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
Mentioned books
Sep 11, 2019 • 1h 2min
251- Mindfulness and Self-Regulation Strategies for Children with ADHD
Have you ever tried to calm a child in the throes of an ADHD meltdown? Varleisha D. Gibbs, Ph.D., OTD, OTR/L, explains how to build and enhance self-regulation with ADHD meditation and shares mindfulness exercises designed to calm an unsettled child.
Sep 10, 2019 • 1h 2min
250- Beyond Shame and Guilt: Transformative Strategies for Women with ADD
Psychologist Michelle Frank discusses strategies for women with ADHD to overcome shame and guilt. Topics include the impact of shame on women with ADHD, moving beyond shame and guilt, ADHD and self-advocacy, clarifying values and being authentic, and coping with criticism and rejection sensitivity.
Sep 9, 2019 • 1h
249- The Social Lives of Boys with ADHD
Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, shares realistic solutions to help your son with ADHD mature into a healthy, happy young man — from establishing and maintaining friendships to mastering executive function to taking responsibility for his own actions.
Sep 6, 2019 • 1h 5min
248- The Gift of Grit: Helping Children with ADHD Overcome Failure, Fear, & Disappointment
Brendan Mahan's "Wall of Awful" tool helps parents and children visualize and talk about the effects of repeated failure and disappointment — and overcome the fear, shame, and anxiety that are often associated with ADHD.
Sep 5, 2019 • 59min
247- Teaching Executive Functions to Children with ADHD: A Course for Teachers (and Parents)
Most teachers and parents recognize weak executive functions (EF): disorganized projects, incomplete homework, last-minute cramming, forgotten chores. Karen Huberty, M.Ed., & Maureen Bechard, M.S., offer strategies for strengthening EFs.
Sep 5, 2019 • 55min
246- The Exercise Rx for ADHD
Powerful evidence shows that exercise improves not only physical health, but attention, working memory, behavior, mood, and executive functions. John J. Ratey, M.D., explains how to use movement to ease symptoms of ADHD.
Sep 4, 2019 • 59min
245- Find Your Path: A Roadmap for Choosing a College, a Career, or Something Different
Rick Fiery, an expert on post-high school options for teens with ADHD, discusses unconventional paths to success, alternative career opportunities beyond traditional education, navigating higher education options, breaking away from gaming addiction, military careers, and the benefits of taking a gap year for individuals with ADHD.
Sep 3, 2019 • 55min
244- How ADHD Shortens Life Expectancy: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know
ADHD may lead to social, academic, & organizational challenges—but did you know that the disorder's increased health risks may shorten longevity? Russell Barkley, Ph.D., discusses why ADHD is not just a mental health disorder, but a public health disorder.
Aug 27, 2019 • 1h 1min
243- The ADHD-ODD Connection
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a mental health disorder characterized by a well-established pattern of behavior problems. David Anderson, Ph.D., helps parents understand their child's ODD diagnosis and find effective interventions.
Aug 22, 2019 • 55min
242- ADHD and Substance Use Disorders: How to Recognize and Manage Addiction
Timothy Wilens, M.D., a leading expert in the link between ADHD and substance use disorders, discusses the significant overlap between these conditions. He highlights the prevalence of ADHD in individuals with addiction issues and the importance of early intervention. The conversation dives into stimulant misuse among youths, addressing misconceptions about ADHD medications. Wilens also explores behavioral addictions and offers insights on managing conversations about addiction with adults who have ADHD, advocating for supportive communication strategies.
