Alan P. Brown

Alan P. Brown, a productivity coach and author, shares insights on leveraging ADHD as a strength. He reveals how ADHD can enhance creativity when properly managed and discusses the importance of understanding executive function challenges. Alan emphasizes practical strategies such as brain scaffolding with simple planners, using timers for focus, and prioritizing foundational health habits like nutrition and sleep. He advocates for customizing productivity methods to fit individual needs, turning perceived weaknesses into powerful advantages.

Alan P. Brown discusses the unique presentation of ADHD in men, from being quick to anger and prone to outbursts to feeling shame and embarrassment about lack of career advancement, plus ways men with ADHD can navigate these challenges. Free Resources on Men with ADHD: Download: Scripts for Emotional Regulation and Anger Management Read: Exploring the Impact of Hormones, Age, and Life Stage Read: “I’m a Better Father Now, a Better Person.” Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/men-adhd-emotional-dysregulation-anger-shame/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Alan Brown, an ADHD coach and the innovative mind behind ADD Crusher, shares his journey from misdiagnosis to a powerful advocate for self-advocacy. He reveals how shifting your mindset from 'I suck' to 'I'm trying' can transform your approach to challenges. Alan emphasizes the importance of articulating specific needs and requesting workplace accommodations, using his own experience of transitioning to a private office as a key example. He encourages understanding ADHD's impact to build empathy and support in professional settings.