

The ADHD Skills Lab
Skye Waterson
Navigate each day in an ADHD-friendly way – with research-backed strategies, real-life experiences and expert advice. Each week, UO founder Skye Waterson chats with expert guests, reviews the latest ADHD research, takes your questions and offers practical support to help you move past whatever may be holding you back. Skye Waterson is a former academic turned coach, podcast host, and founder of an international ADHD support service, Unconventional Organisation. After getting a surprise ADHD diagnosis in the first year of her PhD, Skye turned her struggles into research-based strategies. She researched and wrote over 50 articles with a combined readership of 250,000+ and then began her next phase of disseminating these strategies around the world. After being invited to share her strategies with the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) in 2022, Skye has supported late-diagnosed healthcare professionals, professors, lawyers, reporters, fortune 500 directors, and entrepreneurs. She crafted her vision for Unconventional Organisation after realizing how few personalized ADHD strategies were available for adults following her diagnosis.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 40min
How Building an App led to an ADHD Diagnosis- with Eugene Yao
Hello, and welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab!This week, I'm thrilled to share a conversation Skye had with Eugene Yao, the innovative mind behind Forget.work, a browser application designed to enhance time management and support working memory. (Producer Note: I'm currently using it as I draft this, and it's an amazing visual on-screen timer!)Eugene opens up about his journey to an ADHD diagnosis, sparked by the challenges and revelations encountered while building his app. Join us as we delve into the habits and practices he has adopted to navigate life as an entrepreneur with ADHD.Thanks for being here!Sarah (Podcast Producer)ADHD Skills Discussed:The benefits of a meditation and workout practice on sustained focus and energyThe role and toll of emotional self-regulation on day to day lifeHow slow growth leads to sustained rewards P.S. If you feel like the bottleneck in your business and life feels like chaos, click here to apply for a call with me. We’ll discuss your struggles and explore systems to support you in growing without the overwhelm.

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Feb 12, 2024 • 36min
Research Recap: AI's Diagnostic Revolution & Hyperfocus
Dive into the fascinating world of ADHD as the discussion explores the dual challenges of distraction and hyperfocus. Learn how machine learning is revolutionizing ADHD diagnostics, offering hope for earlier detection and tailored treatments. Personal stories from the ADHD Academy enrich the conversation, highlighting unique perspectives on coping strategies. Discover AI's potential to optimize treatment by predicting individual responses to medications, paving the way for more effective, personalized care.

Feb 5, 2024 • 43min
Is ADHD a disorder? Interview with Simon Mundie
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. If you feel like the bottleneck in your business and life feels like chaos, click here to apply for a call with me. We’ll discuss your struggles and explore systems to support you in growing without the overwhelm.

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Jan 29, 2024 • 30min
Research Recap: Achievement goals aren't the answer for ADHD and what to do instead
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.

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Jan 22, 2024 • 32min
Not Your Neurotypical Yoga! With ADHD Academy Member Whitney Spettel
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. If you feel like the bottleneck in your business and life feels like chaos, click here to apply for a call with me. We’ll discuss your struggles and explore systems to support you in growing without the overwhelm.

Jan 15, 2024 • 33min
ADHD Research Recap: Does masking mean ADHD looks different in adulthood?
Delve into the connection between ADHD and autism, exploring executive function deficits that challenge real-world functioning. Discover how ADHD manifests differently from childhood to adulthood, including the risks of symptom masking and its links to depression. The conversation also tackles the nuances of diagnosis and the importance of understanding the cognitive profiles of adults with ADHD. Plus, critical analysis of research methodologies emphasizes the need for ongoing exploration in this complex field.

Jan 8, 2024 • 36min
ADHD expert interview: Kristen Carder on emotional intelligence, self-regulation and business ownership
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. If you feel like the bottleneck in your business and life feels like chaos, click here to apply for a call with me. We’ll discuss your struggles and explore systems to support you in growing without the overwhelm.

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Jan 1, 2024 • 27min
ADHD Research Recap: Is ADHD related to trauma in childhood?
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.

Dec 25, 2023 • 35min
Learn talking strategies with an ADHD couple
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.

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Dec 18, 2023 • 34min
ADHD Insights: How to manage your thoughts and self-regulate
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.