The ADHD Manual Podcast

Hello my beloveds. I'm here to let you know that The ADHD Manual Podcast is going on hiatus.  I have simply too many ideas that I want to develop, so the pod is taking a break while I work on breathing new life into TAM. I will be back with public updates on November 16th at the latest!  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twi...

Today I'm here with something different: a listener interviews me about time blindness/time perception differences in ADHD and how loved ones can support ADHDers struggling with it. Thank you for joining me Laura! If you want to come on the pod with me and discuss an ADHD topic of your choice, please email me! theadhdmanual@gmail.com Uncut audio is on Patreon , and for a full list of sources...

TW: medical trauma, gaslighting, death/mortality  Six years ago this week, I almost died. And for some reason, that still bothers me?? So today I spend some time unpacking how trauma recovery might look for the neurospicy.  More information on the symptoms of pulmonary embolism & blood clots  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and...

Today I give a few tips to address some of the challenges ADHDers might face when it comes to fueling their meat machines.  Follow these nutritionists on Insta for more ADHD-friendly anti-diet nutrition tips:  @ adhd.nutritionist   @ adhd.dietitian   Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmai...

Today I answer a question about how to ease transitions for yourself and/or your neurodivergent children.  For time, I ended up cutting a section in which I talk more about how task switching involves every executive function. If that interests you, check out the full episode on Patreon . Here's everything else I've written and recorded on executive functions .  Check out this article on...

As Pride Month comes to an end, queer neurodivergents might be wishing they could have participated more. Here's how I know you did more than enough. "Wild Geese" is from Dream Work (1986) by Mary Oliver. Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

Today I'm joined by Lyric Rivera - the badass behind the Neurodivergent Rebel and best-selling author of Workplace NeuroDiversity Rising . Join us as we frolic in the intersection of queerness and neurodivergence. Follow Lyric on Twitter , Instagram , and Facebook , and support them on Patreon .  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook...

Today Max and I talk about taking a med break, the Adderall shortage, and Pride Plans for the Pod.  If you have thoughts or requests regarding Pride month episodes, shoot me an email theadhdmanual@gmail.com  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

*Warning: vulnerability ahead*  Today I am one loud noise away from a meltdown and so not equipped to record an episode. Which is why I recorded an episode.  You need to know that it's okay to have days when you are stretched to your limits by ordinary things. Be soft with your heart; you are working so much harder than anyone understands. Support the show Extended video episodes available on...

Today Hong joins me to talk about how the Baby Challenge has affected our sex life, and how our neurodiverse relationship has prepared us for tough conversations.  Check out my other podcast Happily Ever Pasture   Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

My gramma's birthday was last week, so I've been thinking about all the little ways she supported me as a neurodivergent kid.  Happy belated birthday, Gramma. I hope there's always music wherever you are.  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

Today I gave Hum a free pass for any ADHD question she hasn't gotten around to asking.  Listen to my interview with Rachel Scanlon here .  Follow Rachel Scanlon on Instagram to see when and where her special comes out.  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

ADHD can disrupt sleep. Disrupted sleep can worsen ADHD symptoms. Worsened ADHD symptoms make it harder to get adequate sleep. Are you familiar with this vicious cycle?  In today's episode (appropriately recorded at 3am), I break down some theories on why ADHD is such a Sleep Bully and what I do about it, with the help of an article by Dr. William Dodson.  You can listen to my new podcast her...

We're back with a recap of our appointment with a new fertility clinic, as well as a discussion and some tips about the national Adderall shortage. If you have ideas on what Hum and I should discuss next, shoot an email to theadhdmanual@gmail.com ! Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@g...

Happy New Year! People often ask us how they can offer support as we're trying to start a family. So we are back with some ideas on how you can help your queer loved ones who are trying to conceive. Current legislation concerning family building equality (via RESOLVE)  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual....

Most things suck! We're tired! Have a holiday! See you next year! Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

Today Hum and I debrief our first clinic appointments, and share what we've learned about ourselves and each other. Video ft. Max is on Patreon Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

Today Hum and I are talking about feeling frozen in the face of a daunting process, and how our different neurotypes and identities might impact our experience. The extended video is on Patreon .  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

We've been lost in the weeds of How to Have a Child Without Declaring Bankruptcy, so we're coming up for air by reminiscing about how we met and fell in love. To view the extended video, check out Patreon . Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

Today I wanted to share what's been going on in the Chau House, and what the pod might look like going forward. The video's up on Patreon Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

Today I'm talking housing accommodations. And by "talking" I mean "giving a Powerpoint presentation" and by "housing accommodations" I mean the quirks of my living space that make my house more ADHD friendly, and some more information on Emotional Support Animals. To behold my Powerpoint in all its glory, check out Patreon .  theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gma...

*RE-RELEASED 9/23* After so many hours, I have finally cleaned up this audio. I used a program that made a clone of my voice and then I overdubbed the parts that were corrupted - so there are some words that sound a little like a weird robot, but there's no more painful static.  Today I'm sharing tips for how ADHDers can ask for accommodations in their personal relationships, and how non...

Today I'm talking accommodations at work - how to ask for them and where you can find resources and support. For unedited video of this episode, check out Patreon .  AskJAN Links (for Employees and Employers): Sample Accommodation Request Letters ADHD Accommodations Executive Dysfunction Accommodations Contact JAN  If you want me to come speak to your workplace about ADHD, email theadhdmanual...

I'm back! Today I'm talking tips for interoception difficulties; i.e., body signals we might miss and what they mean. For an extended video version of this episode, check out Patreon . theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com  Support the show Extended video episodes available on Patreon Follow TAM on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter theadhdmanual.com | theadhdmanual@gmail.com 

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