
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

Aug 28, 2023 • 1h 10min
468- Unlocking the Future of ADHD: Advances in Research, Diagnosis, & Treatment
Peter Jensen, M.D., reviews the current research involving genetic and environmental factors associated with ADHD and discusses the scientific advances we may see in the next decade or more, including the diagnosis of more subtypes and novel treatments. Free Resources on ADHD Research, Diagnosis, and Treatment: Download: How Common Is ADHD in Adults? Read: The Buzz Around Neuroimaging Read: The History of ADHD and Its Treatment Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/what-causes-adhd-advances-research-diagnosis-treatment/ 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.

Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 6min
467- Avoiding & Recovering from 2e Burnout: Support for Gifted Students
Twice exceptional students may perform above average in some areas and below average in others. Mary Ruth Coleman, Ph.D., discusses how to identify students who are 2e and understand their unique hurdles to help them cope with stress and avoid burnout. Free Resources on Twice Exceptionality: Download: “An Introduction Letter to My Teacher” Read: What Does Twice Exceptional Even Mean? Read: High Expectations — Stories of 2e Students Desperately Seeking Support Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/signs-of-burnout-twice-exceptional-2e-students-adhd/ 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.

Aug 10, 2023 • 1h 2min
466- Coparenting After Divorce: How to Manage ADHD Consistently Across Households
Merriam Sarcia Saunders, LMFT, highlights the unique developmental and emotional needs parents of neurodivergent children must consider during and after divorce, including talking to the child, custody scheduling, and keeping treatment consistent. Free Resources on Coparenting Children with ADHD: Download: Sample Schedule for Children with ADHD Read: The ADHD Co-Parenting Guide to Consistent Treatment Read: How Parental Alienation Harms ADHD Families Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/coparenting-divorce-adhd-across-households/ 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.

Aug 9, 2023 • 1h 2min
465- An Open Conversation with Temple Grandin – Autism Expert, Author, and Scientist
Temple Grandin, Ph.D., a prominent author, scientist, and esteemed professor at Colorado State University, talks about her journey growing up with autism in an era when children were routinely institutionalized following a diagnosis — and what helped her to follow her passions to world renown. Free Resources on Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodiversity: eBook: The Truth About Autism in Adults Download: Autism Evaluation Checklist Read: 10 Cherished Films with Neurodivergent Characters Read: Learning Strategies for Visual, Auditory, and Tactile Learners Access the video for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/temple-grandin-autism-spectrum-disorder-neurodiversity/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (http://additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Aug 7, 2023 • 59min
464- For Educators: Research-Based Tactics for Improving Executive Functioning in Teens
Students who have ADHD and other executive functioning deficits are often misunderstood by educators. Brandon Slade shares research involving EF skills development and actionable supports that can help neurodivergent students succeed academically. Free Resources on Improving Executive Function at School: Download: The Top 6 Learning Challenges Associated with ADHD Read: The Testing Ground for Executive Functions? Sixth Grade Read: The 3 Rs of ADHD at School — Routines, Rules, Reminders Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/executive-functioning-skills-adhd-teens-school 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.

Jul 28, 2023 • 1h 2min
463- Your Organized Home: Functional Organization for Your Life Phase Right Now
"Functional organization" involves embracing your stage of life in the way you organize. Lisa Woodruff explains why and how to do this, sharing practical, easy-to-implement ideas for your kitchen, bedrooms, workspaces, and more. More Resources on ADHD and Home Organization: eBook: Declutter Your Life! (and Home! and Office!) Free download: How to Tidy Up Your Home Like a Pro Read: What Stops Me From Starting? Productivity Solutions Read: Making Peace With Your Clutter NOTE: The original version of this presentation included on-screen props. You can access the supplemental materials, including the video, at https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/organized-home-adhd-organization-life-phases/ 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.

Jul 27, 2023 • 1h 3min
462- ADHD in the African-American Community: Strategies to Improve Care and Treatment
Learn why ADHD is routinely under-diagnosed in African-American children due to stigma, mistrust of the medical community, and other factors from Cheryl Hamilton, Ed.D. — and how untreated ADHD increases risk for poor academic and social outcomes. Free Resources on ADHD in Families of Color: Download: Debunking Myths About ADHD Read: How Children of Color Get Left Behind Read: We Need to Talk About ADHD Stigma in BIPOC Communities Read: “I Am a Neurodivergent Black Woman — and I Am Filled with Hope.” Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-race-healthcare-treatment-equity/ 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.

Jun 29, 2023 • 1h 3min
461- ADHD Understanding and Services in School Settings: An Evolution in Education
Gregory A. Fabiano, Ph.D., teaches teachers how the core features of ADHD are magnified by classroom expectations, the limitations of traditional approaches, and strategies and supports educators can use to help students with ADHD flourish. Free Resources on Teaching Students with ADHD: Download: 20 Learning Strategies Designed for Students with ADHD Teacher Training Newsletter: The ADHD Learning Series for Educators Read: The Educator’s Guide to Executive Functions Read: The Flaws of a One-Size-Fits-All Educational System Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/teacher-training-understanding-adhd-evolution-in-education/ 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.

Jun 23, 2023 • 1h 2min
460- ADHD and Sex: Building Focus and Attention for Intimacy
Sex therapist Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA, and Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D., discuss how ADHD can take a toll on your sex life and relationship, common flashpoints, how ADHD treatment helps, and other strategies couples can use to improve intimacy and trust. Free Resources on ADHD and Sex: Download: Manage ADHD’s Impact on Your Relationship Read: How ADHD Impacts Sex and Marriage Read: Tips to Have More Fun in the Bedroom Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-relationships-focus-attention-love-sex/ 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.

Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 2min
459- Men with ADHD: Solutions for Emotional Dysregulation, Anger, and Shame
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.