ADHD Experts Podcast

Dr. Jessica Eccles surveys the growing body of research that points to an association between neurodivergence, joint hypermobility, chronic pain, and anxiety. Learn why certain physical symptoms are more common in people with ADHD and autism, and about treatment options. Joint Hypermobility, Pain, & Neurodivergence: Additional Resources Read: ADHD at the Center: A Whole-Life, Whole-Person Conditio...

Diane Miller, Psy. D., M.Ed., explores the compounded impact of rejection sensitivity and double-masking (the survival strategy of suppressing both ADHD symptoms and aspects of cultural identity to avoid judgment or rejection) for Black women with ADHD. RSD and ADHD in Black Women: Additional Resources Free Download: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Read: New Insights Into Rejection Sen...

Paul Mitrani, M.D., Ph. D., discusses the impact of hormones on emotions and mental health during adolescence, explains how puberty affects boys and girls differently, and shares strategies to maintain strong parent-teen relationships. Puberty and Mental Health: Additional Resources Free Download: How Hormones Impact ADHD Symptoms in Women and Girls Read: Boys vs. Girls: How Puberty Affects ADHD S...

Amy Marlow-MaCoy, LPC, discusses the kinds of messages children internalize in emotionally unsupportive environments and the long-term impacts, signs of emotionally immature and narcissistic parenting, and shares self-care practices to begin healing. Healing from Your Past: Additional Resources Read: Are You a Toxic Parent? Read: Why Won't My Parents Accept My ADHD Diagnosis? Read: How to Set Boun...

Amy Marschall, Psy. D., discusses why autistic people mask, and how this leads to stress and burnout; how to identify warning signs of burnout (and how this differs from depression and other mental health issues); and shares strategies to prevent or recover from burnout. AuDHD: Additional Resources Take This Self-Test: Autism in Women Read: AuDHD — An Overview Read: "A Living Contradiction": The A...

Listen to a recording of a real-time Q&A session held on 4/25/25. Sharon Saline, Psy. D., responds live to questions from adults living with ADHD and parents raising neurodivergent children. Life with ADHD: Additional Resources Sign Up! Free ADHD Parenting Class Download: The ADHD Healthy Habits Handbook eBook for Adults: The Adult's Guide to Stronger Executive Functions eBook for Parents: The ADH...

Mary J. Goodwin-Oquendo, Esq., discusses how the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education (DoE) may impact students with ADHD and learning disabilities who receive special education services and accommodations through IEPs and 504 Plans. ADHD Accommodations and Educational Rights: Additional Resources Free Download: Your Child's Legal Rights at School Read: "Is My Child's IEP in Danger?" Re...

Learn why behavioral parent training (BPT) is recommended as a first-line treatment for young children with ADHD, and how it can improve the parent-child relationship and promote calm in the household, from Nicole Schatz, Ph. D. ADHD Parent Training: Additional Resources Sign Up: Parenting Class for ADHD Families Read: Train the Parent, Help the Child Read: How Behavioral Therapy Targets Executive...

Stephanie Sarkis, Ph. D., shares the latest research findings about non-medication approaches to ADHD management and helps listeners separate science from hype when assessing the many alternative interventions marketed for ADHD. Managing ADHD: Additional Resources Free Download: Scorecard of ADHD Treatments Sign Up for This Guided Course! The Adult's Guide to Treating ADHD Read: ADHD Medication Ov...

Thomas E. Brown, Ph. D., discusses a form of social anxiety common in teens and young adults with ADHD — a fear of being embarrassed in social situations, or anxiety about how others may perceive them. Learn how to recognize and support teens who harbor such fears. Social Anxiety: Additional Resources Free Download: Social Anxiety Facts and Falsehoods Self-Test: Social Anxiety Test for Teens Read:...

Listen to a recording of a real-time Q&A session held on 3/28/25. Sharon Saline, Psy. D., responds live to questions from adults living with ADHD and parents raising neurodivergent children. Life with ADHD: Additional Resources Sign Up! Free ADHD Parenting Class Download: The ADHD Healthy Habits Handbook eBook for Adults: The Adult's Guide to Stronger Executive Functions eBook for Parents: The ADH...

Nicole DeMasi Malcher, MS, RD, CDCES delves into the connection between ADHD and disordered eating. Learn why traditional diets often fail — and why intuitive eating may work — and come away with practical strategies for ADHD-friendly eating habits. ADHD and Nutrition: Additional Resources Free Download: Health & Fitness — Lifestyle Changes for Adults with ADHD Self-Test: Eating Disorders in Adult...

Children with ADHD face more trauma and attacks on self-esteem than their neurotypical peers. Susan Bauerfeld, Ph. D., explains why, and introduces a type of therapy that's especially helpful to people who experience trauma: Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. ADHD and Trauma: Additional Resources How Trauma and Chronic Stress Affect Developing Brains Does Trauma Cause ADHD? And Vice Versa? Adv...

