The Imperfects Janelle Booker - Living With ADHD
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Nov 3, 2024 Janelle Booker, a psychologist from Western Australia, specializes in ADHD and the Highly Sensitive Person trait. In this engaging discussion, she delves into the unique strengths of those with ADHD, such as creativity, while also shedding light on challenges like executive function struggles and emotional regulation. Janelle emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding for neurodiverse individuals, especially in relationships. She also shares insights on recognizing ADHD in children and the significant connection between untreated ADHD and binge eating.
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Misleading ADHD Name
- ADHD stands for Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, but this name is misleading.
- ADHD brains don't lack attention, but rather have difficulty regulating it, often spreading it in multiple directions.
ADHD Morning Routine Visualization
- Janelle Booker guides listeners through an exercise to understand ADHD.
- It involves visualizing a morning routine with ADHD challenges like getting distracted by a shower curtain hook or losing keys.
ADHD Misconceptions
- Many assume ADHD is just hyperactivity or inattentiveness.
- Janelle Booker reveals her own misconception of ADHD even after six years of psychology study.