive FunctionsWe break down how ADHD affects the brain's circuits, especially in areas like planning, emotional regulation, and time management. Then we discuss practical strategies to scaffold and support these executive functions, making them more manageable for those with ADHD. If you've ever struggled with procrastination, organisation, or emotional overwhelm, this episode offers both insights and actionable tips to help you thrive.Key Discussion Points: Executive functions as project managers and air traffic controllers (00:01:12)Katherine explains executive functions in relatable terms, highlighting their role in coordinating the brain’s activities. The science behind executive function cha...
2024-10-2118 min
Hey, ADHD Agent | Systems, Time Management, Real Estate Agent, Lead Generation, Realtor, Moms in Real Estate2 | ADHD in Women: Recognizing ADHD Symptoms and Navigating Late Diagnosis For Women In Real EstateHey Friend!
Today we’re diving deep into how ADHD presents differently in women and girls compared to boys and men. If you’ve ever wondered if your struggles with focus, procrastination, or overwhelm are more than just “mom brain,” you're not alone!
Today we're unpacking:
-Why ADHD is often overlooked in women and how the symptoms show up differently than in men.
-The 3 types of ADHD (inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and combined) and how they manifest in women.
-Common symptoms of ADHD in women, including masking, emotional dysregulation, perfectionism, procrastination, overwhelm, burnout, lack of...
2024-10-0718 minHey, ADHD Agent | Systems, Time Management, Real Estate Agent, Lead Generation, Realtor, Moms in Real Estate1 | My Late Diagnosis ADHD Story: From Battling Realtor Burnout & Overwhelm to Scaling My Real Estate Business as a Woman in Real EstateHey Friend!
Welcome to the very first episode of Hey ADHD Agent! I’m so excited to kick off this journey with you.
Whether you’ve been formally diagnosed with ADHD or you’re a real estate agent feeling overwhelmed by endless to-do lists and struggling with focus and organization, this podcast is for you!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my personal story—how I went from feeling completely burned out to thriving in my real estate business and home life, all after being diagnosed with ADHD in my late 30s.
We’ll...
2024-10-0724 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE242: Managing ADHD in Perimenopause with David W. Goodman, M.D.You're not imagining it. Your ADHD symptoms can change as you age. ADHD in older adults can be very different than when you were younger and it's definitely not researched enough yet! You don't need to qualify as a senior citizen before your age affects your ADHD, so youngin's and elders alike, let's listen in. For ADHD Awareness Month, we're talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week. Today's guest is David W. Goodman, M.D., an expert in ADHD in older adults. David W. Goodman, M.D...
2024-10-0351 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE240: Raising Out-of-the-box ADHD Children Well with Tracy OtsukaThere is a 50-75% chance that your child will have ADHD when you, their parent, have ADHD. That means everything multiplies exponentially - both the struggles and the wins! Parenting is already a tough job, and ADHD adds extra flavor, spunk, and responsibility onto both our and our kids' plates. How can we raise our ADHD children well? Meet Tracy Otsuka, author & host of the ADHD for Smart Ass Women podcast & book. Tracy Otsuka, JD, is a certified ADHD coach and the host of the ADHD for Smart Ass Women podcast...
2024-09-1958 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE234: 4 ADHD-Friendly Tips for Taking Supplements and Eating Regularly from The Better Belly Podcast with Allison JordanMeet my friend Allison Jordan, host of The Better Belly Podcast. In this episode, Allison and I chat about the basics of ADHD in women, gut health in relation to ADHD, and how to make the little habits easier, like taking your supplements or eating meals regularly. Allison shares: As you guys know, we are currently in an ADHD series on the Better Belly Podcast. And I thought, what better way to do an ADHD series than to have an expert on supporting women with ADHD onto the podcast? Patricia Sung is the h...
2024-07-2548 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenThe Hidden Gem for ADHD Success: Coaching ExplainedIn this episode of "Authentically ADHD," we dive into the transformative world of ADHD coaching and uncover why it’s considered a hidden gem for achieving success. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing ADHD for years, this episode will shed light on how ADHD coaching can be a game-changer in your journey. Tune in to learn how ADHD coaching can revolutionize your approach to managing ADHD. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast, and share your thoughts and experiences with us on social media or through our website. Join us next week as we exp...
2024-07-1620 min
ADHD Babes: The PodcastE27 - ADHD Advocacy with Rach IdowuIn this episode, Shereen and Rach Idowu discuss Rach's journey with ADHD and her experience of being diagnosed as an adult. They also talk about Rach's transition from a civil servant to an ADHD advocate, her creation of ADHD trait flashcards, and the challenges of being a social influencer. They touch on topics such as rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) and the importance of representation in the ADHD community. In this conversation, Rachel discusses two main topics: rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) and ADHD tax. She shares her experiences with RSD, including the emotional sensitivity and coping mechanisms associated with it...
2024-07-101h 02
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondWhat's your 'flavour' of ADHD? Understanding your own ADHD is crucialWhy is YOUR ADHD so different from your friends, your child's, your partner's? Let's understand why what we think of as 'one diagnosis' is so varied.Key Points Discussed:Understanding ADHD: A breakdown of ADHD's neurological underpinnings and how they affect behaviors and cognitive functions.The Misconceptions: Addressing the common misunderstandings about ADHD, such as the notion of a 'deficit' of attention and what hyperactivity might look like across different ages and activities.Personal ADHD Profile: The importance of recognizing your individual ADHD characteristics and how this self-awareness can improve your management strategies.Executive Functions and...
2024-05-0823 min
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondADHD in pregnancy, birth and early parenthoodNobody talks about the unique challenges and changes women with ADHD may face during pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. My personal journey, emphasising the impact of hormonal changes on ADHD symptoms and mental health, such as increased sensitivity to estrogen and progesterone levels, which can affect mood and brain function. Katherine also addresses the inequalities in healthcare and maternity leave, particularly affecting women of color, and the additional strain these disparities place on mental health. Offering practical advice, she suggests strategies for managing ADHD symptoms postpartum, such as adapting household organization to suit ADHD needs. Importantly, Katherine...
