ADHD Experts Podcast
ADDitude
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.
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.
Episodes
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Sep 5, 2019 • 59min
247- Teaching Executive Functions to Children with ADHD: A Course for Teachers (and Parents)
Most teachers and parents recognize weak executive functions (EF): disorganized projects, incomplete homework, last-minute cramming, forgotten chores. Karen Huberty, M.Ed., & Maureen Bechard, M.S., offer strategies for strengthening EFs.
Sep 5, 2019 • 55min
246- The Exercise Rx for ADHD
Powerful evidence shows that exercise improves not only physical health, but attention, working memory, behavior, mood, and executive functions. John J. Ratey, M.D., explains how to use movement to ease symptoms of ADHD.
Sep 4, 2019 • 59min
245- Find Your Path: A Roadmap for Choosing a College, a Career, or Something Different
Rick Fiery, an expert on post-high school options for teens with ADHD, discusses unconventional paths to success, alternative career opportunities beyond traditional education, navigating higher education options, breaking away from gaming addiction, military careers, and the benefits of taking a gap year for individuals with ADHD.
Sep 3, 2019 • 55min
244- How ADHD Shortens Life Expectancy: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know
ADHD may lead to social, academic, & organizational challenges—but did you know that the disorder's increased health risks may shorten longevity? Russell Barkley, Ph.D., discusses why ADHD is not just a mental health disorder, but a public health disorder.
Aug 27, 2019 • 1h 1min
243- The ADHD-ODD Connection
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a mental health disorder characterized by a well-established pattern of behavior problems. David Anderson, Ph.D., helps parents understand their child’s ODD diagnosis and find effective interventions.
Aug 22, 2019 • 55min
242- ADHD and Substance Use Disorders: How to Recognize and Manage Addiction
Timothy Wilens, M.D., a leading expert in the link between ADHD and substance use disorders, discusses the significant overlap between these conditions. He highlights the prevalence of ADHD in individuals with addiction issues and the importance of early intervention. The conversation dives into stimulant misuse among youths, addressing misconceptions about ADHD medications. Wilens also explores behavioral addictions and offers insights on managing conversations about addiction with adults who have ADHD, advocating for supportive communication strategies.
Aug 22, 2019 • 53min
241- New Supplement Strategies: Using Trace Minerals and Plant Extracts to Treat ADHD
Addressing key nutritional imbalances with an integrative treatment plan has proven effective in treating ADHD, as has using natural, plant-derived compounds called oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs). Learn more from James M. Greenblatt, M.D.
Aug 22, 2019 • 58min
240- How to Communicate and Connect with a Defiant, Explosive Child
How do you connect with a child or teen who doesn’t want to talk with you—and who is defensive or angry? Parenting expert Kirk Martin offers practical strategies for turning explosive situations into opportunities to build trust with your child.
Aug 9, 2019 • 54min
239- Sleep and the ADHD Brain: Why It's Critical and How to Get More
Joel Nigg, a psychiatry professor and ADHD expert, joins Elizabeth Super, a sleep medicine specialist, to delve into the critical link between sleep and ADHD. They discuss how sleep affects cognitive function in individuals with ADHD, particularly in children and teens. The duo explores practical tips for improving sleep hygiene and the implications of melatonin use. They also touch on the connection between sleep apnea and ADHD symptoms, stressing the importance of proper sleep for managing ADHD effectively.
Aug 8, 2019 • 1h
238- Expert Guidelines for Getting an Accurate ADHD Diagnosis
Some professionals insist that an ADHD evaluation requires a full battery of neuropsychological testing, brain imaging, and computerized tests. Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., disagrees. Learn which diagnostic tests are valuable, and which aren’t.
