ADHD Experts Podcast

Do symptoms look different in girls and women? Why are so many women misdiagnosed? How do hormone levels impact ADHD? How do executive functions and co-existing conditions affect outcomes and treatment? Ellen Littman, Ph.D., answers these questions.

Children with ADHD want to do well, but often lack the resources and confidence to do so — and hybrid and online learning have increased the challenges. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., shares strategies to re-invigorate and motivate your child this school year.

Music therapist Patti Catalano, MM, MT-BC, shares research on how music benefits the ADHD brain, and how parents can use music to help their child learn more at school, improve self-confidence, and overcome ADHD-related challenges to achieve life goals.

Standard treatments for ADHD are designed to optimize attention, but, as Joel Nigg, Ph.D., explains, emotional dysregulation is an integral part of the condition. Learn about effective treatments for managing anger, mood shifts, and more.

Do you find it hard to tolerate sensory input or get easily emotionally overwhelmed? You may be a highly sensitive person (HSP) with Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS). Bianca Acevedo, Ph.D., discusses the overlap with ADHD and how to manage SPS.

Healthy eating can improve brain health, yet this is truly challenging when WFH near a stocked kitchen. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., explains why ADHD is a risk factor for obesity & shares practical strategies for shopping, cooking, and managing cravings.

Kathleen Nadeau, founder of the Chesapeake Center and an expert on ADHD, dives into the complexities of diagnosing ADHD in older adults. She discusses the distinctions between ADHD and cognitive decline, emphasizing the importance of tailored treatment strategies. Nadeau highlights how hormonal changes during menopause can exacerbate symptoms and stresses the need for comprehensive assessments for proper diagnosis. Personal stories and research underscore the critical role of social connections and non-medical interventions in improving cognitive health for this often-overlooked demographic.

A comprehensive Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) provides the starting point for constructive behavior change at school. Learn how to design and implement an effective PBSP for your child with ADHD from Rachel Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D.

In this podcast, Marydee Sklar discusses strategies for helping preteens with ADHD navigate middle school. Topics include creating a predictable and organized environment, collecting data for time management, using a dry erase board for accountability, and allowing children to fail and learn. The podcast also promotes future content and resources for parents of middle and high school students with ADHD.

Nicole M. Brown, M.D., discusses the role adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) play in ADHD symptoms and diagnosis, and why the definition must be expanded to include racial discrimination and other traumas uniquely experienced by children of color.