Hacking Your ADHD

Special education teacher Aggie seeks advice on staying calm and composed when already late. Strategies for managing lateness with ADHD, self-compassion, stress management, and time organization are discussed in the episode.

Join the conversation with Jamie Cutino, an occupational therapist, ADHD coach, and TEDx speaker, as she shares insights on using occupational therapy for ADHD management, coping with sensory issues, and providing actionable advice. Discover how occupational therapy can improve executive functioning, task initiation, and completion. Learn about the importance of diverse strategies in managing ADHD challenges and explore tips for enhancing daily life with ADHD.

Dr. Olivardia discusses sleep challenges in ADHD & shares tips for better sleep. Strategies like bedtime routines, relaxation techniques, and unique approaches are explored. The impact of smartphone use on sleep & mixed research on melatonin for ADHD are discussed. Emphasis on establishing healthy sleep habits.

Explore the intertwined nature of ADHD and autism, challenges of living with dual diagnoses, concepts of monotropism and neurodivergence, navigating identity exploration, practical strategies for individuals with ADHD and autism, and redefining misconceptions in pop culture.

Exploring the root cause of ADHD, the podcast discusses the debate between genetics and trauma. It clarifies that ADHD is a genetic condition, but trauma can worsen symptoms. The overlap in symptoms between ADHD and trauma can complicate diagnosis and management. The podcast also explores the interplay of genetics, trauma, and rising ADHD diagnoses post-pandemic.

This podcast episode explores the complex reality of managing ADHD, emphasizing the importance of personalized strategies and routines. Tips include embracing small changes, focusing on key strategies like getting enough sleep, and being adaptable. The episode discusses efficient time management, navigating ADHD challenges, and the need for a holistic approach to ADHD management.

Filmmaker and ADHD advocate Saman Kesh discusses accepting ADHD identity, therapy techniques like CBT and EMDR, and the importance of recognizing and managing ADHD. Topics include navigating ADHD challenges, achieving clarity in activities, and self-help strategies for supporting ADHD brains.

Iranian-American filmmaker Saman Kesh discusses his recent ketamine treatment, its effectiveness for mental health disorders like depression and anxiety, and the importance of medical supervision. They also explore embracing distractions and organized chaos for individuals with ADHD, the link between the gut microbiome and the brain, and unlocking the brain's potential through self-compassion.

This week's guest is Ying Deng, known as ADHD Asian Girl, who discusses the benefits of mindfulness meditation for ADHD individuals. They explore the practice of paying attention to the present moment, the effects of mindfulness on reducing symptoms, improving emotional functioning and executive functioning, and strategies for incorporating meditation into daily life. The conversation also covers redirecting thoughts, cultivating compassion, building meditation habits for ADHD, and concludes with top tips for practicing mindfulness.

In this episode, Skye Rapson, Founder of Unconventional Organization, introduces the Planning Funnel, which helps break down goals into manageable steps. They discuss the importance of goals and planning for individuals with ADHD, strategies to prioritize tasks and address failures, and the significance of scientific research in managing ADHD. The hosts emphasize the need to set realistic expectations, break down goals into subtasks, and be mindful of self-criticism.