2024-03-2030 min
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondADHD from Adolescence to Adulthood: how to support your teen through school to work or collegeToday we're exploring the distinct challenges young ADHD women face from adolescence through early adulthood.The underdiagnosis and misinterpretation of ADHD symptoms in young women.The pivotal transition from primary to secondary education and the executive function demands it brings.Navigating social dynamics, friendships, and early relationships through the lens of ADHD.Strategies for self-advocacy, effective organization, and fostering supportive networks in school and beyond.Preparing for life's next stages: university, the workforce, and building healthy, respectful relationships.Whether you're directly impacted by ADHD or seeking to understand the experiences of women and girls with ADHD...
2024-03-1332 min
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondDebunking 10 ADHD Myths & 5 ways to spot the scammers!Scammers & grifters are targeting ADHD adults & families. We're tackling the misinformation surrounding ADHD, how to spot reliable information, and why it's crucial to sift through the sea of myths. Join me to debunk some of the most common and offensive myths about ADHD, explore the impact of misinformation on emotional well-being, and equip you with tools to critically assess ADHD-related information.Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00:00]The prevalence of ADHD myths and the importance of accurate information.[00:00:57] A shocking example from a council meeting in England, sparking the need for this episode.[00:01:42] The double-edged sword of social...
2024-02-1431 min
Absolutely ADHDADHD masking, anxiety & working through tough timesADHD masking is simply how we learn to cope over time..developing behaviors to hide, suppress, or make up for our ADHD challenges. Let's talk about itLWe're so grateful for your support of this podcast. Our messages are always open as we would love to hear your topic suggestions and feedback.If you're enjoying the podcast, we would love if you could write a review or share this episode with a friend, so we can help share this info with more ADHDers .Alana's Links:Alana's Coaching & CoursesFind...
2024-01-1518 min
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondGirl or boy ADHD? What do inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive or combined presentation mean?In this episode, I decided to confront a big well-known podcast that I'm seeing clips of that promotes the myth of 'girl ADHD' and 'boy ADHD'. What do "presentations" of ADHD mean?We mostly talk about inattentive, hyperactive and impulsive, and combined presentations - what do they look and feel like? The episode provides insights into how ADHD presentations can influence daily life and offers strategies to manage each type, such as mindfulness and external reminders for inattentive ADHD, and regular exercise and focused hobbies for hyperactive and impulsive ADHD. 00:00 Introduction and Overview
2024-01-1017 min
ADHD Powerful Possibilities: New and Late Diagnosis & BeyondADHD Beyond the Buzz - ADHD facts, myths, understanding ADHD 'presentations' & a bonus!ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders ADHD Coach Katherine is back for 2024 with a new series that will take you through everything that you need for getting a great life with ADHD. In this episode of ADHD: Powerful Possibilities, host Katherine explores the topic of ADHD and its different presentations. She discusses what ADHD is, how it shows up in everyday life, and debunks common myths surrounding ADHD. Katherine also shares her personal experiences. The episode concludes with a special announcement about a guide for understanding different presentations of ADHD. Tune in for an engaging...
2024-01-0323 min
ADHD Open Space PodcastWhy Open Space Events are Tailor-Made for People with ADHDIncluding some thoughts on overcoming impostor syndrome as a professional. I actually wrote an entire article about this on October 25th, 2023, and posted it both to my Medium account and to the ADHD OpenSpace newsletter. What was funny to me is that a few days later on October 29th the threads account of simple. mindful.adhd (who I have enjoyed following). (And by the way, I am, I'm quoting them not through any endorsement on their part of my event. I just found what they said interesting because they are at a conference and they we...
2023-11-0911 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE212: Should I Become a Mom if I Have ADHD? How Pregnancy Influences ADHD and How to Treat Your ADHD when Pregnant with Therapist and Mom-to-Be Candin Phillips"Should I become a mom if I have ADHD?" Here's an episode you've been asking for - pregnancy and ADHD! You ask me so many questions around pregnancy friendly symptoms management, ADHD medication while pregnant, and the big question of should I even have kids if I can't take care of myself??? It's been almost 6 years since I was pregnant, so I called in a friend who's in the thick of it. Today's guest is Candin Phillips of Humanity Hive. Candin is a licensed therapist with over ten years of experience working with pe...
2023-10-1955 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenThe ADHD paradox: capacity, limits, and the "super power" theory"WEBSITEJOIN FOCUSEDFREEBIEIn this solo podcast episode, titled "The ADHD Paradox: Capacity, Limits, and the 'Super Power' Theory," we embark on a fascinating journey into the intricate world of ADHD. As an individual who experiences ADHD firsthand and also possesses expertise in the field of early childhood special education and coaching, our host brings a unique perspective to the topic.The episode begins by delving into the paradoxical nature of ADHD, exploring the dualities it presents. Our host candidly discusses the...
2023-10-0115 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenThrough the ADHD Fog: Navigating Late/Undiagnosed ADHDThrough the ADHD Fog: Navigating Late/Undiagnosed ADHDWEBSITEJOIN FOCUSEDFREEBIEJoin me in this introspective solo episode as we embark on a voyage through the turbulent seas of living with ADHD. "Through the ADHD Fog" delves deep into my personal journey, navigating the often unpredictable and challenging waters of ADHD and other disorders.I'll share anecdotes and insights from my own life, shedding light on the daily struggles, triumphs, and moments of clarity that have defined my path...
2023-09-1817 minAbsolutely ADHDSurviving ADHD Paralysis You know that thing where we're overwhelmed by a million tasks, so we end up doing nothing? Yeah..that's likely ADHD paralysis.Let's talk about it.If you're enjoying the podcast - don't forget to subscribe, write us a review or share with a friend, so we can share with more ADHDers. Thank you so much for the support!Alana's Links:Hi! I’m Alana, I help driven ADHDers learn how to confidently manage their ADHD. Want to learn?! I created the perfect resource for you. The Mini ADHD Course is fu...