Christina Danko, Ph. D., discusses why parenting can be more challenging when parents have ADHD and shares neurodivergent-specific parenting skills — including the specific strategies that mothers vs. fathers with ADHD have reported as being the most helpful. Parenting with ADHD: Additional Resources 19 Authoritative Parenting Tips for Raising Neurodivergent Children A Survival Guide for Parents w...

Five experts — Lotta Borg Skoglund, M.D., Ph. D.; Ellen Littman, Ph. D.; Andrea Chronis-Tuscano, Ph. D.; Diane Miller, Psy. D., M.Ed.; and Maggie Sibley, Ph. D. — discuss ADHD in women, including different symptom presentation, stigma, barriers to treatment, the impact of hormones, and much more. ADHD in Women: Essential Resources Free Newsletter: Essential Support for Women with ADHD Read: We Dem...

Join James Kustow, BMBS, MRCPsych, to learn about the emerging research that may explain ADHD's unexpected associations with inflammatory conditions like allergy and autoimmunity — and a surprisingly strong link with hypermobility syndrome. ADHD and Physical Health: More Resources Read: How ADHD Can Intensify Physical Health Conditions Free Download: Lifestyle Changes for Adults with ADHD Read: Ch...

Caffeine is almost universally seen as an antidote to memory, fatigue, and focus problems, but may affect heart rate and sleep. Sarah Cheyette, M.D., discusses research on caffeine and ADHD, and the risks and benefits of consuming this natural stimulant. ADHD and Caffeine: More Resources Read: 10 Supplements and Vitamins for Brain Health Read: The Truth About Lion's Mane, Psychedelics & Caffeine R...

Sharon Saline, Psy. D., helps parents understand the biopsychology of adolescent development and use practical, strength-based approaches that foster cooperation with resistant, oppositional tweens & teens and help them develop self-esteem and resilience. Teens with ADHD: More Resources Free Download: Transform Your Teen's Apathy Into Engagement Self-Test: Could Your Child Have Oppositional Defian...

Some teens, particularly those with ADHD who have experienced persistent academic stress, may benefit from taking a gap year after high school. Carolyn K. Jeppsen goes over the different options, and benefits and drawbacks to weigh as you make your decision. Gap Years & Neurodivergent Students: More Resources Download: How to Get ADHD Accommodations in College Read: Is College Right for My Teen wi...

Sleep problems frequently co-occur with ADHD. J.J. Sandra Kooij, M.D., Ph. D., explains what we know about how sleep loss impairs concentration, memory, mood stability, and the immune system, and about effective treatments for sleep disorders. ADHD and Sleep: More Resources Take ADDitude's Sleep Survey! additu.de/zzz Download: Sleep Disorders Linked to ADHD Self-Test: Could You Have Delayed Sleep...

Diann Wingert discusses why people with ADHD and autism make good entrepreneurs (risk tolerance, creativity, and more), the unique challenges neurodivergent female business owners face—and how to harness your strengths to overcome these challenges. Women in Business with ADHD: More Resources Download: Need Help Finding Your Passion? Use This ADHD "Brain Blueprint" Read: Entrepreneurship and ADHD —...

Jeffrey Bernstein, Ph. D., shares a program to help caregivers reduce conflict and eliminate disruptive behaviors in children and teens. Understand the underlying causes of oppositional defiance and learn practical tools to restore peace and connection. Defusing Defiance in Children with ADHD: More Resources Download: 10 Rules for Parents of Defiant Kids with ADHD Sign Up: The ADHD Parenting Class...

Timothy E. Wilens, M.D., explains what caregivers need to know about delayed brain development and risky behavior in teens with ADHD. This special episode is a sneak preview from the Spring 2025 issue of ADDitude magazine. To listen to the full issue — and receive it hot off the presses — subscribe now at additudemag.com/subscribe . ADHD in Teens: More Resources Teens with ADHD Need Scaffolds and...

Linda Roggli explains why ADHD brains have a harder time cementing new habits, how to start with a small goal, build new habits into existing routines, and use reminders to get habits to stick — and why it's important to celebrate every step. Small Wins and Building Habits: More Resources Download: Lifestyle Changes for Adults with ADHD Read: 7 Habits That Bring Calm and Stability Read: ADHD Tips...

If you're a mom with ADHD, and you feel overwhelmed by the daily chaos of getting kids off to school, managing clutter, planning meals, and more, join Terry Matlen for explanations, inspiration, and plenty of practical strategies. Motherhood & ADHD: More Resources Download: Parenting Guide for Caregivers with ADHD Read: 13 Survival Strategies for Moms with ADHD Read: "Today, We Will Give Ourselves...