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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Oct 4, 2019 • 59min
261- Tech to the Rescue: Create a Technology Toolbox for Students with ADHD and LD
Tapping into the right technology can make the difference between success and failure at school for students with ADHD and learning disabilities. Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D., discusses the most popular and effective assistive technology (AT) tools.
Oct 3, 2019 • 1h 4min
260- What Is ADHD? Everything You Need to Know Before and After a Diagnosis
Educating yourself and your family about ADHD is tougher than you may think. Most physicians receive little training in ADHD, and may not explain the disorder and treatments thoroughly. William Dodson, M.D., helps listeners fill in those holes.
Oct 2, 2019 • 1h 1min
259- The Best Kind of Discipline: Behavioral Parent Training for Children with ADHD
You are at your wit's end — exhausted by your child's disruptive and wholly frustrating daily behaviors. Tried-and-true parenting advice doesn't work — but this will. Learn the basics of behavioral parent training (BPT) from Carla Counts Allan, Ph.D.
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Oct 1, 2019 • 1h
258- "Could I Be on the Autism Spectrum?" – ASD in Adults
Theresa Regan, an expert in autism in adults, talks about the myths and misconceptions surrounding autism in adults. She discusses the challenges of diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults and the relationship between ASD and ADD. She also explores the different categories of medication prescribed for adults with ASD and various therapies for autism and ASD symptoms in women. Additionally, the difficulties faced by adults trying to be diagnosed with ASD are addressed.
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Sep 30, 2019 • 1h 4min
257- All the Feels: An ADHD Guide to Emotional Dysregulation & Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
People with ADHD feel emotions more intensely, more frequently, and more suddenly. In fact, one third of adults with ADHD name this as the most impairing aspect of the condition. Learn more about out-of-control emotions from William W. Dodson, M.D.
Sep 18, 2019 • 57min
256- Everything in Its Place: The ADHD Guide to Better Organization
Do you walk into a disorganized room and find yourself paralyzed? Do you spend time and money on organizing solutions that don't work? Lisa K. Woodruff will teach you how to start working with your ADHD brain, not against it, to get organized.
Sep 17, 2019 • 54min
255- A Parent's Guide to Changing Schools for Your Student with ADHD or LD
School is supposed to be a place where children learn and grow, but certain school environments may not be a good fit for kids with ADHD and learning disabilities. Susan Yellin, Esq., discusses when is it might be time to consider a new school.
Sep 16, 2019 • 1h 4min
254- Worry Less: Managing Anxiety in Children and Adolescents with ADHD
Eileen Costello, a clinical professor of pediatrics, and Perri Klass, a professor of pediatrics and journalism, dive into the intricacies of anxiety in children, especially those with ADHD. They discuss the critical link between anxiety and ADHD, offering practical insights from their book 'Quirky Kids'. The conversation covers strategies for managing anxiety through cognitive-behavioral therapy, the importance of parental involvement, and how to navigate competitive pressures. They also tackle addressing physical symptoms of anxiety, providing valuable coping techniques for families.
Sep 13, 2019 • 60min
253- Vaping and Teens with ADHD: What Parents Need to Know
Vaping rates have skyrocketed in recent years. Kristin Seymour, MSN, RN, AHCNS, explains why stimulation-seeking teens with ADHD are at an increased risk of vaping. Learn how to discuss vaping and help a teen who may be addicted.
Sep 12, 2019 • 1h 4min
252- How to Optimize ADHD Stimulant Treatment for Children and Adults
Thomas Brown, a clinical psychologist and director of the Brown Clinic for Attention and Related Disorders, dives deep into optimizing ADHD stimulant treatments. He discusses finding the ideal medication dose to balance effectiveness and side effects, while also exploring the neurological basis of ADHD. Insights include the importance of personalized treatment strategies, managing medication breaks, and debunking myths around appetite suppression. Listeners will learn practical tips for navigating ADHD treatment adjustments to enhance daily functioning and overall quality of life.
