I Have ADHD Podcast 290 The Truth About ADHD Families: How to Finally END the Drama with Dr. Tamara Rosier
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Nov 19, 2024 
Joining the conversation is Dr. Tamara Rosier, founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan and author of 'Your Brain's Not Broken.' She discusses her new book, focusing on the intricacies of family dynamics in ADHD households. Topics include the importance of understanding rejection sensitivity and emotional regulation. Dr. Rosier highlights the significance of breaking negative cycles and building healthier relationships. She emphasizes that it’s never too late to reconnect and grow, promoting transformational thinking for families facing these unique challenges.
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Shared ADHD Experiences
- Kristen and Tamara bond over their shared ADHD experiences.
- They discuss the feeling of needing to appear "normal" and the anxieties surrounding social interactions.
Relationships and ADHD
- Relationships are a frequent topic of concern for adults with ADHD.
- Broken or difficult relationships are commonly discussed in ADHD coaching sessions.
The Missing Rule Book
- People with ADHD often feel like they lack a "rule book" for social interactions.
- They have to be explicitly taught basic social skills that seem intuitive to neurotypical individuals.