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Parenting Without Power Struggles

1:86 Farmer, Hunters and Adult ADHD with Susan Stiffelman

Nov 2, 2021
Susan Stiffelman, diagnosed with ADD as an adult, discusses the unique advantages of ADD-ish tendencies. Topics include navigating disorganization, embracing ADHD as a unique way of thinking, the Hunter Farmer Theory in relation to ADHD, and practical tips for managing ADHD traits.
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Quick takeaways

  • ADHD can be reframed as unique brain wiring with strengths, not deficits.
  • Individuals with ADHD may excel in non-traditional environments like hunter-gatherer societies.

Deep dives

Discovering Adult ADD and Reframing Perceptions

The podcast episode delves into the host's personal journey of discovering adult ADD and how it transformed her perspective on organization and tidiness. Initially struggling with comparing herself to others with seemingly more organized lives, the revelation of adult ADD provided comfort and a new lens through which to view her experiences. By reframing ADD as a unique brain wiring rather than a disorder, she found empowerment in embracing the characteristics associated with it, viewing them as strengths rather than deficits. This shift in mindset allowed her to appreciate her accomplishments and see the positive aspects of an ADD-ish brain.

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