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 3, 2015 • 56min
92- Stick to Your Resolutions and Make Your Goals Reality
Tired of giving up on New Year's resolutions and abandoning personal goals? Make this the year change happens! Judith Kolberg shares behavior modification and organizing tips that work for ADHDers.
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Feb 24, 2015 • 59min
91- Managing Mood Disorders and Depression in Adults and Children with ADHD
Learn about managing mood disorders and depression in adults and children with ADHD. Explore the coexistence of ADHD and depression, the impact of nutrition on mood disorders, and the use of herbal supplements. Discover the relationship between stimulant medication and depression, as well as the importance of addressing sleep disturbances. Delve into alternative medication options and the potential of genetic-based medication for mental illnesses.
Feb 18, 2015 • 57min
90- ADHD Weight-Loss Guide: Take It Off...and Keep It Off!
Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., identifies the cognitive, biological, and emotional risk factors that usually lead to diet failure, and outlines his proven mindful eating system for helping ADHD adults lose weight.
Feb 10, 2015 • 56min
89- Why So Worried? Identifying and Managing Anxiety Disorders in ADHD Adults and Children
Dr. Thomas Brown discusses the link between ADHD and anxiety disorders, highlighting the importance of identifying and treating both conditions. The podcast covers different forms of anxiety, treatment options like cognitive behavioral therapy, and managing anxiety symptoms alongside ADHD. It also explores social anxiety, test anxiety in individuals with ADHD, and the struggles of highly intelligent individuals with ADHD and anxiety.
Feb 3, 2015 • 57min
88- How to Break the Procrastination Cycle and Get Things Done
Surprise—procrastination isn't actually a time-management problem, it's an emotion-management problem. Timothy A. Pychyl, Ph.D., shares proven strategies to stop avoiding tasks and start seeing them through.
Jan 27, 2015 • 48min
87- ADHD in Adults vs. Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Dr. William Dodson discusses ADHD in adults, highlighting challenges in diagnosis and treatment. Topics include recognizing high-functioning individuals, difficulties in getting help, effectiveness of stimulant medications, rejection sensitivity, positive traits like problem-solving skills, and the potential for success in individuals with ADHD.
Jan 20, 2015 • 54min
86- Food Fixes: Eat Your Way to Better Focus, Mood, Memory, and Motivation
Your meal choices can impact your ADHD. Tana Amen, BSN, RN, discusses what you should eliminate from your family's diet and the specific foods you should start eating to improve symptoms, with plenty of simple menu ideas.
Jan 13, 2015 • 57min
85- Executive Function Deficit Disorder in Adults and Kids with ADHD
What's behind your difficulties with planning, organizing, and meeting deadlines? Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., describes the seven major types of executive function and how they're affected by ADHD, and suggests treatment strategies.
Jan 6, 2015 • 58min
84- Freeing ADHD Students from Obstacles Like Perfectionism and Procrastination
Ann Dolin, M.Ed., shares strategies that can minimize common obstacles for ADHD students, such as perfectionism, procrastination, and poor organization, so they can live up to their academic potential.
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Dec 16, 2014 • 1h 4min
83- Why ADHDers Can't Sleep—and What You Can Do About It
ADHD is truly a round-the-clock condition, as the many ADDers who struggle to fall and stay asleep can attest. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., shares ways to improve sleep hygiene and train your brain to shut down for the night.
