Grandma Has ADHD

In this special birthday episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro is joined by two very important guests—her oldest child, Will, and her mother, Vicky. Together, they explore the experience of ADHD across three generations, sharing stories, struggles, and insights into how ADHD manifests differently in each of them. ADHD often runs in families, and many parents only recognize their own ADHD...

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro sits down with Judith Rosen, a licensed clinical social worker with ADHD and a wealth of lived and professional experience. Judith shares her late ADHD diagnosis journey at age 36, her decision to pivot careers in her fifties, and how her ADHD diagnosis empowered her academic and professional success. The conversation dives deep into the chall...

In this episode, host Jami welcomes Wilma Fellman, a counselor, author, and expert in career and life transitions, to discuss the often-overlooked topic of retirement for adults with ADHD. Wilma shares her insights into how ADHD individuals can navigate the challenges of retirement, reassess their strengths, and find meaningful ways to spend their time post-career. Drawing from her own experience...

In this episode, Jami sits down with ADHD coach Corie Wightlin to discuss her personal ADHD journey, the power of mindfulness, and how seniors and their families can better understand and support ADHD. Corie shares actionable tips for regulating emotions, building self-compassion, and creating systems that work for ADHD brains. Whether you're navigating ADHD yourself or supporting a loved one...

In this episode, Jami Shapiro speaks with Cathi Nelson, the visionary CEO and founder of The Photo Managers, the world's leading educational community dedicated to helping individuals and businesses manage, organize, and preserve their photo and video collections.  Together, they discuss the significance of photos in preserving memories, the emotional and practical challenges of organizing an...

In this special solo episode, host Jami Shapiro opens up about her experiences with ADHD and shares her thoughts on embracing a new year with kindness, self-awareness, and optimism. Jami dives into the importance of setting realistic goals, building community, and finding gratitude amidst the chaos. She also reflects on her journey as a podcast host, her takeaways from the international ADHD confe...

In this inspiring episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami welcomes special guest Heidi Eagleton, a 76-year-old trailblazer who has lived an extraordinary life with ADHD. Heidi shares her journey from undiagnosed challenges in her youth to becoming a lawyer, architect, and now a memoir writer. She dives into the importance of recognizing and embracing ADHD's unique strengths, including creativity, r...

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro is joined by Dr. Daniella Karidi, an ADHD coach and transition specialist, to discuss an often-overlooked topic: preparing for the end of life. With humor and compassion, they explore how ADHD affects planning for this sensitive transition and offer practical strategies to make the process easier. Dr. Karidi shares her personal ADHD journey, i...

Host Jami Shapiro speaks with Janai Quintana, MSW, CMC, CDP an Aging Life Care Manager from Aging Focused, about supporting seniors and their families through the complexities of aging, particularly during the holiday season. Janai shares her expertise in helping families with complex dynamics and clients with dementia and/or mental health concerns.  Her combined knowledge of aging resources, her...

Host Jami Shapiro speaks with Dr. Daniella Karidi, ADHD coach and founder of ADHD Time. Together, they explore the unique challenges and opportunities faced by seniors with ADHD, offering strategies to navigate retirement, manage transitions, and build fulfilling routines. The conversation highlights how coaching can empower seniors to set realistic goals, enhance relationships, and live with inte...

Host Jami Shapiro is joined by Barb Hubbard, a time management coach and ADHD specialist, to discuss navigating life with ADHD, especially for older women. Barb shares her personal ADHD journey, her experience coaching adults, and practical strategies for managing challenges like procrastination and lack of focus. Together, Jami and Barb explore how ADHD impacts confidence, creativity, and life go...

ADHD may affect as much as 10% of the population and 80% of adults are undiagnosed. Host Jami Shapiro welcomes Alan P. Brown, ADHD coach, TEDx speaker, and creator of ADD Crusher, a resource designed to help adults with ADHD thrive. Alan shares his journey from struggling with undiagnosed ADHD to becoming an advocate for brain hacks that help others thrive. Together, Jami and Alan discuss the stig...

Host Jami Shapiro sits down with Dr. Joe Casciani, founder of the Living to 100 Club, to explore positive aging and finding purpose in later life, even with an ADHD diagnosis. Dr. Casciani shares insights from his extensive career working with seniors, emphasizing the importance of resilience, staying positive, and the many opportunities that come with age. He also discusses the challenges seniors...

Jami Shapiro, welcomes Dr. Ken Druck, an expert in family psychology, resilience, and aging. Together, they dive into what it means to live resiliently with ADHD, especially as seniors, and discuss how our unique qualities can be strengths rather than challenges. Dr. Druck shares his personal journey, his approach to self-compassion, and how resilience is a work in progress. He also offers insight...

Jami and Justin welcomed ADHD coach Ian Wahlert to discuss the unique experiences of adults with ADHD, particularly in later life. Ian shares his personal ADHD journey, from diagnosis in his twenties to finding a path of thriving through coaching, structure, and self-awareness. He introduces the idea of the "hunter in a farmer's world," exploring how ADHD traits that may have been a...

Jami speaks with Dr. Joel Lazar, a licensed psychologist with ADHD, to discuss practical tips for managing ADHD as an adult. Dr. Lazar shares his personal experience with ADHD, how it impacts his life and work and offers useful strategies for emotional regulation, organization, and overcoming procrastination. He also highlights the importance of self-compassion, especially for older adults discove...

Jami speaks with Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, clinical psychologist and ADHD expert, about her latest book Still Distracted After All These Years, the only available book which focuses on seniors with ADHD. Dr. Nadeau shares her insights on ADHD in older adults, discussing how many seniors are only now receiving a diagnosis. They explore the emotional impact of undiagnosed ADHD, the link between ADHD and...

In this episode, Jami and Justin dive deeper into ADHD traits and how they impact daily life, especially for older adults. They discuss the challenges of managing ADHD across a lifetime, touching on both emotional and organizational struggles. Jami shares her personal experiences with ADHD, including how it affects memory and daily functioning. Justin adds insight into ADHD's impact on family...

Jami and Justin welcome Jami’s mother, Vicki, who shares her experiences as a senior who recently discovered her ADHD. They discuss the challenges and relief that come with realizing lifelong behaviors were related to ADHD, and how this discovery has changed their relationship. Vicki opens up about emotional regulation, social anxiety, and how ADHD has impacted her life, including her relationship...

Welcome to Episode 1 Part 1 of the Grandma Has ADHD podcast, hosted by Jami Shapiro and Justin Shepherd. This episode begins with a fun "This or That" game, featuring questions from the ADHD community. Jami and Justin also share their personal experiences with ADHD and the reason behind starting the podcast. Jami discusses her late ADHD diagnosis and her work with Silver Linings Transiti...

Host Jami Shapiro shares the behind-the-scenes story of the unexpected challenges and setbacks that led to the delay of the podcast launch, originally planned for May 2024. Tune in to hear what caused the postponement, how Jami navigated the obstacles, and what’s next for the show. In this episode, she: [00:00:29] Explanation of why the podcast, Grandma Has ADHD, was delayed from May to October 20...