2023-08-1518 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE201: Practice Makes Progress, Not Perfect: ADHD and Perfectionism from the Journey With Me Through ADHD Podcast with Guest Host Katelyn Mabry - Best of Friends SeriesHow do you explain ADHD to your child? Start with the Journey with Me Through ADHD, a podcast for kids. Katelyn's humongous heart for helping kids understand their ADHD is contagious! She knows just how to explain tough or complicated stuff in a digestible manner so kids can feel confident and empowered. Katelyn speaks straight into the heart and mind of kids with ADHD. Helping them learn and understand the way their brain is wired differently and come up with tools and strategies that work best for them. Her podcast is a great conversation tool...
2023-08-1017 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE200: Understanding ADHD in Neurodiverse Kids and Their Parents from the On The Hard Days Podcast with Guest Host Megan Champion - Best of Friends SeriesHave you ever hated your own child? While you may not want to say it out loud, sometimes parenting is just. so. hard. that this burning hatred overtakes you in a fiery blaze. And when your child is extra… extra needy, extra sensitive, extra different, extra angry, extra aggressive, extra anything, the usual parenting advice doesn't work. Maybe you feel like a failure or a terrible mom. Meet Megan Champion, who started her podcast as a "regular mom" who needed to know she was not alone struggling to parent her out-of-the-box child. So sh...
2023-08-031h 28
Authentically ADHD with CarmenRiding the Rollercoaster: Understanding the Ebb and Flow of ADHDIn this enlightening episode of "Authentically ADHD," we delve into the intricate world of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and explore the dynamic nature of its symptoms and challenges. Hosted by Carmen Irace, the podcast welcomes renowned experts in the field of psychology and neurology to shed light on the ebb and flow of ADHD, allowing listeners to gain a deeper understanding of this complex condition.The episode starts by providing an overview of ADHD, explaining its prevalence and the diverse ways it can manifest in individuals of all ages. The guests...
2023-07-2312 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE197 : Coping with ADHD as a Mom from The Balanced Parent Podcast with Guest Host Laura Froyen, PhD - Best of Friends SeriesWhen was the last time your ADHD affected your kids and you were kicking yourself for it? While you get frustrated enough that your ADHD affects your own life, it's 100 times worse when it hurts your kids. Meet my friend, Laura Froyen, PhD. Laura and I connected over our mutual love for advocating for kids. Her take on gentle parenting is refreshing and doable. In this episode, Laura and I chat about how to deal with ADHD as a mom on her podcast, The Balanced Parent Podcast, where she helps families connect more deeply and...
2023-07-1348 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE196: Symptoms of Inattentive ADHD or Just Your Quirky Personality - What does adult ADHD look like in women - Best Of Series"Is this an ADHD thing?" This question comes up a lot! It's hard to say because there is a wide spectrum on how ADHD symptoms present in your day to day activities. At the same time, there is so much value in knowing you aren't the only one struggling with something. In today's episode, I'm sharing the themes that I see in the symptoms of ADHD in women that I work with so that you can feel comfortable in knowing how ADHD shows up in women in real life. Included in t...
2023-07-0650 minAbsolutely ADHDSeason 3 Trailer of The Absolutely ADHD Podcast Hi listeners! Welcome to season 3 of the Absolutely ADHD Podcast.I'm Alana, ADHD coach, social worker & ADHD educator. I started this podcast with my ADHD bestie, Sam, to help ADHDers feel seen and to help you guys better understand how your amazing brains work.We're so happy to have you here and grateful for your support.We have some GREAT episodes planned for you guys this season: a sleep doctor, an anxiety specialist, a sensory therapist and more!Don't forget to like, subscribe, write us a review or share the podcast...
2023-06-2701 min
Authentically ADHD with CarmenThe Restless Mind: Navigating ADHD, days off and and the Routine DilemmaWEBSITEBOOK CLUBJOIN FOCUSEDPRODUCTIVITY GUIDEIntroduction: Welcome to the authentically ADHD podcast Briefly introduce the topic of ADHD's resistance to downtimePart 1: Understanding ADHD and Restlessness Provide a brief overview of ADHD and its core symptoms Discuss how restlessness and difficulty with downtime are common challenges for individuals with ADHD Explain the underlying factors that contribute to ADHD-related restlessness
2023-06-2528 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE194: ADHD, Food & Chronic Illness from The Adulting With ADHD Podcast with Guest Host Sarah Synder - Best of Friends Series"Why didn't anyone tell me that years ago?!?" Perhaps you've asked that question at least 542 times along your ADHD journey. IYKYK Sarah Snyder and I met a while back and immediately hit it off in chatting about the nitty gritty of ADHD - all those lesser known symptoms, connections, and themes around ADHD. You know, all the things about your ADHD you wish someone had told you years ago. I first joined her on her podcast, Adulting with ADHD, a few years back to talk about pregnancy and ADHD. With the tagline "Self-empowerment...
2023-06-2224 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE192: What are the symptoms of ADHD in women? When and How to get an Adult ADHD diagnosis with Psychiatrist Dr. Sasha Hamdani - Best Of Friends SeriesWhat does your ADHD look like? Does it look like impulsiveness, hyperactivity and the irresistible urge to fidget – the signs we constantly hear about in men and boys? Or does it look more like forgetting to put on deodorant or brush your teeth, trouble keeping track of all your kid's appointments, absent-mindedly twirling your hair, or excessive talking when you get excited? (If you've ever gotten "talks too much" on your report card as a kid, you know what I mean!) ADHD can look different in women – and just because you don't...
2023-06-0843 min
Holy Sh*t I Have ADHDBBC vs. ADHD w/ David Levy - Episode 67This week Robbie and Jordan welcome David Levy of ADHDcounselling.uk and N20 Counselling back for a UK ADHD news roundup.
A recent BBC Panorama documentary featuring reporter Rory Carson stirred up a lot of controversy and inspired a flurry of op-eds. David takes us through some of the responses from both sides of the fence as well as his own thoughts on the matter. Along the way we learn what's new with David's practice, his mental health fanzine The Frame and its upcoming Neurodiversity issue, and why he doesn't like thinking of stimulants as "medication."
