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ADHD Focus with David Pomeroy, MD

A Fresh Perspective On Executive Functions

Jul 25, 2023
In this podcast, Dr. David Pomeroy and ADHD coach Jeff Copper discuss the challenges of getting back on track after being distracted, the concept of working memory, and the relationship between creativity and pressure. They also explore procrastination, the difficulties of self-regulation, and Jeff's unique coaching style that focuses on identifying underlying reasons behind behavioral issues.
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Quick takeaways

  • Distractions and interruptions can make it challenging for individuals with ADHD to reorient themselves to tasks, impacting their productivity and flow of thinking.
  • Understanding executive function is crucial in managing distractions and working memory challenges, emphasizing the need to be mindful of task nature and schedule tasks accordingly for optimized productivity.

Deep dives

Distractions and Working Memory

Distractions and their impact on working memory are explored in this podcast episode. The guest, Jeff Copper, explains how distractions, such as noise or interruptions, can make it challenging for individuals with ADHD to reorient themselves to the task at hand. He uses the analogy of the boot-up process of a computer to emphasize the effort and time it takes for someone with ADHD to load information in their mind and retrieve existing knowledge. This boot-up process can be disrupted by distractions and result in difficulties getting back into the flow of thinking and being productive.

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