ADHD Experts Podcast

Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., an educator specializing in emotional dysregulation, shares her insights on managing students' emotional challenges in the classroom. She emphasizes balancing proactive and reactive strategies to create a supportive environment. The discussion covers the significance of music, movement, and clear communication for ADHD students. Practical tips, like mood charts and cooldown spots, are highlighted. Cheryl also stresses the importance of positive parent-teacher communication and fostering a growth mindset among students to promote resilience.

Tracy McCubbin, founder of Declutterfly and best-selling author, shares her expertise on decluttering for families with ADHD. She emphasizes tailored organizing systems to tackle emotional attachments to belongings. The discussion covers strategies for decluttering challenging spaces and the importance of motivation in the organizing process. Tracy encourages a collaborative approach to managing clutter and reassures that organization is morally neutral, focusing on creating a peaceful home environment.

Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist and award-winning author specializing in ADHD, dives into essential time management strategies for students. She discusses the challenges of time blindness and executive functioning in ADHD, offering practical tools like the five C’s and SPINNING TOPS. Saline emphasizes the importance of structured routines and the role of parental involvement in fostering independence. She shares insights on collaborating with teens to enhance their planning skills while managing anxiety linked to time perception.

Maggie Sibley, a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Washington, sheds light on the evolving nature of ADHD across the lifespan. She discusses the significant rise in adult diagnoses, particularly post-COVID, and the challenges of accurate diagnosis in adults. The conversation covers how ADHD symptoms fluctuate with age, the impact of lifestyle choices and nutrition on symptom management, and the importance of tailored support for individuals navigating ADHD at different life stages.

Ann Dolin, an expert in educational strategies for ADHD, shares transformative techniques for supporting students as they return to school. She emphasizes the power of sustainable organizational systems and offers practical tips for using calendars and establishing routines. Delving into procrastination styles, Dolin explains the differences between functional and dysfunctional approaches to tasks. Listeners also gain insights into engaging their children through meaningful conversations and fostering effective time management skills. This toolkit is essential for parents seeking to empower their children with ADHD.

Alexis Bancroft, Ph.D., an expert in early childhood development, and Cynthia Martin, Psy.D., a psychologist specializing in ADHD assessment, discuss the crucial topic of identifying ADHD in preschoolers. They tackle the challenges of distinguishing typical behaviors from ADHD symptoms, along with the importance of early diagnosis. The duo emphasizes behavioral interventions over medication, offers practical parental strategies, and stresses the need for effective communication between parents and teachers to support children’s needs in educational settings.

Ross Greene, Ph.D., a developmental psychologist and acclaimed author, discusses rethinking challenging children's behaviors as responses to unmet needs. He introduces the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions model, promoting teamwork between parents and kids in problem-solving. Greene emphasizes the importance of understanding the roots of explosive behavior and highlights proactive strategies to prevent crises. He also offers insights on supporting apathetic teenagers and navigating school dynamics for better outcomes.

Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., an expert in helping professionals with ADHD, dives into the complexities of ADHD in the workplace. She discusses how ADHD traits can fuel creativity while also presenting challenges like time management issues. Strategies for creating ADHD-friendly workspaces are explored, including minimizing distractions and legal accommodations. The conversation also covers rejection-sensitive dysphoria and perfectionism, providing insights on emotional regulation. This enlightening dialogue aims to empower neurodivergent individuals to achieve career success.

Jillian Lillibridge Heilman, Ph.D., is a leading expert in disability services for college students. She dives into the nuances of transitioning from high school to college for neurodivergent students. Jillian explains the challenges of securing accommodations without IEPs, and the importance of self-advocacy. She emphasizes early communication with Accessibility Service Offices and shares insights on managing executive function difficulties. Listeners will gain valuable tips on documentation and navigating grievances, empowering students during this crucial shift.

Alana Cooperman, LCSW discusses anxiety-driven school avoidance, root causes, and evidence-based strategies. Topics include addressing school refusal in children with ADHD, anxiety, and autism, coping strategies, and navigating oppositional defiance. Strategies for ADHD kids, sensory overload, and explosive reactions are also explored.