2023-06-021h 01Absolutely ADHDHow to get out of ADHD burnout Welcome back to the Absolutely ADHD podcast!On today's episode, Alana and Sam chatted about ADHD burnout, some tips to navigate it and whatever else came to mind when they recorded this.If you're enjoying the podcast - don't forget to subscribe, write us a review or share with a friend, so we can share with more ADHDers! We appreciate the support so much!Alana's Links:Learn how to confidently support your ADHDFind Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalanaFollow the podcast on Instagram: @absolutely.adhd
2023-05-2323 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE188: Mental Wellness + Amaze-Ability: How her life was changed by her late ADHD Diagnosis with "The MD with ADHD" Psychiatrist Dr. Dawn Kamilah BrownWhen were you diagnosed with ADHD? In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Dawn Kamilah Brown, "The MD with ADHD" joins us to share her advice on what to ask and disclose during your ADHD diagnosis appointment. She also explains what she wishes everyone knew about what's next after leaving their ADHD diagnosis appointment. We cover the value of a full spectrum care plan: including your doctor, therapist, coaching, behavior management, medicine, ADHD-friendly strategies, and mental wellness care. Late diagnosis of ADHD is increasingly common as we learn more about ADHD and how it s...
2023-05-1152 minDo I have ADHD? | mental health, procrastination, organization, overstimulated, focus, ADHD momep 69: ADHD discrimination in the workplace with Justin GillespiePeople with ADHD experience discrimination in the workplace every day, much of it isn’t intentional but due to a lack of understanding. Because ADHDers may have difficulty with time management, due dates, daily mundane tasks, etc. they can be seen as “not meeting the job requirements” or “unprofessional” even when excelling in other (less measurable) areas.
Today Justin Gillespie LMSW-Clinical joins Do I Have ADHD? to discuss adhd discrimination. Justin is a trauma informed adhd therapist.
Justin is the host of The House of ADHD Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5NjhSiowE8gX1MpmU9P1Pf?si=n_6XsrtjRiKclDEHBshdqg
Justin has...
2023-02-2343 minDo I have ADHD? | mental health, procrastination, organization, overstimulated, focus, ADHD momEp 68: I think I have adhd, now what? How to talk to your doctor about adhd | adhd adult diagnosisIn this episode we’re:
- answering the question “who can diagnose adhd?”
- giving some tips about how to prepare for the appointment
- discussing some examples of how to start the conversation with your provider
Ep 58: DSM-5 criteria episode
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-i-have-adhd-holistic-mental-health-adhd-in-women/id1632819524?i=1000594689295
Ep 62: adhd symptoms in women
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-i-have-adhd-holistic-mental-health-adhd-in-women/id1632819524?i=1000597251900
Ep 16: my late diagnosis story
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-i-have-adhd-holistic-mental-health-adhd-in-women/id1632819524?i=1000576911743
Friendly reminder I am not a medical professional and this is not medical advice. I’m simply trying to make this information more acc...
2023-02-2017 min
ADHD reWired461 | Why Treat ADHD? with Ryan Sultan, MDThis week, Eric is joined by Dr. Ryan Sultan, a mental health physician, therapist and researcher at Columbia University. ADHD is a major area of Dr. Sultan's expertise both in his medical practice and in research. In this episode, you'll hear Eric and Dr. Ryan discuss why it's important to treat ADHD, the nuances of research, his reasons for getting into the ADHD space, and whether or not ADHD is underdiagnosed or overdiagnosed. Find out more about Dr. Ryan Sultan at https://www.integrativepsych.nyc/experts/dr-ryan-sultan & Find more available psychiatrists and other prof...
2022-12-2754 min
ADHD reWired446 | August 2022 Live Q&A with the ADHD reWired Podcast Team + ADHD reWired Coaches!Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A! You'll hear strategies for communicating the challenges of ADHD to partners and families, ways to discuss invisible disabilities and other mental health challenges with others, resources for folks who don't have access to healthcare, and three assumptions that can help reframe how we are in our relationships. Then, you'll hear techniques about learning and retaining information, ways that parents can help an adult child who is transitioning from graduating college to moving out into the world, and the im...
2022-09-131h 05Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE153: Igniting Conversations that Bring ADHD Women Together: ADHD Trailblazers at the ADDA Women's Town Hall July 2022 Part 1What do women with ADHD need right now? Well, a lot of things, and community is high on the list. This episode amplifies and celebrates the trailblazing voices and experiences of women and female BIPOC individuals within our ADHD family. In July, ADDA hosted the International Global Gathering conference to spark conversations on how to thrive with ADHD. If you're not familiar with the non-profit ADDA, check out their membership - they have had solid resources, events, and support groups for adults with ADHD for over 30 years. One of the events I was honored to...
2022-08-271h 01Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE147: What I Wish I Knew Before Taking ADHD Medication: Your Questions Answered!How do you feel when you think about taking ADHD medication? Nervous? Hopeful? Overwhelmed? The process of obtaining and finding the right medication can feel like A LOT. First, you have to approach the subject with your doctor (who may or may not be well-informed about ADHD) -- and then there is finding the right type and dosing of medication, dealing with potential side effects, and the whole process of trial and error. It never goes perfectly. But it can go more smoothly -- when you take a f...
2022-06-0938 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE146: 10 ADHD Medication Myths Busted: Honestly Discussing the Truth about Stimulant ADHD MedicinesStimulant medication for ADHD is a hot-button topic. Everyone has something to say -- your friends, your coworkers, your uncle's cousin's brother's barber, and of course, the internet. They'll tell you about the person they knew who "went crazy" on stimulants. They'll tell you how ADHD medication will change your personality or turn you into a zoned-out zombie. They'll tell you, you probably don't need medication unless you're struggling in school or at work. SO when that small voice inside of you asks, "Could medication help?" It's hard to hear i...
2022-06-0241 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE145: Stimulants and Non-Stimulants, Common Side Effects, and Squashing Rumors: An Introduction to ADHD Medication with Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-ParcellsCan I get addicted to ADHD medication? Is Adderall the same as meth? With questions like these circling within communities and around the internet, it's no wonder so many ADHDers are confused, and sometimes terrified to take ADHD medication -- or to tell their family and friends they're on it. It's "Medication May" on the Motherhood in ADHD podcast, and the goal of this episode series is to break stigma, bust myths and equip you with as much knowledge as possible about ADHD medication. So you can feel confident in making t...
