ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

Wondering why the classic 'business advice' you've been following just turns your brain off? Let's go into the unique challenges and opportunities that ADHD entrepreneurs face.

You'll learn the surprising priorities that can transform procrastination and overwhelm into productivity and success, all through the lens of the ADHD Rising program. Whether you're newly diagnosed or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode offers valuable insights to help you thrive.

Key Takeaways:

• Katherine’s Journey: Learn about Katherine's diverse career path and how her ADHD and autism diagnosis in her early forties transformed her approach to business.
• Common Challenges: Understand the typical struggles ADHD entrepreneurs face, such as procrastination, overwhelm, and lack of routine.
• Real-Life Success Stories: Hear inspiring stories of clients like 'Monica' and 'Phoebe', who transformed their businesses by understanding and leveraging their ADHD.
• ADHD Rising Framework: Explore the three-part framework—Foundations, Stretch and Grow, and Flourish—that Katherine uses to help entrepreneurs succeed.
• Practical Tips: Gain actionable advice on developing personalized strategies, creating achievable goals, and incorporating fun and creativity into your routine.
• Building a Supportive Environment: Discover the importance of community, coaching, and surrounding yourself with supportive people.

Quotes:

• "Understanding your unique ADHD profile is crucial for building a business that truly works for you."
• "With the right strategies and support, you can turn your ADHD challenges into strengths and thrive as an entrepreneur."

Resources Mentioned:

• ADHD Rising Program: https://lightbulbadhd.com/group-coaching
• Katherine's Website: https://lightbulbadhd.com
• Book a Call with Katherine: Book Here

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your Priorities: Reflect on the priorities that resonate with your unique ADHD profile.
2. Join the Community: Consider joining a supportive community of ADHD entrepreneurs.
3. Schedule a Call: Book a call with Katherine to discuss how the ADHD Rising program can help you.

• Connect with Katherine: @adhd_coach_katherine on Instagram, Facebook & Tiktok
• Subscribe: Don’t miss out on future episodes—subscribe to the podcast!
• Leave a Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with others.
• Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments or on social media using the hashtag #ADHDRising

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ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

Hello and welcome back to another episode where we share how to make your life with ADHD as fulfilling and joy-filled as possible.

We've explored how using executive functions, integrating self-compassion, and leveraging strengths-based approaches can create powerful tools for managing ADHD.

Today, we're uncovering how celebrating our successes, engaging in force-free productivity, and using the transformative power of positive self-talk can transform our productivity and overall mood.

You'll earn how these strategies can dramatically affect your well-being and effectiveness, and discover actionable tips to cultivate a more fulfilling and effective work life.

Tune in to discover how celebrating small wins, aligning work with your strengths, and practicing positive self-talk can create a sustainable, joyful, and productive life

Don't forget to sign up for my seminar on Monday 3rd June 2024 (live) at the link below.

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ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

Join me to learn about focus, flow and how your brain function affects both as well as some unusual practical tips to enhance your workflow.

This week we're looking at:

1. Understanding Brain Structures

2. What is Focus anyway?

3. Recognizing and Increasing Flow States

and strategies that you can use to improve your focus and experience flow.

Understanding Brain Structures and Their Roles:

Prefrontal Cortex (PFC): Executive functions and focus.

Basal Ganglia: Motivation and task engagement.

Habenula: Stress responses and motivation.

Anterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC): Attention processing.

Default Mode Network (DMN): Daydreaming and focus.

Task Initiation Challenges

Why it's Hard: Executive function impairments, dopamine dysregulation, anxiety, and perfectionism

Flow States:

What is Flow: Deep engagement and enjoyment in tasks.

Difference from Focus: Effortless vs. deliberate concentration.

Recognising Flow: Intense concentration, time distortion, intrinsic motivation.

Increasing Flow: Clear goals, immediate feedback, balancing challenge and skill.

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Let me know which one of these ideas you're going to try this week and share your experiences. Don't forget to register for the seminar before 3rd June 2024.

Next week: Celebrating achievements and engaging in force-free productivity. Don’t miss it!

This format provides a quick overview for those in a hurry and detailed information for those wanting to dive deeper, catering to a broad audience while enhancing SEO.

