ADHD Experts Podcast

J.J. Sandra Kooij, an expert in seasonal affective disorder and ADHD, discusses the relationship between SAD and ADHD, the impact of genetic factors and light exposure on sleep patterns, and the connection between SAD and screen addiction. The podcast also explores the effects of SAD on teenagers and women with ADHD, potential treatments like light therapy and melatonin, and the connection between ADHD and restless leg syndrome. Overall, it provides valuable insights into how SAD uniquely affects people with ADHD and offers possible solutions.

Explore the science of hope and its power to achieve goals and regulate emotions. Hear personal experiences from high-trauma areas and the transformative encounter with a determined young man named David. Discover how nurturing hope in parent-child relationships brings improvements in pain tolerance and treatment outcomes. Learn about the relationship between hope and goal setting, and the importance of setting specific goals to enhance hope. Find out the significance of therapy and goal attainment in achieving therapeutic success.

Learn how to recognize your strengths and create customized strategies for your ADHD brain. Explore strategies for improving focus, productivity, and reliability. Discover how to connect to values and intentions as an ADHD student. Find personalized strategies for boosting confidence and calming nerves.

Jeanette Wasserstein, Ph.D., discusses the impact of estrogen on cognition and ADHD symptoms throughout life. Covers the influence of hormonal fluctuations, specifically estrogen, on symptoms during the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and menopause. Explores the relationship between hormone replacement, hormone ratios, and ADHD symptoms in women. Examines the impacts of hormone fluctuations on comorbid diagnoses and discusses treatment options. Explores the concept of phyto hormones and the need for more research on the role of sex hormones. Shares survey results and suggests finding GYN practitioners knowledgeable about hormone replacement. Emphasizes the importance of further research and upcoming webinars on hormonal fluctuations and ADHD in women's health.

The podcast explores preventing burnout in women with ADHD, covering topics such as managing responsibilities, valuing personal worth, staying focused, ADHD traits, self-care, hormones, and gratitude.

Exploring cognitive disengagement syndrome (CDS) and its symptoms, the impact of CDS on academics and social engagement, interventions and school accommodations, the lack of knowledge about CDS in adulthood, and the importance of nutrition and lifestyle factors in attention and motivation.

Parenting strategies for neurodivergent children are discussed, focusing on the importance of warmth and limit-setting. Strategies for understanding and parenting neurodivergent children are explored, including labeling and validating feelings. Challenges of parenting and the importance of self-care are addressed. Strategies for parental consistency are provided, along with access to webinar resources.

James Morton, Ph.D., discusses research on the gut-brain axis and the development of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They explore the link between imbalances in the gut microbiota and ASD, analyze the gut microbiome during early childhood development, and discuss the challenges of educating therapists and parents on the gut-brain connection. They also examine the impact of stresses and disparities on the gut-brain connection, explore future research possibilities, and alternatives to fecal transplants for treating digestive disorders.

ADHD expert, Dr. Ari Tuckman, discusses strategies to externalize executive functions such as time, memory, and motivation. He emphasizes the importance of using external tools and creating a conducive work environment. Other topics include managing distractions, using artificial consequences, finding enjoyment in goal achievement, managing emotions, and setting up an effective study space.

Caroline Maguire, neurodivergent adult expert, discusses challenges faced by adults with ADHD in forming and maintaining friendships, including people-pleasing behaviors and fostering authenticity. She emphasizes the role of shared interests in building trust, managing ADHD challenges effectively, and navigating toxic friendships and the fear of rejection. Maguire provides insights into identifying red flags in potential friendships and offers strategies for fostering and staying connected with friends.