2022-05-2649 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE144: Overcoming the Shame, Fear, and Embarrassment of ADHD Medication For Your Best Treatment Plan - Because Parenting with ADHD is a Different Ball Game! with Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-ParcellsYou should be able to get your kids to school on time. You should be able to remember all your appointments. You should be able to handle life without medications. So many moms with ADHD have a habit of should-ing all over themselves. Because we're still fighting the shame, embarrassment, and stigma associated with adult ADHD diagnosis. During "Medication May" on the Motherhood in ADHD podcast, we want to encourage you to replace all your "shoulds" with "deserve." You deserve to be able to get your kids to...
2022-05-1942 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE143: Should You Take ADHD Medication? How to Make the Difficult Decision to Try ADHD Medicine for Your Child or Yourself with Psychotherapist Christina CroweHow will ADHD medication affect my life? What will my family and friends think if I tell them? Will ADHD medication change my personality? There are so many fears, worries, and what-if's surrounding taking ADHD medication. You may have heard family or cultural messages your entire life that says medication is wrong, harmful, or shameful. With all of the stigma and negative buzz, it's no wonder so many ADHD'ers are confused and worried about taking it. There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of about taking ADHD med...
2022-05-1257 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE142: Why I Choose to Take ADHD Medication and My Journey for the Best ADHD Treatment PlanHow do you feel about ADHD medication? Are you taking it? Does it help you focus and thrive? Or are you medication-curious, and a little freaked out about it? That's totally okay. Are you anti-medicine? That's alright, too. Most ADHDers who are new to medication have a LOT of questions, like: - How does ADHD medicine feel? - How do you know if your ADHD medication is working? - How do you decide if medication is the right choice? On the Motherhood in AD...
2022-05-0547 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE141: How to Succeed when You're Leading Your Family On Your Own - 5 Single Moms with ADHD Share: Ask The Experts RoundtableParenting as a single mom is hard. Parenting as a single mom with adult ADHD is extra hard. There's homework, housework, and after-school activities to manage on your own. There's the pressure to put healthy food on the table every night when you're already exhausted. There are bills to pay on one income. And then there's your ADHD symptoms and emotional exhaustion – the guilt, shame and inadequacy that come with being divorced and never feeling like you're good enough. If you need to hear this today: You are a fantast...
2022-04-2813 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE140: What Does ADHD Look Like in Women? When to get an Adult ADHD Diagnosis with Dr. Sasha HamdaniWhat does your ADHD look like? Does it look like impulsiveness, hyperactivity and the irresistible urge to fidget – the signs we constantly hear about in men and boys? Or does it look more like forgetting to put on deodorant or brush your teeth, trouble keeping track of all your kid's appointments, absent-mindedly twirling your hair, or excessive talking when you get excited? (If you've ever gotten "talks too much" on your report card as a kid, you know what I mean!) ADHD can look different in women – and just because you don't have the "c...
2022-04-2243 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE139: Is an ADHD Self-Diagnosis Valid? 5 Reasons to get an ADHD diagnosis beyond getting a prescription for ADHD medicationHow did you figure out you (possibly) have ADHD? We all have our own unique journey to an ADHD diagnosis. Maybe you have a formal diagnosis from a doctor and a prescription for ADHD medication, and it's helping you live your best life. Or maybe your ADHD is self-diagnosed. You've done the research, you check all the boxes, you know in your heart that this is why you're struggling, and you're choosing to manage it on your own. What matters most is that you feel seen, supported, and encouraged. But w...
2022-04-1417 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE136: Should You Go to Therapy for your ADHD? How to Hire and Fire Your Therapist, Hobby Hopping, Cycle Breaking, and ADHD Friendship with Psychologist & BIPOC Advocate Dr. Han RenHave you ever wondered if you need therapy for your ADHD? That question can feel overwhelming for ADHD mamas. You're thinking: Do I really need therapy if I'm not in crisis? What if my therapist doesn't understand my ADHD brain? What if they tell me I'm just a hot mess and there's no hope for improvement? What if I don't like my therapist and I'm stuck in weekly sessions I don't know how to get out of? I hear you mama, and I've been there. But...
2022-03-2449 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE130: Live Coaching: Make a Daily Schedule that Fits Your ADHD Brain and Mom Life with Time Management Mastery Student AmandaNot all experts are created equal. There's literally an expert for EVERYTHING under the sun. Productivity, positivity, mindfulness, fashion, health, wellness, love, parenting… Pick any topic and there's someone shouting their opinions about it. Yes, they offer tons of information, insight, and guidance and help LOTS of people. The problem is…many of these experts are spouting advice from a neurotypical brain FOR a neurotypical brain. Now don't get it twisted…I'm not saying ADHD brains can't latch on and get great value from some of those experts.
2022-02-101h 12Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE129: 3 Steps for Getting Your Crap Together! Time Management for ADHD Moms with Guest Host and ADHD Mom Entrepreneur Angel McElhaneyMother Necessity has dropped a lot of babies on this earth. When was the last time you learned something new or figured out a major problem out of pure necessity? Like, if you didn't figure something out and FAST - you would lose your ever-lovin' mind? or job? or partner? Today is a treat: ADHD Mom Entrepreneur Angel McElhaney guest hosts the podcast and asks me all about how and why I created the framework behind Time Management Mastery for ADHD Moms. This system was born out of SHEER necessity (for my sanity) a...
2022-02-0340 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE124: Emotional Regulation: Executive Function and ADHD - Top 3 Episodes Encore!Do your feelings go from 0-100 in no time flat? As we wrap up 2021, let's revisit a few of Motherhood in ADHD's top-rated episodes. Today's "Episode Encore" is all about understanding emotional regulation and how executive function plays a part in how people with ADHD manage their emotions. Explaining ADHD WITHOUT discussing Executive Function is like reading a book and skipping every other chapter. It just doesn't make sense because you lose part of the context, right? Executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. And as the CEO of our brain if regulates pretty...
