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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Dec 11, 2023 • 41min
Writing with ADHD: How to get started and stay consistent with Katy Forde
Katy Forde is an accomplished Australian playwright, director, and author, recognized for her award-winning work in musical theatre. In a candid discussion, she shares her journey of navigating writing with ADHD, detailing daily rituals that promote consistency. Katy tackles the shift from hobbyist to professional, overcoming imposter syndrome, and emphasizes the importance of community among ADHD creatives. She also describes innovative strategies like the 'captain's log' to manage tasks, offering invaluable insights for aspiring writers.
Dec 4, 2023 • 33min
ADHD Research Recap: Emotional challenges, late diagnosis, and internet addiction
Topics discussed include emotional dysregulation as a core symptom of adult ADHD, experiences of female students with ADHD, late diagnosis and the emotional impact, the creation of the ADHD Academy, and the relationship between ADHD and internet addiction.
Nov 27, 2023 • 30min
ADHD-friendly working and the power of asking questions with ADHD coach Karen
Skye and Sarah are joined by Unconventional Organisation Head Coach Karen to talk diagnosis, ADHD-friendly workspaces, dopamine activities and the importance of asking questions. Karen has worked in the community, disability and neurodivergent sectors for over 20 years. After an ADHD diagnosis in her mid-forties, she focused her attention in this area, helping others embrace their unique strengths and utilise research-based strategies to navigate a world not always suited to the ADHD brain.The ADHD AcademyUnconventional OrganisationP.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.
Nov 20, 2023 • 35min
ADHD Research Insights: Dyslexia, dyscalculia and subclinical symptoms
Join Sarah and Skye as they explore the potential links between ADHD and dyslexia, dyscalculia and other neurodivergence. The pair also discuss the individual differences in ADHD traits and how they present across the wider population. Could ADHD symptoms be a bell curve? Tune in to find out.The ADHD AcademyUnconventional OrganisationComorbidity and causality among ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia.Neurocognitive Profile in Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Dyslexia. Mechanisms of cognitive disinhibition explain individual differences in adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder traits. 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.
Nov 13, 2023 • 42min
Lindsay Guentzel: On ADHD, rejection sensitivity and burnout
Lindsay Guentzel, award-winning journalist, talks about her experiences with ADHD, rejection sensitivity, burnout, and executive dysfunction. She shares strategies to overcome these challenges and discusses the impact of ADHD on work life, boundaries, and relationships. The podcast also explores advice for young people interested in journalism, navigating neurotypical expectations, and finding support and understanding with ADHD.
Nov 6, 2023 • 42min
ADHD Research Recap: Exploring the Genetics of ADHD
Researchers discuss the role of microRNAs in ADHD and a meta-analysis of ADHD genetics. They explore the methodology, small sample size, and limitations of the studies. The podcast also touches on the influence of medical training on ADHD diagnosis and the concept of epigenetics in gene expression.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 41min
Eric Tivers: How to build a strategy-based life with ADHD
Eric Tivers, licensed clinical social worker and ADHD coach, shares his expertise on building a strategy-based life with ADHD. Topics discussed include personal ADHD journeys, struggles with math, starting a support group, planning and organizing tasks, acceptance and challenges, and finding balance in life.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 26min
ADHD Research Recap: Emotional dysregulation, white matter and working from home
This podcast explores the long-lasting impact of working from home during COVID-19 on ADHD individuals. They discuss emotional dysregulation, its association with ADHD, and factors contributing to it. The podcast also delves into white matter alterations in the ADHD brain, highlighting the significance of white matter and the potential for personalized treatments in the future.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 45min
ADHD burnout, balance and realistic expectations with Rosie Turner
In this engaging discussion, ADHD wellness coach Rosie Turner, who also hosts the ADHD Untangled podcast, shares her insights on managing ADHD in daily life. Rosie emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and breaks down the stigma surrounding ADHD. They explore the significance of movement, such as yoga, in fostering well-being and resilience. Additionally, Rosie highlights practical strategies for tackling overwhelming tasks, reframing challenges into strengths, and building supportive communities to navigate ADHD effectively.
Oct 9, 2023 • 27min
ADHD insights: COVID-19 pandemic, sleep patterns
Explore the impact of COVID-19 on ADHD symptoms and behaviors in adults. Discover challenges in task transition and medication use during the pandemic. Learn about the association between ADHD, chronotype, and circadian preference in college students. Discuss the relationship between sleep patterns and ADHD subtypes. Emphasize the importance of understanding sleep patterns for enhanced productivity.
