ADHD Experts Podcast

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.

Learn about recognizing symptoms of depression in teens, differentiating it from typical sadness, rates of co-occurring ADHD and mood disorders, treating depression and ADHD simultaneously, exploring the relationship between depression and bipolar disorder, identifying early symptoms of bipolar disorder in teens, and strategies for encouraging communication and openness with children.

Sharon Saline, a psychologist specializing in ADHD and rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), discusses how RSD manifests and strategies for managing emotional sensitivity. Topics covered include the coexistence of ADHD, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders, managing sensitivities in real time, and strategies for having a conversation with a spouse who experiences RSD.

Learn strategies to help children with ADHD become more organized and focused for learning, even when caregivers also have ADHD. Explore the challenges of motivating children with ADHD, supporting them through positive communication and open-ended conversations. Discover ways to build self-confidence and address the biggest pain points in ADHD households. Understand the use of rewards and positive affirmations, while establishing consistent routines and supporting college students with executive function challenges.

Evelyn Polk Green, expert on challenges around ADHD care in communities of color, discusses barriers to health equity, diagnosis, and treatment. Topics include stigma, myths, cultural mistrust, shortage of clinicians, personal experiences, advocacy, starting a chapter, barriers in diagnosis and treatment, influencers, community support, resources, strategies for grandparents, and efforts to educate the black church.

Dr. Charlotte Cecil discusses early research on ADHD and epigenetics, exploring the complex relationship between genetics, environment, and ADHD development. The podcast covers DNA methylation, epigenetic changes influenced by environmental factors, epigenetics in oncology, and potential applications in ADHD detection and treatment. Challenges in studying epigenetics in ADHD are addressed, along with the implications for adopted children and the associations with comorbid conditions. The episode ends with a call to engage with ADHD community resources and support.

Learn the myths and facts about ADHD in education, the impact of teachers on students with ADHD, strategies for managing time effectively, benefits of fidget tools, ways to promote ADHD awareness among educators, and resources for supporting the ADHD community.