2021-12-3031 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE118: How to Help & Equip Your ADHD Child with Katelyn MabryShowing our kids success with ADHD is 100% obtainable for them is NOT impossible. Today is Part 2 of a conversation I was lucky enough to have with my friend Katelyn Mabry. (If you missed us last week go check out Episode 117 and hurry back!) Katelyn's a special education teacher and author who grew up having an ADHD diagnosis and that led her to want to help others like her through teaching. During this episode, Katelyn gets deeper into her professional opinions about: - How to explain to your child that they have ADHD
2021-11-1129 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE117: Afraid of Labeling Your ADHD Child? Plus How to Talk About Your ADHD with Your Kids: A Successful Mama's Adult ADHD Diagnosis Journey with Katelyn MabryWhen we approach ADHD with empathy and understanding everyone wins. Today I chat with special education teacher and author Katelyn Mabry about her experience growing up with an ADHD diagnosis, which led her down the path of teaching. Her ADHD influences how she approaches teaching, and how she navigates being a mother with ADHD. Katelyn shares some great insights that demystify why we shouldn't fear the ADHD label, but rather we how we can embrace it. When we're able to understand the reasoning behind our struggles, it can only help us make positive future progress.
2021-11-0427 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE115: Does your menstrual cycle affect your ADHD? Hormones, periods, and ADHD symptomsAll right, today we're talking about the elephant in the room: MENSTRUAL CYCLES. I know, I know - not everyone's favorite subject! But it's something we all deal with so we might as well discuss how our hormones and our periods affect us as mamas with ADHD. When you think about hormones, think about HOW MUCH your body has evolved through your life. Adolescence, puberty, pregnancy, postpartum...there's no denying everything's in flux pretty much all the time. So, the question is what do we REALLY need to know and how can we...
2021-10-2124 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE114: Struggling at Work? How to Overcome and Succeed in Business and Life with ADHD: Live with Jessi Romero of ADHD Female EntrepreneursIf you didn't know - Fishbowl allows users to have live conversations with the audience! This episode features some great convos with people just like you! This Part 2 of my convo with the amazing Jessi Romero is FULL of great advice and juicy ideas that will really help ADHD moms and really ANYONE with ADHD. We cover great tips on: Ideas on organizing your workday Useful Tools & Software we swear by Blending digital and physical tools to maximize time Routines and why they're important for our ADHD...
2021-10-1427 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE113: Struggling at Work? How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Overwhelm, and Job Interviews: Live with Jessi Romero of ADHD Female EntrepreneursWould you be willing to do a live interview in front of 800+ people? Our new friend Jessi Romero jumped right in with me as we hosted a fantastic LIVE chat on Fishbowl about overcoming and succeeding in the workplace when you have ADHD. Was it luck or was it all of the awesome ADHD Brains that joined together that made this episode so motivating? Not that I had any doubts because Jessi is an amazing resource and mentor for ADHD female entrepreneurs. She teaches, strengthens, and encourages female entrepreneurs with ADHD to run their own...
2021-10-0731 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE109: Will ADHD Coaching Work for Me? How to Choose the Right ADHD Life Coach with Jessica HeimsothWhat do you do when you are struggling to meet a goal and aren't sure what to do next? There is help available! An ADHD Coach can help you find a tailored solution to overcome your obstacles. Perhaps you've heard of ADHD Coaching, but aren't sure what it is or if it's right for you. Let's discuss: • what is ADHD Coaching • how to find the right ADHD coach for you • should you choose a life coach who specializes in ADHD • what questions to ask a prospective ADHD Coach • what to lo...
2021-09-0927 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE107: How to Make Motherhood Easier with Allie Casazza: Minimalism and ADHDOrganization and clutter are huge obstacles for ADHD. When my house is cluttered, my mind is cluttered! The unnecessary junk takes up a significant amount of my mental bandwidth, so I've worked dang hard to get rid of the things that are not serving me. I want to help you do that, too. Today, you're in for a treat! Allie Casazza of The Purpose Show Podcast is here to share her wisdom on decluttering and minimalism for moms. Allie's podcast is the very first podcast I listened to, so she was watering the podcast seeds...
2021-08-3129 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE104: The ONE Thing that Makes Your Daily Planning a Success when You Have ADHDWe can be successful with ADHD when we start living purposefully like we have ADHD. The obstacles pop up like weeds when we try to live life like we don't have ADHD. I pretended like I could be "ADHD-free" for many years. And I failed over and over. I finally realized that THIS is what I needed in order to successfully plan my day with ADHD. When we think about what systems we should have in place, we need to consider what works for an ADHD brain. If we don't consider how our...
2021-08-1913 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE102: Emotional Regulation and Support for Overwhelmed Parents with Adult ADHD with Dr. Edward HallowellThis week we welcome back one of my favorite ADHD experts, Dr. Ned Hallowell. As an ADHD parent raising ADHD kids, Ned has the experience of raising his grown children, and his message of forgiveness and patience with ourselves is one I could listen to on repeat. He shares how to repair when we lose it on our kids. Because we will lose it. We also discuss how the DSM doesn't cover a major part of ADHD - the emotional regulation - and how we can work towards changing the perception of ADHD among others, ADHD medication, and the plethora of...
2021-08-1223 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE101: A Successful Dad's Adult ADHD Diagnosis Journey with Dr. Edward Hallowell: Turning childhood trauma into a mission of helping others with ADHD succeedThis week we welcome one of my favorite ADHD experts, Dr. Ned Hallowell, to share his ADHD story. Ned and I talked about using our strengths, overcoming hurdles, negative self talk, the power of connection, and Ned did not shy away from sharing his own childhood trauma, which affects the way he loves on others and the way he parented his now grown children who also have ADHD. I can't wait for you to hear this ADHD gold from the fairy godfather of ADHD himself, Dr. Edward Hallowell. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so that Part 2 shows up on...
2021-08-1025 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE093: Mindfulness Techniques and ADHD: Treatment for ADHD Symptoms with Taucha PostOne of the best (and free) treatments for ADHD is mindfulness. But what is mindfulness and how do we get started practicing mindfulness? Taucha Post of ADHD Yoga is sharing with us all about our brains and how mindfulness creates new pathways for us to learn how to slow down our brains, and present in the moment. We'll also dive into how mindfulness and ADHD are connected in the brain, and how the default mode network distracts us from our task at hand. Taucha and I also trudge through shame, perfectionism, and setting ourselves up for success instead of letting th...
