ADHD Experts Podcast
Leading ADHD experts give real-life answers to questions submitted by ADD adults and parents raising children with attention deficit disorder across a range of topics covering symptoms, school, work, and family life. Download the accompanying slide presentations here: additudemag.com/adhd-expert-webinars-index (look for the episode number).
Note on audio quality: This podcast is a recording of a webinar series, and the audio has been captured from conversations recorded via a computer or telephone, not in a studio. Register to participate in the live webinars at: additudemag.com/tag/webinar.
Latest episodes
Jan 14, 2021 • 1h 4min
339- Time to Reset: Simplify Your ADHD Life in the New Year
Linda Roggli, PCC, takes us through a step-by-step process to shake off the confusion, anxiety, and stress of 2020 and reset our ADHD lives. Learn how to edit out mental chatter and physical clutter and simplify instead of "complexify."
Jan 13, 2021 • 56min
338- How Adults with ADHD Can Relieve Pandemic Stress with Mindfulness
John Mitchell, Ph.D., explains why pandemic distress can take an especially serious toll on adults with ADHD, shares the latest research on the benefits of mindfulness, and teaches meditation strategies to help manage anxiety.
Dec 22, 2020 • 1h 2min
337- ADHD Is Different for Women: Gender-Specific Symptoms & Treatments
Do symptoms look different in girls and women? Why are so many women misdiagnosed? How do hormone levels impact ADHD? How do executive functions and co-existing conditions affect outcomes and treatment? Ellen Littman, Ph.D., answers these questions.
Dec 16, 2020 • 1h 1min
336- Mid-Year Motivation Guide: Help Your Child Persist with Hybrid or Online Learning
Children with ADHD want to do well, but often lack the resources and confidence to do so — and hybrid and online learning have increased the challenges. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., shares strategies to re-invigorate and motivate your child this school year.
Dec 8, 2020 • 1h 6min
335- How Music Sparks, Soothes, and Optimizes the ADHD Brain in Children
Music therapist Patti Catalano, MM, MT-BC, shares research on how music benefits the ADHD brain, and how parents can use music to help their child learn more at school, improve self-confidence, and overcome ADHD-related challenges to achieve life goals.
Nov 30, 2020 • 60min
334- ADHD Anger, Tantrums, and Mood Shifts: Effective Treatments for Emotional Dysregulation
Standard treatments for ADHD are designed to optimize attention, but, as Joel Nigg, Ph.D., explains, emotional dysregulation is an integral part of the condition. Learn about effective treatments for managing anger, mood shifts, and more.
Nov 30, 2020 • 60min
333- Why Are You So Sensitive? How Sensory Processing Sensitivity Affects the ADHD Brain
Do you find it hard to tolerate sensory input or get easily emotionally overwhelmed? You may be a highly sensitive person (HSP) with Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS). Bianca Acevedo, Ph.D., discusses the overlap with ADHD and how to manage SPS.
Nov 18, 2020 • 1h 1min
332- Eat This, Not That: Better Eating Habits for a Healthier ADHD Brain
Healthy eating can improve brain health, yet this is truly challenging when WFH near a stocked kitchen. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., explains why ADHD is a risk factor for obesity & shares practical strategies for shopping, cooking, and managing cravings.
Nov 16, 2020 • 1h 4min
331- ADHD in Older Adults: From Late Diagnosis to Treatment Strategies
Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., discusses how to distinguish ADHD symptoms from mild cognitive decline, the primary life challenges for older adults with the condition, and key considerations when treating this population.
Nov 12, 2020 • 1h 1min
330- Better School Behavior: How to Design and Implement a Positive and Effective Behavior Plan
A comprehensive Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) provides the starting point for constructive behavior change at school. Learn how to design and implement an effective PBSP for your child with ADHD from Rachel Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D.