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Focus Music:

https://www.focusatwill.com/

https://brain.fm/

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ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

Welcome back to the ADHD Powerful Possibilities podcast! In this episode, we use the 3 legged stool to show how executive functions, personal strengths, and self-compassion create a robust foundation for managing ADHD. Join me as we explore practical strategies to harness these elements for both personal and professional success.

• The role of executive functions in daily life and common challenges faced by those with ADHD.
• How to identify and leverage your personal strengths to complement executive function struggles.
• The importance of self-compassion in managing ADHD and how it aids in emotional regulation and resilience.
• Strategies for integrating routines with meaning and external structure to enhance productivity.

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Brilliant Brains - Executive Function: waitlist (June 2024)

Books:

• "Smart but Scattered" by Peg Dawson and Richard Guare: A practical guide to help children and adults with ADHD improve executive function skills.
• "The Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens" by Sharon A. Hansen: Offers activities and strategies for teens to build their executive functioning skills.

Online Assessments:

• VIA Character Strengths Survey: A free online assessment to identify your top character strengths. Link

Books:

• "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself" by Kristin Neff: Explores the concept of self-compassion and provides practical exercises.
• "The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion" by Christopher Germer: Combines mindfulness and self-compassion practices to enhance emotional well-being.

Online Tools:

• Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC): A structured program that combines mindfulness and self-compassion. Link
• Self-Compassion Exercises: Free exercises and guided meditations from Dr. Kristin Neff. Link

Books:

• "Driven to Distraction" by Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey: A classic guide to understanding and managing ADHD.
• "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD" by Russell A. Barkley: Offers practical advice and strategies for adults with ADHD.

"Executive Function and Self-Regulation" (Harvard University Center on the Developing Child): A comprehensive overview of executive functions and their importance. Link

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

In this episode, Katherine, your ADHD coach, dives deep into the personal nuances of ADHD, discussing its complexity and the importance of understanding your own unique ADHD profile.

Key Points Discussed:

• Understanding ADHD: A breakdown of ADHD's neurological underpinnings and how they affect behaviors and cognitive functions.
• The Misconceptions: Addressing the common misunderstandings about ADHD, such as the notion of a 'deficit' of attention and what hyperactivity might look like across different ages and activities.
• Personal ADHD Profile: The importance of recognizing your individual ADHD characteristics and how this self-awareness can improve your management strategies.
• Executive Functions and ADHD: How ADHD impacts executive functions like planning, organization, and emotional regulation, and why understanding this can change how you manage daily tasks and long-term goals.

Episode Highlights:

• Personal Stories: Katherine shares insights from her experiences and observations, emphasizing the varied manifestations of ADHD.
• Scientific Insights: Discussion on brain structure differences in people with ADHD, focusing on dopamine levels and brain connectivity.

Tools and Resources Mentioned:

• Self-Assessment Techniques: Suggestions for beginning to map your own ADHD traits, including journaling and using apps for behavioral tracking.
• Community Insights: Encouragement to engage with others’ experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of ADHD's diversity.

Call to Action:

• Self-Observation Invitation: Katherine encourages listeners to use this week for self-observation. Notice how ADHD manifests in your daily life and consider how your unique traits affect your productivity and emotions.
• Connect with Katherine: Reach out via direct message on social media or leave a review on the podcast platform if you find this episode valuable.

Next Episode Tease:

• Stay tuned for the next episode, where Katherine will explore how to manage and optimize executive functions, essential for anyone looking to harness their ADHD in the workplace, whether you're a solo entrepreneur or managing a team.

Thank you for joining us in this enlightening journey into understanding ADHD and its impact on personal and professional life. We hope you find this episode not only informative but also empowering.

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Links to Tools and Further Reading:

• Link to ADHD Presentation Tool

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

Welcome to this week’s episode of ADHD Powerful Possibilities, hosted by ADHD Coach Katherine. Today, we explore resilience, breaking down misconceptions and exploring how those with ADHD can harness their unique strengths to build true resilience.