2021-05-2034 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE092: A Successful Mama's Adult ADHD Diagnosis Journey with Taucha Post - Women + Girls with ADHDMindfulness feels like a really lofty goal for an ADHD brain ...almost unattainable. Yet mindfulness is an ADHD treatment that is recommended over and over again. I was not convinced. Until I met Taucha Post on instagram, @adhd.yoga. I had to know how an ADHD brain can be mindful! This week Taucha shares with us her diagnosis story, having been diagnosed as an adult woman with ADHD. ADHD in girls looks different, so we're talking about Taucha's ADHD symptoms, and what she does to take care of herself through mindfulness for ADHD. Hit subscribe so that next week's episode land...
2021-05-1426 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE086: A Successful Mama's Adult ADHD Diagnosis Journey with Yakini PierceOur guest this week is Yakini Pierce, of ADHD Love. Yakini saw the gap in understanding - people didn't "get" her ADHD kids - and she strives to be a change agent in giving other parents the resources they need and want to help their children succeed. Yakini was diagnosed after both of her children were diagnosed with ADHD, and she started ADHD Love to connect parents of ADHD children with resources and role models as they navigate their child's ADHD diagnosis. She didn't want other parents to struggle as she did to find quality ADHD resources. Listen in as Y...
2021-04-0121 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE085: Improving Our ADHD Diet & Food Choices for ADHD Moms with Anna RubanoOur guest this week is Anna Rubano, of In Tune with Anna K. We're talking about self care for moms who have ADHD and we're talking about food choices. This is a sore spot for a lot of us moms. How do we plan for healthy eating when we're barely surviving on handfuls of goldfish crackers and sandwich scraps leftover from our toddler? Take a deep breath and relax. This isn't a chat on the benefits of paleo vs. keto, or how to count your macros. Anna will encourage you no matter what your food choices currently are. Our discussion i...
2021-03-2525 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE083: Exercise & Rituals as Self Care for ADHD with Dina Quondamatteo, The ADHD LawyerOur guest this week is Dina Quondamatteo, better known as The ADHD Lawyer. We're talking about self care for moms who have ADHD and who better to teach us first than a mom who has been momming for 17 years? Movement and exercise is a great way to get our dopamine flowing, and Dina will encourage you no matter where your physical ability currently stands. Our discussion isn't about what you look like, or achieving that goal weight. Instead, we talk about: -how can we take care of ourselves through exercise -using exercise as a natural and free ADHD treatment -how...
2021-03-1120 minMotherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE082: A Successful Mama's ADHD Diagnosis Journey with Dina Quondamatteo, The ADHD LawyerOur guest this week is Dina Quondamatteo, better known as The ADHD Lawyer. Dina has an innate ability to be strong and vulnerable simultaneously, with infectious enthusiasm and drive to encourage others with ADHD. We talk about juggling school and raising twins, getting to know your life long roommate named ADHD, and why she went back to law school at age 40 - and was persistent enough to get accommodations for the Bar Exam! She lives by her daily rituals, and encourages us to begin our day with gratitude and intention. Dina is part of the late diagnosis club, learning the...
2021-03-0418 min
ADHD reWired361 | Living with Bipolar and ADHD Malaika TolfordDo you think you might have a Bi-Polar disorder? Listen as your host, Eric Tivers, and his guest Malaika Tolford discuss her diagnosis of Bi-Polar disorder and ADHD, how common it is to have both, and the difference between Bi-Polar one and two, plus much more on this episode of ADHD reWired. Malaika is a ceramic artist and owner of Place Value Pottery; she also teaches at a nonprofit craft organization. They diagnosed Malaika with Bi-Polar two disorder in 2013 and added an ADHD diagnosis in January 2020, which provided some pieces of her mental health puzzle. She is...
2021-02-021h 14
Reimagining Productivity with ADHDCan ADHD Adults Be Productive When Everything Feels Urgent?Description:
Many ADHD adults rely on urgency to get stuff done. And, consequently, are often stressed. Use these tips, if you’re ready to change that.
Key Takeaways:
* ADHD adults often rely on urgency as a primary means of motivation.
* Too much reliance an urgency to get started and follow through can be stressful.
* The key is to diversify your motivators.
* Doing more upfront thinking and organizing your environment can help reduce your reliance on urgency.
Articles and Books:
* How ADHD Adults Do Better by Doing Less
* The ADHD Adult’s Guide to the Weekly Review
* 7 Steps ADHD Adults Use to B...
2020-08-2117 min
ADHD reWired316 | Autism, ADHD, Gender and ConscientiousnessDo you know anyone who has been diagnosed with both Autism and ADHD? Listen, as Eric and his guest Becca discuss her diagnosis, how ADHD shows up differently in women, why she is interested in studying conscientiousness in this realm and much more on this episode of ADHD reWired. Becca is earning her master's degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and hopes to use her knowledge in individual differences, such as ADHD in personality and training in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, to help organizations create inclusive work environments for employees. Becca challenges the statement that people with Autism and A...
2020-04-071h 06Reimagining Productivity with ADHDSkillfully Handling Your Overwhelm When You Have ADHDDescription:
Feelings of overwhelm are a common companion for ADHD adults. So, knowing these five steps to manage it in the moment is key to working well with your ADHD.
Key Takeaways:
* Your ADHD can make your overwhelm worse and your overwhelm can also exacerbate your ADHD symptoms.
* Overwhelm can lead to procrastination as a way of deferring the discomfort of your overwhelm.
* Addressing the source of your overwhelm can help reduce your tendency to procrastinate.
* Managing your negative thought patterns is one of the keys to reducing your overwhelm.
* Identifying and replacing your overwhelm routine with a more helpful...
2020-02-2122 min
Reimagining Productivity with ADHDADHD All Grown-Up — Answers to Your QuestionsDescription:
In this inaugural episode I’ll clear up some of the misinformation you may have about adult ADHD, as I provide brief answers to a few of the most common questions.
Key Takeaways:
* ADHD is a neurological condition, meaning you are wired differently.
