ADHD Experts Podcast
ADDitude
Leading ADHD experts give real-life answers to questions submitted by ADD adults and parents raising children with attention deficit disorder across a range of topics covering symptoms, school, work, and family life. Download the accompanying slide presentations here: additudemag.com/adhd-expert-webinars-index (look for the episode number).
Note on audio quality: This podcast is a recording of a webinar series, and the audio has been captured from conversations recorded via a computer or telephone, not in a studio. Register to participate in the live webinars at: additudemag.com/tag/webinar.
Note on audio quality: This podcast is a recording of a webinar series, and the audio has been captured from conversations recorded via a computer or telephone, not in a studio. Register to participate in the live webinars at: additudemag.com/tag/webinar.
Episodes
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Mar 9, 2022 • 1h 2min
391- Top 10 IEP & 504 Plan Problems: A Troubleshooting Guide
Parenting a student with an IEP or 504 Plan sometimes feels like playing a game of "Whack-a-Mole" — resolve one issue, and another one pops up. Susan Yellin, Esq., provides answers to the top 10 questions parents have about IEPs and 504 Plans.
Mar 4, 2022 • 1h 3min
390- Raising Socially Smart Tweens and Teens
When kids with ADHD struggle socially, people assume they are "missing social cues." In truth, the struggle is often due to lagging social executive function skills. Learn how to identify and bolster thse skills from Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW.
38 snips
Feb 28, 2022 • 1h 2min
389- 7 Insights Into the ADHD Brain That Transform Lives
ADHD coach Jeff Copper has seen lives transformed by a focus on self-awareness and mindset — not by strategies & tips. He shares several Aha! insights about the ADHD brain that have helped those with ADHD find solutions to their toughest problems.
13 snips
Feb 22, 2022 • 1h 1min
388- Build Your ADHD Emotional Resilience: Strategies for Adults Who Feel Things Deeply
Adults with ADHD can overreact with intense emotion. We can't always stop "big" feelings from welling up, but Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., helps us find healthier ways to express them and keep them from damaging relationships.
Feb 11, 2022 • 1h 2min
387- Bonding Activities: Effective, Practical Relationship-Building Ideas for ADHD Families
ADHD can sometimes obscure your child's true self and prevent joyful family connections. Norrine Russell, Ph.D., shares fun, relationship-building games and activities for ADHD families.
24 snips
Jan 28, 2022 • 1h 2min
386- Nail Biting! Skin Picking! Hair Pulling! Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors and ADHD
Body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) is a common (but rarely discussed) comorbid diagnosis related to ADHD. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., talks about how to recognize BFRB, the physical and emotional consequences, and recommended treatments.
36 snips
Jan 21, 2022 • 1h 1min
385- Perfectionism and ADHD: Making 'Good Enough' Work for You
Behaviors like setting unrealistic goals and insisting on personal flawlessness point to a cycle of perfectionism. Join Sharon Saline, Psy.D., to learn more about the relationship between anxiety, perfectionism, and ADHD and how to nurture a growth mindset.
72 snips
Jan 12, 2022 • 1h 1min
384- Focus on Inattentive ADHD: The Under-Diagnosed and Under-Treated Subtype
The "Predominantly Inattentive" (PI) ADHD subtype can lead to significant functional impairment and distress, yet may go undiagnosed into adulthood. Mary V. Solanto, Ph.D., explains how to recognize PI and about effective treatments.
15 snips
Dec 20, 2021 • 60min
383- Optimizing Executive Functions in Children and Adults with ADHD
What are 'executive functions'? The abilities to reason and creatively problem-solve, exercise self-control, think before you speak, stay focused, and more. The good news is that EFs can be improved at any age. Learn how from Adele Diamond, Ph.D., FRSC.
11 snips
Dec 11, 2021 • 1h 1min
382- Revenge Bedtime Procrastination: How to Break the Cycle of Delayed Sleep and Stress
Christine Li, Ph.D., and Tracy Otsuka, JD, LLM, AACC, discuss why women with ADHD are especially prone to revenge bedtime procrastination — pushing back bedtime to give yourself some "me time" — and how to build healthier sleep habits.