In This Episode:

• Understanding Resilience: What does resilience really mean for those with ADHD? clue: It’s not about ignoring your emotions or pushing through no matter what; it’s about adaptability and flexibility in the face of challenges.
• The Misconceptions of Resilience: Why has resilience gained a negative reputation and how these perceptions can be harmful, especially when they ignore systemic issues and individual mental health needs.
• Strategies for Building Resilience:
• SODAS Method: Situation, Options, Disadvantages, Advantages, Solution. A structured approach to problem-solving that can help when you're feeling overwhelmed.
• STOP Method: Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed. A simple technique to manage emotional dysregulation and ensure thoughtful responses to stress.
• Mindfulness and Neuroplasticity: How practices like mindfulness can alter brain function, supported by insights from neuroscience, to enhance resilience in the ADHD brain.

Key Quotes from the Episode:

1. "Instead of thinking about resilience as never feeling down, ignoring our emotions, pushing on no matter what's happening around us—that isn't resilience."
2. "Resilience is actually more about adaptability. Becoming flexible and changing with the circumstances and requirements that we find ourselves facing."

Listener Interaction:

• Question of the Week: How do you define resilience? Has your perception changed after listening to today’s episode?
• Call to Action: Share your thoughts on resilience and any strategies you’ve found effective. Connect with me on @adhd_coach_katherine

Upcoming Events:

• Webinar: Join Coach Katherine next month - more details coming soon.

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Dr Neff - self compassion

Stop Scan Shift - download here 

Neurodivergent Practitioners Directory - https://neurodivergentpractitioners.org/

Cameron Gott - ADHD Pyramid of Needs. https://www.camerongott.com/hierarchy-of-adhd-needs

Biederman, J., & Faraone, S. V. (2006). The effects of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder on employment and household income. Medscape General Medicine, 8(3), 12.

• This study explores the impact of ADHD on employment and income, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD in professional settings.

Bölte, S., & Holtmann, M. (2014). Relevance of Resilience in Childhood and Adolescence in the Context of ADHD. ADHD Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders, 6(4), 211–219.

• This article discusses the significance of resilience in the context of ADHD during childhood and adolescence, highlighting the importance of understanding and fostering resilience in individuals with ADHD from a young age.

Dweck, C. S. (2008). Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Random House.

• Carol Dweck's book delves into the concept of mindset, particularly the growth mindset, which is relevant for individuals with ADHD in cultivating resilience and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Erickson KI, Voss MW, Prakash RS, Basak C, Szabo A, Chaddock L, Kim JS, Heo S, Alves H, White SM, Wojcicki TR, Mailey E, Vieira VJ, Martin SA, Pence BD, Woods JA, McAuley E, Kramer AF. Exercise training increases size of hippocampus and improves memory. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2011 Feb 15;108(7):3017-22. doi: 10.1073/pnas.1015950108. Epub 2011 Jan 31. PMID: 21282661; PMCID: PMC3041121.

Graziano, P. A., Reavis, R. D., Keane, S. P., & Calkins, S. D. (2007). The role of emotion regulation in children's early academic success. Journal of School Psychology, 45(1), 3–19.

• This study examines the role of emotion regulation in academic success, providing insights into how emotional regulation strategies can contribute to resilience, particularly in academic settings relevant to individuals with ADHD.

Halmøy, A., Fasmer, O. B., Gillberg, C., & Haavik, J. (2009). Occupational outcome in adult ADHD: impact of symptom profile, comorbid psychiatric problems, and treatment: a cross-sectional study of 414 clinically diagnosed adult ADHD patients. Journal of Attention Disorders, 13(2), 175–187.

• This study investigates the occupational outcomes of adults with ADHD, shedding light on the challenges they face in professional settings and the role of resilience in navigating these challenges.

Loe, I. M., & Feldman, H. M. (2007). Academic and educational outcomes of children with ADHD. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 32(6), 643–654.

• This article discusses the academic and educational outcomes of children with ADHD, highlighting the importance of resilience in overcoming academic challenges and achieving success in educational settings.

Ramsay, J. R., Rostain, A. L., & Bishop, J. (2016). The Adult ADHD Tool Kit: Using CBT to Facilitate Coping Inside and Out. Routledge.