* Symptoms are different among adults and throughout your life time.
* Getting an accurate diagnosis is important so you can get the right treatment.
* It’s not possible to first get ADHD as an adult.
* You can’t outgrow your ADHD. But you can learn how to manage the symptoms to minimize the level of impairment.
* As an adu...
2020-02-1711 min
ADHD reWired271 | Russell Barkley on Life Expectancy and ADHD Part 1Russell Barkley joins me for the third time as a guest on my podcast. He is a clinical professor of psychiatry at the Virginia Treatment Center for Children and Virginia Commonwealth Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia. Board certified in three disciplines: clinical psychology, clinical child and adolescent psychology, and clinical neuropsychology. Russell is a clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner with 23 published books and 41 editions, more than 290 scientific articles and chapters related to the nature, assessment, and treatment of ADHD and related disorders. He is the founder and editor of the newsletter "The ADHD Report". He has spoken at over 800 e...
2019-05-2147 min
ADHD reWired269 | Family Challenges through the lens of ADHD with Kali StantonKali's father recently passed away: this podcast is dedicated in memory of her father. Kali Stanton joins me on this episode of the podcast. She lives in Minnesota and is a teacher, wife and mom. Her most recent hobby she enjoys are piano lessons. I previously interviewed Kali in Season 6. She has had many changes in her life since then, including moving to a new town and a new job. Kali was diagnosed in 2015 with ADHD and has now been told she now does not have ADHD. In the last three years, Kali has had ma...
2019-05-071h 07
ADHD reWired240 | Dear ADHD - Special EpisodeDo you say that you "are ADHD" or say that you "have ADHD?" Through people-first language, we show that people are more than their diagnosis. However, over time, I've come to appreciate how nuanced language is, and how important it is to let people express their identity. Living with ADHD is a story. As we change, so does our relationship with ADHD. One way I've helped people capture their relationship with ADHD is an exercise I've been doing with my coaching groups. I call this exercise, "Dear ADHD." I encourage members to write letters to their ADHD. Since this...
2018-10-1623 min
ADHD reWired201| Laura Wrzesinski - ADHD is More Than FocusLaura Wrzesinski joins me on this episode of ADHD reWired. Laura is a licensed marriage, and family therapist, who was a member of the most recent ADHD reWired Coaching and Accountability Group. In her private practice, Radical Realness Therapy, she works with LGBTQIA folks, feminists, and ADHD millennials who are ready for self-acceptance and healthy relationships. Laura was diagnosed with ADHD about two and a half years ago. In this conversation, you will hear Laura share her ADHD story and her professional background. Laura is "trauma-informed" and talks about trauma, including EMDR, which is a form of traum...
2018-01-161h 08
ADHD reWired184 | ADHD reWired September Live Q&AThis Week's Episode: This episode is the recording of September's live Q&A. These Q&A sessions take place the second Tuesday of every month. The questions answered in this episode were submitted by listeners of this podcast, both ahead of time and live. I am joined on this episode by Brendan Mahan. In this episode, we cover a variety of topics. Some questions are about adolescents with ADHD, from morning routines to college applications. We also talk about managing emotions during hormonal changes, weight loss with ADHD, managing anxiety and excitement, and many more topic...
2017-09-191h 20
ADHD reWired176 | Bending the world to our ADHD with Diann WingertThis Week's Episode: Diann Wingert is a licensed psychotherapist, master certified coach, parent of adult children with ADHD, and she has ADHD herself. After many years of "dancing with denial," she was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of sixty. Diann specializes in coaching high-functioning but under-achieving adults with ADHD. In this conversation, you will hear Diann discuss her personal history with ADHD and her recent diagnosis at the age of sixty. For years, this diagnosis didn't seem possible, as she excelled in so many areas that her child with ADHD struggled in. Diann also t...
2017-07-181h 09
ADHD reWired166 | How She Learned to Accept and Embrace ADHD- a Therapist's Story - Julie ReichenbergerThis Week's Episode: Julie Reichenberger is a counselor in Denver, Colorado. She primarily works with adolescents and adults with ADHD. Julie, who has ADHD herself, found accepting her ADHD to be a real struggle. In this conversation, you will hear Julie's story of discovering she has ADHD. At a certain point, she had what she calls a "final acceptance" of her diagnosis. Some of her stories involve her not being as self-aware at younger ages. We talk about the idea of whether or not things are easier if you're less self-aware. When Julie sits in the ADH...
2017-05-021h 21
ADHD reWired160 | Dear ADHDThis Week's Episode: Nicole joins me on this episode of ADHD reWired. Nicole is a mom of two with a background in sales. Nicole has been a member of our most recent ADHD reWired Coaching and Accountability Group. In this discussion, Nicole shares her ADHD story with us. She has an entertaining story of how she first realized she has ADHD. Nicole shares a lot with us in the conversation. You will hear how she views the role that ADHD plays in her life, she reads a letter she wrote to her ADHD, and she desc...
2017-03-211h 07
ADHD reWired149 | OCD and ADHDThis Week's Episode: Dr. Roberto Olivardia returns to the podcast this week to talk about OCD and ADHD. Roberto is a clinical psychologist and an instructor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. 30% of people with OCD also have ADHD. In this conversation, you will hear Roberto and I talk about some of the traits of OCD, specifically when it exists with ADHD. Roberto states that, "OCD always gets worse without treatment" and he describes some of his personal experiences as a clinical psychologist. Connect with Dr. Roberto Olivardia: Email: roberto_olivardia...
2017-01-0359 min
ADHD reWired145 | Live Panel of ADHD Experts145 | Live Panel of ADHD Experts This Week's Episode: At my local CHADD chapter (CHADD of Northern Illinois), we hosted a panel of experts and in this episode, you will hear the Q&A from this panel session. I sat on the panel, as did Lisa Alexoff, Dr. Colin Ryan, Dr. Jeremy Kaplan, and Jonathan Carroll. This conversation tends to focus on ADHD in adolescents. The panel spends a lot of time discussing childhood ADHD and answering question from attendees on that topic. The last 15 minutes of the discussion is on adult ADHD. Yo...
2016-12-061h 36