All Things ADHD

Financial therapist and licensed marriage and family therapist Christine Hargrove explores the complex relationship between ADHD, money, emotions, and relationships. She discusses why managing money is often more challenging for people with ADHD, the role of executive functioning in financial decision-making, and how emotional factors such as shame, avoidance, impulsivity, and financial trauma can...

In this episode of All Things ADHD, Anil Chacko, PhD, associate professor of psychology at NYU Steinhardt, discusses the ways ADHD affects fatherhood and family life. He explores the prevalence of ADHD in adult men, the strong genetic link between parent and child ADHD, and how ADHD symptoms can affect parenting, relationships, work, and overall wellbeing. He also examines common co-occurring cond...

What if succeeding at work with ADHD isn’t about trying harder or becoming more organized, but about understanding how your brain actually works? In this episode of All Things ADHD, workplace strategist and author Larry Worth explores why adults with ADHD may experience burnout, overwhelm, rejection sensitivity, and communication challenges at their jobs—even when they are intelligent, capable, an...

In this episode, we are joined by developmental pediatrician Mark Bertin and meditation teacher Mark Coleman to explore how time in nature can support focus, calm, and emotional regulation for people with ADHD. They discuss why outdoor environments naturally engage the ADHD brain, how sensory experiences like sound, movement, and light help regulate attention, and what research tells us about the...

In this episode, Jane Indergaard, DNP, RN, explores the growing recognition and understanding of ADHD in women. Historically, ADHD has gone unrecognized in girls and women, many of whom were misdiagnosed with other conditions, often leading to years of confusion, self-doubt, and unnecessary struggle. This conversation highlights how increased awareness is helping women finally connect the dots lat...

In this episode of All Things ADHD, Jeremy Didier, an ADHD coach and past CHADD president, discusses ADHD in the workplace, exploring early signs of its effects on productivity, the importance of diagnosis and treatment, and the potential challenges to job performance and career advancement. She describes the benefits of structure and support, the concept of masking, and the nuances of disclosing...

In this episode of All Things ADHD, Larry A. Jones, a retired pediatrician, ADHD coach, and parent of children with ADHD, explores who protects students with ADHD when federal education policy feels uncertain. He explains that key disability protections remain enforceable including IDEA, ADA, and 504 plans—while noting that staffing shifts within federal oversight offices may slow complaint resolu...

Hormones play a powerful—and often overlooked—role in how ADHD shows up across a woman’s lifespan. In this episode of All Things ADHD, Dara Abraham, DO, a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult ADHD, unpacks how hormonal shifts from puberty through perimenopause and menopause can affect focus, mood, energy, and medication response. Dr. Abraham explains the interplay between estrogen, p...

In this episode of All Things ADHD, we sit down with Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells, a board- certified pediatrician, to unpack the complexities of medication treatment. She explains the importance of early and accurate diagnosis, the differences between stimulant and non-stimulant medications, and why a comprehensive evaluation is essential. She describes how to monitor effectiveness and side effe...

En este episodio seguimos con nuestra colaboración con El Futuro y compartimos las historias de Yudith y Sairy. Las dos mamás hablan de su experiencia criando a hijos con TDAH, respondiendo preguntas sobre cómo se sintieron, cómo enfrentaron las dificultades y lo que han aprendido sobre el diagnóstico y la manera en que su hijo lo vive. Sus historias reflejan determinación, valentía y esperanza en...

En este primer episodio de nuestra serie especial en colaboración con El Futuro, escuchamos a Mayra y Shirley, dos mamás que están criando a hijos con TDAH. Cada una cuenta su experiencia, cómo se sintieron al recibir el diagnóstico y qué hicieron para apoyar a su hijo. También comparten lo que han aprendido y cómo ha cambiado su manera de ver las cosas con el tiempo. Sus historias muestran la fue...

In this episode of All Things ADHD, psychologist Ari Tuckman joins us to explore how ADHD shows up in the workplace—and how you can thrive and be productive amid all its challenges. He shares practical strategies grounded in self-awareness and simplicity, including how to address time management, task initiation, emotional regulation, disclosure, and requests for accommodations. He offers insights...

