You're Wrong About ADHD Finding the best strategies to improve your concentration and memory
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May 19, 2024 Dr. Tony Lloyd, an expert from The ADHD Foundation, joins Sam and Katie to tackle the challenges of inattentiveness. He highlights the signs of inattention and shares effective strategies to enhance concentration and working memory. The conversation dives into personal anecdotes about the struggles of maintaining focus in social situations and academics. They also explore the unique strengths of ADHD individuals in fast-paced professional roles, advocating for a deeper appreciation of diverse cognitive styles.
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Inattention and Working Memory
- Inattention in ADHD involves difficulty filtering and retaining important information amidst constant bombardment.
- Working memory challenges make it hard to hold and analyze information, leading to forgetfulness.
Visual Memory vs. Working Memory
- Dr. Tony Lloyd can navigate a city he hasn't visited in years but forgets where he put his keys.
- This illustrates the contrast between long-term memory and impaired working memory in ADHD.
Forgetting Names at Parties
- Katie Breathwick struggles with working memory, forgetting names at parties amidst distractions.
- This illustrates the impact of inattention on social interactions and the resulting guilt.