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
Apr 22, 2020 • 1h 3min
299- Medicating Your Child with ADHD: Making Peace with Your Decision
There isn't a more agonizing decision than the one to medicate your child with ADHD. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., discusses how to come to peace with your decision and explain it to your child and others (if you choose to).
Apr 15, 2020 • 44min
298- The Isolating Effect of Social Distancing for Teens with ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression
Whether they have a wide circle or a few close friends, teens are social creatures. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., discusses the impacts of social distancing on adolescents with ADHD, particularly when comorbid depression or anxiety are part of the picture.
Apr 14, 2020 • 60min
297- Everyday Habits for ADHD Brains That Unlock a Longer, Healthier Life
Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., explains why ADHD makes it harder to diligently follow good habits, like getting enough sleep, exercising, and treating other medical conditions, and shares strategies that will help you stick with a healthier lifestyle.
Apr 8, 2020 • 54min
296- QuaranTeens with ADHD: Keeping Your Impulsive Teen Safe at Home
Got an impulsive teen who's chafing against stay-at-home orders during the coronavirus pandemic, or may even be sneaking out to see friends? Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., helps parents explain and enforce social distancing and maintain harmony at home.
Apr 6, 2020 • 55min
295- It's School Time, Not Screen Time! Keeping Teens with ADHD Motivated to Learn from Home
Coach Jodi Sleeper-Triplett covers a range of pressing topics for parents of teens with ADHD, including a total lack of motivation to do schoolwork at home, the loss of a daily routine, managing constant distractions from siblings and screens, and more.
Apr 2, 2020 • 1h
294- Marijuana and the ADHD Brain, Part 2
Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., revisits some of the most important topics asked by listeners in the Feb. 26, 2020 webinar on cannabis use in teens and adults with ADHD, and answers additional questions submitted by listeners.
Mar 26, 2020 • 1h 1min
293- The Secret to Making Friends: A People Skills Guide for Adults with ADHD
Understanding the ADHD brain and how it affects social skills can decrease the shame and increase opportunities for meaningful connection. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., presents research-based strategies for improving your people skills.
Mar 24, 2020 • 58min
292- Coronavirus Crash Course for Parents: Keeping Kids with ADHD in 'Study Mode'
Your child's school has canceled classes, and you are worried about an academic freefall and/or having to play the homework police all day — while working from home. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., helps parents learn how to structure this unstructured time.
Mar 16, 2020 • 59min
291- The Latest Science on ADHD and Food Dyes, Nutrition, and Supplements
Joel Nigg, Ph.D., discusses the types of dietary changes hypothesized to affect ADHD symptoms, the science behind synthetic food dyes’ effect on ADHD, and how adults or parents can remove food dyes from the diet.
Mar 10, 2020 • 1h 3min
290- Optimize Your Child's Summer Schedule: Fun, Learning, and Connection
During the school year, your child puts in superhuman effort to meet academic expectations. You don't want him to lose the progress he's made, yet know he needs a break. Susan Kruger, M.Ed., explains how to strike the right summer balance.
