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
Oct 30, 2018 • 58min
219- Train the ADHD Brain: Games and Apps to Improve Executive Functions & Processing Speed
Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley discuss popular games, apps, and technologies that can be used to improve executive functions and processing speed in children and adults with ADHD—and how to transfer brain training skills to the real world.
Oct 23, 2018 • 55min
218- ADHD Over 50: Old Age, ADHD, or Something Else?
David W. Goodman, M.D., FAPA, leads a discussion for clinicians: Learn how to identify ADHD symptoms in adults over age 50, how stimulants fit into a treatment regimen for patients who are taking multiple medications, and more.
Oct 16, 2018 • 54min
217- How Diet, Sleep, Exercise & Behavioral Interventions Can Reduce ADHD Symptoms in Children
Sandy Newmark, M.D., discusses a range of natural ADHD treatment options and considerations, including optimal nutrition, how food sensitivities affect symptoms, the importance of sleep, the benefits of exercise, behavioral strategies, and more.
Oct 9, 2018 • 58min
216- The Teen Years with ADHD: A Practical, Proactive Parent’s Guide
Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., shares helpful, hands-on ways to address a range of issues facing parents of teens with ADHD — from homework struggles to unpredictable emotions, road safety to the refusal to take medication, and more.
Sep 18, 2018 • 58min
215- High School Prep: A Strategic Transition from Middle School to Higher Grades
Middle school is no cake walk, with multiple teachers, personal schedule responsibility, and long-term assignments. In ninth grade, that reality gets kicked up a notch. Learn strategies to ease the transition to high school from Ann Dolin, M.Ed.
Aug 28, 2018 • 58min
214- Screen Time Rules and Systems for Teens with ADHD
Technology powers advancements in organization and information gathering—but it's also really, really distracting for teens with ADHD. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., advises parents on how to rein in video gaming and balance it with other activities.
Aug 21, 2018 • 58min
213- You’ve Got This! Motivating Teens with ADHD Without Threats or Arguments
Does your teen take forever to get started, whether it’s homework, chores, or extracurricular projects? Sharon Saline, Psy.D., teaches a strengths-based, collaborative approach to successfully motivating adolescents with ADHD.
Aug 14, 2018 • 54min
212- How to Get, Afford, and Refill Your ADHD Prescriptions with Minimum Hassle
Laurie Dupar shares insider strategies to help you take control of your ADHD treatment plan, including how to manage refills, deal with uncooperative pharmacists, and save money on your prescriptions.
Aug 7, 2018 • 52min
211- Breathe In, Breathe Out: A Mindfulness Guide for Teens with ADHD
Mindfulness builds emotional intelligence; increases attention; minimizes stress and anxiety; and boosts happiness. Want your teen to harness these benefits? Learn how to integrate mindfulness into everyday life from Christopher Willard, Psy.D.
Jul 31, 2018 • 59min
210- A Summer Schedule for Kids with ADHD: How to Balance Fun, Independence & Structure
Children with ADHD thrive on structure. Instead of entirely lazy summer days, Sarah A. Tannenbaum, Psy.D., helps parents take a measured approach to the season by working with their child to establish schedules and goals while fostering fun and relaxation.
