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, 2015 • 60min
99- ADHD and Gifted? Helping Twice-Exceptional (2e) Kids Succeed
When a child who is gifted also has ADHD or LD, he or she is more likely to fall through the cracks. Diane M. Kennedy and Rebecca Banks-Cull share their "whole-child" approach to helping 2e kids achieve their potential.
Apr 14, 2015 • 58min
98- Just Get Started: How ADHD Adults Can Turn Intentions Into Actions
We all know what we need to do, but getting started and finishing the job are more easily said than done. J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., shares ADHD-proof strategies for initiating tasks and managing interruptions.
Apr 7, 2015 • 57min
97- Being the Best ADHD Mom You Can Be Doesn't Mean Being Perfect
Ellen B. Littman, Ph.D., explain why it's counterproductive for mothers with ADHD to always put others' needs before their own, and how to let go of the pursuit of perfection.
Mar 31, 2015 • 58min
96- Your Brain on Music: How Sound Therapy Can Unlock Your Child's True Potential
Sharlene Habermeyer explains why music is such a powerful catalyst for development and learning, and shares fun ideas for incorporating sound therapy into your ADHD child's routine.
Mar 24, 2015 • 58min
95- Identifying and Treating Bipolar Disorder in ADHD Adults and Kids
Mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder, are the most common misdiagnosis in people with ADHD. William Dodson, M.D., explains why, how to tell the difference, and how to treat the conditions when they coexist.
Mar 17, 2015 • 54min
94- Minecraft and ADHD Kids: Brain Busting or Attention Boosting?
Could all those hours your child spends breaking blocks be good for his ADHD brain? Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley explain how Minecraft and other video games can be used as learning tools, and how to set screen time limits.
Mar 10, 2015 • 53min
93- How to Teach Your ADHD Child to Become Time-Aware
When kids with ADHD struggle with the concept of time, they are unfairly labeled "lazy" or "unmotivated." Marydee Sklar explains how to teach your child to manage time—and drop the labels.
Mar 3, 2015 • 56min
92- Stick to Your Resolutions and Make Your Goals Reality
Tired of giving up on New Year's resolutions and abandoning personal goals? Make this the year change happens! Judith Kolberg shares behavior modification and organizing tips that work for ADHDers.
Feb 24, 2015 • 59min
91- Managing Mood Disorders and Depression in Adults and Children with ADHD
ADHD adults and children are at greater risk for developing mood disorders than their non-ADHD peers. William Dodson, M.D., explains how to identify the symptoms and treat comorbid depression.
Feb 18, 2015 • 57min
90- ADHD Weight-Loss Guide: Take It Off...and Keep It Off!
Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., identifies the cognitive, biological, and emotional risk factors that usually lead to diet failure, and outlines his proven mindful eating system for helping ADHD adults lose weight.
