The Adulting With ADHD Podcast

This week I sit down with Heather and Sarah Taylor, hosts of the Braaains podcast who have a rich background in the film and TV industry. We delve into ADHD in pop culture, why that matters, and how it's been going.  Highlights: How neurodivergent people are represented in TV and film Examples of misrepresentation A watchlist of examples of it done right The key to achieving better representation Mentioned in this episode: You’re Not Alone: Navigating Life with Mental Illness (a 3-part series from Braaains) Inequality in 1,600 Popular Films - Annenberg Inclusion Initiative  Joy Organics - visit AdultingWithADHD.com/Joy to save 20%! 🙏 If you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to leave a review on Apple or Spotify!

In this episode I catch up with Adi Diner, CEO and co-founder of iFocus Health, which aims to revolutionize ADHD care. Adi gives us an update on the groundbreaking tool she's been working on. Tune in to see how you can use this free tool to check whether your medicine's working all while helping the iFocus team improve upon their tool!

In this episode I am joined by the legendary Dr. Sandra Kooij! Dr. Kooij is a Dutch psychiatrist specializing in ADHD treatment for women. From what she calls “danger week” (the week before your period) to post-partum and (peri)menopause, Dr. Kooij totally gets it, and hearing her talk about her research is fascinating. Dr. Kooij treated women with ADHD for more than 25 years, and for the past 20 years she’s been studying adult ADHD as the head of the Adult ADHD Program of PsyQ in the Netherlands.  Mentioned in this episode Women, ADHD, and Hormones Webinar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPerPxb-RNs

In our latest summer series replay, I’m joined by therapist Candace Baker. An Arkansas-based counselor specializing in ADHD and trauma, Candace has extensive first-hand experience in navigating both. Highlights: Candace’s background as a therapist and ADHD’er The relationship between ADHD and trauma Why trauma-informed therapy is important for ADHD'ers What to do if you feel like you’re grappling with both Mentioned in this episode: Sankofa Consulting and Counseling Services - https://www.sankofacounselingar.com Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/candace-baker-plumerville-ar/364033 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sankofaccsllc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/candace.b8ker Kiss the Ground - https://kisstheground.com Gamechangers - https://gamechangersmovie.com What the Health - https://www.whatthehealthfilm.com

In this summer replay, I chat with ADHD pioneer Sari Solden. Sari’s book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD has helped many women with ADHD to learn how to accept their neurodiversity and live with confidence. She specializes in psychotherapy and consultation for men and women with ADHD.   Topics covered * ADHD * adult ADHD * periods * hormones * coping skills * mental health * radical acceptance * Sari Solden * executive dysfunction * psychology  Mentioned in this episode:  A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD (aff) ADHD Women's Palooza Sari Solden & Associates

This week I talk with ADHD content creator Sydni Rubio about gender bias in medicine and what to look out for when seeking an ADHD diagnosis for women. Highlights: Sydni's diagnosis story and personal experience with gender bias Sydni gives her take as a scientist on gender issues in medical research How can patients be more discerning when reviewing medical research Sydni's work with Inflow and how she came to do what she loves for a living Mentioned this episode: The gender gap in ADHD diagnoses - https://www.getinflow.io/post/diagnosis-data-review Inflow - https://www.getinflow.io/blog Twitter handles: - Sydni @WhatTheADHD - Inflow: @get_inflow What in the ADHD? YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/whatintheadhd

In this episode, I chat with ADHD coach Dusty Chipura about doulas. We talk about what a doula actually is (and isn't) and get updates on Dusty's doula training and pregnancy book.  Heads up that we're on summer break after this episode. It's a good time to catch up on earlier episodes. Be sure to hit up the older episodes on patreon.com/adultingwithadhd! 👋 Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.

Happy 100th episode to me! When all this started, it was me rambling in a closet to myself and you guys kept coming back. It's been a journey and I spill on today’s episode. I also muse about what’s in store for Episode 101 and beyond. 😎 👋 Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.

In this episode I talk to Aleta Storch, a nutrition therapist and founder of Wise Heart Nutrition, about the intuitive eating model she created for her ADHD clients. Highlights: - How Aleta got interested in the ADHD and food connection - A common misconception about eating with ADHD - Aleta's food needs pyramid for ADHD'ers - The No. 1 thing to do if you want more confidence with food/eating as an ADHD'er. 👋 Thank you for checking out The Adulting With ADHD Podcast. If this content has brought you any value, please consider thanking me by leaving a review on your listening app of choice.