Hi again, welcome back to the Skills Lab!This week, we're diving deeper with help from our ADHD Academy community, who've enriched our exploration of hyperfocus and AI with their personal insights and thought-provoking questions.In this episode, we explore:Are external distractions or mind wandering bigger hurdles for you?How does this shape your experience of hyperfocus?Could AI be the breakthrough in ADHD diagnostics we've been waiting for?Your curiosity fuels our discussions. Thanks for being here!~Sarah (Podcast Producer)Articles Referenced:01:37 - A d factor? Understanding trait distractibility and its relationships with ADHD symptomatology and hyperfocus.18:08 - Machine learning in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: new approaches toward understanding the neural mechanisms.P.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

Hello, and welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab!This week, I'm excited to bring you an engaging interview with acclaimed journalist and author Simon Mundie. He shares insights from his new book, 'Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself,' which is now available for purchase!Join Skye and Simon as they explore a range of compelling topics, including:The journey from initial diagnosis to understanding and acceptanceADHD as a trait, rather than a disorderHyperfocus as a "flow state" and how to avoid the negative aspectsThanks for being here!~Sarah (Podcast Producer)P.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

Delving into motivation theory for individuals with ADHD, the podcast discusses setting achievable goals and the challenges of time blindness and working memory. They explore the shift from achievement to mastery goals, emphasizing mindfulness in goal-setting and overcoming self-criticism. The importance of internal motivation, achievable steps, and support for personal growth is highlighted.

We’re joined by an ADHD Academy alumnus on this week’s Skills Lab podcast. Certified yoga teacher Whitney Spettel dives into the research-backed benefits of the practice for those with ADHD. She also shares her experience with the ADHD Academy community and the strategies she puts in place to deal with emotional dysregulation.So, if you’re thinking of joining our Academy, want to start practising yoga or need practical strategies to support your ADHD life -- this is the podcast for you!Article Referenced: Yoga, Mindfulness, and Meditation Interventions for Youth with ADHD: Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisP.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

Today is the last week to sign up for the ADHD Academy and attend our 2024 Goal Planning Workshop hosted by Skye!   Set up ADHD-friendly goals for the yearConnect with other adults with ADHD  Learn how to build systems you'll love Ask Skye any questions you haveTo  attend, click this link to join the ADHD Academy. https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-academy This week, we examine the link between executive function deficits in ADHD and Autism, the differences between ADHD identified in childhood versus adulthood, and how best to test the connection between ADHD symptoms and depression. While these latest findings are compelling, they are not without their controversies. So we couldn’t end the discussion without covering causation versus correlation and the issue of methodical limitations in academic papers. Tune in to tackle the big topics in the world of ADHD this week!Articles Referenced:Do ASD and ADHD Have Distinct Executive Function Deficits? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Direct Comparison Studies. Compared Profile of Late-Onset Versus Childhood-Onset ADHD: A Case-Control Study Among Treatment-Seeking Adult Patients. Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and major depressive disorder: evidence from multiple genetically informed designs.P.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

Join the ADHD Academy to see improvements in your daily life with personalized support as part of an ADHD adult community! https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-academy Plus, we have a 15% discount and a limited edition January Goals Journal for everyone who signs up in January.Click here to learn more and looking forward to seeing you there! ADHD is not a buzzword to Kristen Carder. It's her life's work. She’s a top podcast host, an internationally-recognised life coach and an all-round ADHD expert. She joins us on this week’s show to share her most successful emotional self-regulation strategies and discusses the right time to ask for support. Spoiler alert: It’s always before you think you need it.Kristen started studying ADHD and its effect on adults long before it was trending on TikTok. She’s had the privilege of learning directly from the leading psychiatrists and psychologists in the ADHD industry. Hit the play button to hear her expert advice!P.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

This podcast discusses the impact of childhood trauma on ADHD symptoms, the effects of early methylphenidate treatment, and the potential protective effect of an ADHD diagnosis. It explores the relationship between childhood trauma and ADHD symptoms and challenges claims linking ADHD to trauma. The podcast also delves into the use of brain scans to understand ADHD and explores the lived experience of ADHD and how it is often measured incorrectly.

Shoda and Ollie, hosts of the Mindfully ADHD podcast, discuss the power of radical self-acceptance and share how they work together to live an ADHD-friendly life. They also talk about the challenges of transitioning from Dubai to the UK, the impact of ADHD diagnosis, the struggles of maintaining routines and nighttime routines, and the importance of connecting with others and finding resources.

The podcast covers various interesting topics such as the link between ADHD symptoms, avoidant thoughts, and inattention. It also explores the subjective experience of having ADHD and the challenges of emotional regulation in ADHD. Additionally, the podcast discusses a study on genetic risk factors for developing ADHD and autism.

Skye is joined by Australian playwright Katy Forde for an open and honest discussion on the challenges of being a writer with ADHD. Katy explains how her daily rituals help her get started and stay consistent. She also offers practical tips and advice for anyone wishing to take on the often perilous journey of professional writingKaty Forde is a writer, director, author and co-founder of Musical Theatre Australia. In 2019, she received the major Matilda Award for Best New Australian Work for her musical ‘A Girl's Guide to World War’.The ADHD AcademyUnconventional OrganisationP.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.