Attention Talk Radio

We all know physical fitness is great for those with ADHD. Regular exercise has many physical and mental benefits; but what about mental fitness, and what about regular mental exercises? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://didcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Lidia Zylowska about mental fitness in the context of shifting attention, shifting attitude, a...

Does ADHD intersect with intelligence? Can individuals with ADHD have a high IQ? If so, do they face any unique challenges or hold any unusual strengths? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ) discusses these questions with renowned psychologist Dr. Thomas E. Brown. Drawing from years of experience, Dr. Brown shares his insights into working with high...

ADHD is highly correlated with addictive behavior. Many people know they have ADHD. Many people have found a way to get sober. Some realize they have an issue. The trick is how do you go from denying there is a problem to realizing a problem to becoming sober. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD coach Riley Karbon...

What is stigma, and how does it differ from discrimination? How does it manifest, and what role does language play in shaping it? Have you heard of courtesy stigma? More importantly, how can stigma be addressed and overcome? In this compelling episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ) and co-host Dr. Kirsten Milliken talk with Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, renowned profe...

“There are three types of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics.” ~ Benjamin Disraeli. This famous quote highlights the power and potential pitfalls of using statistics to shape arguments. But when it comes to ADHD, it’s critical to understand the numbers. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Russell Ramsay of the Univers...

In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and co-host Dr. Kirsten Milliken sit down with Dr. Joel Young (https://mindmetrix.com; https://rcbm.net), a seasoned psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience studying and treating ADHD. Through his practice, Dr. Young observed a fascinating link between chronic fatigue and muscle or joint pain, often associate...

ADHD is an executive functioning impairment. Self-regulation is a major executive function which requires you to control your attention and your emotions. Meltdowns are intense emotional experiences. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper interviews clinical psychologist and trauma expert Dr. Brandi Walker and a very curious ADHD coach Griffin Rouse. The thre...

In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and ADHD marriage consultant Melissa Orlov (https://adhdmarriage.com) explore the challenges of managing ADHD in relationships. They discuss how ADHD impacts self-regulation which makes it difficult to manage both attention and emotions, two key elements of any healthy relationship. They also look at the conc...

Studies show that teens with ADHD are more likely to receive traffic tickets and be involved in accidents. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Jeff Copper interviews Ann Shanahan and Gayle Sweeney from the Edge Foundation to discuss how they are educating drivers and instructors to help ADHD teens drive safely. They talk about the increased risks that come with ADHD and teen driving and share...

In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) has an interview with an anonymous young woman who has ADHD and faces the challenge of clutter in her relationship. They dive into the complex emotions that come with ADHD and clutter and how clutter can overwhelm loved ones. The guest shares her personal journey of decluttering that helped her gain self-awar...

You have ADHD. Do you struggle? You find systems that don't work, feel shame, and engage in negative self-thought. Are you told that you should accept yourself, that you shouldn't talk negatively about yourself? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coaches Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Nikki Kinzer (https://takecontroladhd.com) talk about Nikki's book, embracing radical accept...

ADHD can be quite different for women than it is for men. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks with ADHD coach and ADDiva Linda Roggli (https://addiva.net/) about how ADHD manifests differently in women. The interview isn't intended to give medical advice, but rather to educate women about hormones, menstrual cycles, birth control, and men...

Got ADHD? Do you forage for information on the Internet? Do you search for insights to make things easier to manage? Most importantly, do you understand the difference between ADHD information and ADHD insights? If you really want things to improve, what should you be looking for? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Master Coach Elai...

ADHD is a neuro-biological condition that is often also defined as an executive functioning impairment. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks with Master Coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (https://impactparents.com) to discuss ADHD from a rather mechanical, engineering perspective. There's an old saying: You can impact change when you understand wh...

Curious about how ADHD Awareness Day, Week, now month got started? Here's an inside look at how it came to be. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Michele Novotni (https://michelenovotni.com) who gives us an inside look at how it came to be.  Michele shares the story of how she and her team at Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)...

Join ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) from Attention Talk Radio as he chats with Rick Green of Rick Has ADHD (https://youtube.com/@RickHasADHD) about the groundbreaking impact of his documentary, ADD & Loving It?! Discover how this influential program has transformed the ADHD landscape over the past 15 years, providing essential information and support to those with ADHD. Learn...

ADHD hasn't changed but technology has. Artificial intelligence is a tool that can learn, make decisions, and be powerful. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coaches Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Roger Dewitt (https://adhdcoachnyc.com/rogers-ai-clone-coach/ ) discuss Roger's fascination with AI, his way of stumbling into experts, and the development of an ADHD coaching clone...

Got ADHD? Do you long for insights? The 2024 Annual Conference on ADHD is just around the corner. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews conference co-chair Dr. Ari Tuckman (https://adultadhdbook.com) on what to expect at this year's conference. They preview several keynote speakers, including Thomas E. Brown PhD, Sasha Hamdani MD, and...

When people with ADHD search for help, it's often random. But what if it were targeted? What exactly should you be looking for in ADHD help? Are you clear what you're trying to achieve? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Master Coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (https://impactparents.com) about how change actually happens. They discuss the...

ADHD presents a range of challenges, but they key is finding effective solutions. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Laura MacNiven (https://springboardclinic.com) to dissect ADHD into four core components: physics, biology, behavior, and mindset. In their conversation, they explore a formula for uncovering solutions that may not be...

Mindfulness offers significant benefits for those with ADHD, but it can also be particularly challenging to put it into practice. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Lidia Zylowska (https://lidiazylowska.com) to discuss the advantages of mindfulness for individuals with ADHD, the obstacles they may face, and practical tips to hel...

Got ADHD? Let’s look at some important insights. College dropout rates are higher among students with ADHD, and those who do graduate often take longer and face ongoing challenges in both their academic and professional lives. Many overlook the potential opportunities that are available in the trades. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper interviews Jen Phillips and Julia...

Does everybody have the same version of ADHD, or are there differences? Could those differences actually be significant in terms of how you manage the condition? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Master Coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (https://impactparents.com) about their experiences coaching those with ADHD, focusing on the neurodiver...

In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host and ADHD coach Jeff Copper interviews Dr. Roberto Olivardia to explore the complex relationship between ADHD and personality disorders. Dr. Olivardia discusses the challenges of recognizing and diagnosing personality disorders in individuals with ADHD, how ADHD can increase the risk of developing these disorders, and how both conditions can manifest to...

You suspect you've got some type of mental health issue: ADHD, autism, depression, bipolar, etc.  Are you having a hard time finding a provider who can provide a comprehensive diagnosis? It's hard to treat something if you don't know what you're treating. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and Attention Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Joel Young (https://mindm...