En este episodio, contamos nuevamente con la terapeuta Kathy Argueta. En esta segunda parte, hablamos sobre estrategias prácticas para manejar el TDAH y el TOD en niños, con un enfoque en prácticas culturalmente relevantes para familias latinas. Los temas incluyen cómo equilibrar la crianza tradicional con terapias modernas, fomentar una comunicación abierta, crear un ambiente de apoyo en el hogar...

En este episodio, exploramos los desafíos y fortalezas únicos dentro de la comunidad latina al apoyar a niños de 2 a 12 años con TDAH (Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad) y Trastorno Oposicional Desafiante (TOD). Nuestra terapeuta invitada, Kathy Argueta, destaca cómo valores culturales como los fuertes lazos familiares, el apoyo comunitario y las creencias espirituales pueden dese...

In this episode of ADHD 365, educational consultant Judy Bass delves into the unique challenges faced by high school and college students with executive function difficulties, particularly those with ADHD. Bass, an internationally recognized expert in college planning and preparation for students who learn differently, shares valuable insights on how these students can overcome common obstacles su...

In this episode of ADHD 365, neuropsychologist Brandy Callahan discusses the relationship between ADHD and brain health, especially as individuals age. An expert in cognitive aging and brain health, Dr. Callahan, explains how over time, ADHD can have an impact on memory, executive function, and overall cognitive abilities. She highlights the importance of managing stress, sleep, and vascular healt...

The transition from high school to college is a significant challenge for any student, but for those with ADHD and other learning disabilities, the shift can be even more daunting. In this episode of ADHD 365, we spoke with Elizabeth Hamblet, a learning disabilities consultant with over two decades of experience, about how students who learn differently can successfully navigate the college enviro...

It is becoming increasingly common for college students to misuse prescription stimulants meant to treat ADHD. What factors drive this misuse, and how can it be addressed? In this episode, Dr. Kevin Antshel, a licensed psychologist and professor of psychology at Syracuse University, discusses the primary motivations behind stimulant misuse. He identifies high-risk groups and discusses the awarenes...

En este episodio de Todas las cosas TDAH podcast titulado “Qué le pasa a los padres cuando escuchan que sus hijos tienen TDAH?”. Los presentadores Tamara Schlez y Miguelina Suero de la organización El Futuro hablan sobre cómo se sienten los padres cuando descubren que su hijo tiene TDAH. Comparten historias personales y hablan sobre el torbellino de emociones que los padres experimentan cuando rec...

Like many adults with ADHD, you may struggle with symptoms that create barriers to eating a healthy diet. Do you turn to convenience foods, especially when you’re busy? Are you bothered by stress eating, chaotic food shopping, or kitchen disorganization? The good news is that you CAN take charge of meal planning!  Our guest in this episode is Kim Arrey, a registered dietitian nutritionist. She off...

How can cultivating a meditation practice help people with ADHD to manage symptoms and improve their quality of life?   Our guest for this episode is Adam Coutts, a meditation teacher who discovered that he had ADHD as an adult. He explains mindfulness and meditation practices and describes their benefits for individuals with ADHD. He also talks about how to ease into a meditation practice and dev...

Adults with ADHD often experience difficulties with navigating post-retirement life without the structure and the support offered by their workplace. Many find estate planning especially challenging.   In this episode, Rick Webster, the founder and CEO of Rena-Fi, shares his expertise on how you can organize and manage your wealth-building journey and retirement life. He outlines ways to avoid the...

While most of the available information about ADHD deals with how it affects children and teenagers, we know it is a lifelong condition. How does ADHD affect people who are age fifty and older? Why are diagnoses increasing in this age group? What special challenges do they face, and how can they improve their daily lives? Our guest for this episode is psychologist Kathleen Nadeau, founder of the C...

What is cognitive disengagement syndrome, formerly known as sluggish cognitive tempo? How does being “internally distracted” affect a person’s daily life and activities? How is CDS identified in children and adolescents, and can it be treated? In this episode, Stephen Becker, PhD, and Joseph Fredrick, PhD, describe CDS and contrast its key differences from the difficulties typically seen in ADHD....

Many people between the ages of 35 and 54 care for both children and aging parents. This double load of caregiving responsibilities may cause them to neglect self-care, which can take a toll on their relationships and physical and mental health. In this episode, Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, PhD, a published author and licensed mental health counselor who has been in practice for over 20 years, discus...