• This book offers practical tools and strategies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), for coping with ADHD challenges in adulthood, emphasizing the role of resilience in managing symptoms and improving overall functioning.

Stixrud, W., & Johnson, N. (2018). The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. Penguin Books.

• William Stixrud and Ned Johnson's book explores the importance of autonomy and resilience in children and adolescents, providing insights into fostering resilience from a young age, which is relevant for individuals with ADHD.

Littman, A. J., White, E., Satia, J. A., Bowen, D. J., & Kristal, A. R. (2006). Reliability and validity of 2 single-item measures of psychosocial stress. Epidemiology, 17(4), 398-403.

• This study assesses the reliability and validity of single-item measures of psychosocial stress, which are relevant for understanding the relationship between stress, resilience, and ADHD symptoms.

Marshall, S. A., Zentall, S. S., & Muchinsky, M. M. (2011). Achievement, emotional intelligence, and personality: A study of ADHD and non-ADHD college students. Journal of Attention Disorders, 15(2), 130-139.

• Investigating the relationship between achievement, emotional intelligence, and personality traits in college students with and without ADHD, this study sheds light on factors contributing to resilience and success in academic settings.

Mikami, A. Y., & Hinshaw, S. P. (2006). Resilient adolescent adjustment among girls: Buffers of childhood peer rejection and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology, 34(6), 823-837.

• This research explores factors contributing to resilient adjustment in adolescent girls, including the buffering effects of childhood peer rejection and ADHD symptoms, offering insights into protective factors that promote resilience.

Molina, B. S., Hinshaw, S. P., Swanson, J. M., Arnold, L. E., Vitiello, B., Jensen, P. S., ... & Houck, P. R. (2009). The MTA at 8 years: Prospective follow-up of children treated for combined-type ADHD in a multisite study. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 48(5), 484-500.

• This longitudinal study provides insights into the long-term outcomes of children with ADHD, including factors associated with resilience and positive adjustment over time.

Owens, J. S., Goldfine, M. E., Evangelista, N. M., Hoza, B., & Kaiser, N. M. (2007). A critical review of self-perceptions and the positive illusory bias in children with ADHD. Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review, 10(4), 335-351.

• Examining self-perceptions and the positive illusory bias in children with ADHD, this review offers insights into factors that may enhance resilience and self-esteem in individuals with ADHD.

Skirrow, C., McLoughlin, G., Kuntsi, J., & Asherson, P. (2009). Behavioral, neurocognitive and treatment overlap between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and mood instability. Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics, 9(4), 489-503.

• This article explores the overlap between ADHD and mood instability, shedding light on potential comorbidities that may impact resilience and treatment outcomes in individuals with ADHD.

Solanto, M. V. (2011). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for adult ADHD: Targeting executive dysfunction. Guilford Press.

• This book presents cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches tailored specifically for adults with ADHD, focusing on addressing executive dysfunction and enhancing coping strategies, which are crucial for resilience.

Young, S., Adamou, M., Bolea, B., Gudjonsson, G., Müller, U., Pitts, M., ... & Asherson, P. (2011). The identification and management of ADHD offenders within the criminal justice system: A consensus statement from the UK Adult ADHD Network and criminal justice agencies. BMC Psychiatry, 11(1), 32.

• This consensus statement addresses the identification and management of ADHD within the criminal justice system, highlighting the importance of understanding ADHD-related challenges and fostering resilience among individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

Does building habits as someone with ADHD feel like you're herding cats?

Join ADHD coach Katherine as she explores a playful, perfectly possible approach to "firing up" productive habits, inspired by the celebrated potter Josiah Wedgwood.

You'll discover:

• Why habit formation is uniquely challenging for ADHD brains
• The power of celebrating small wins and allowing flexibility
• Using tools like AI assistants to design routines tailored for your neurodivergence
• Reconnecting to your deeper "why" when motivation wanes

Katherine shares practical tips like starting tiny, using external cues, and finding meaningful rewards. Her key message?

Embrace the journey - even Wedgwood's iconic glazes involved many "failed" experiments.

Listen for an energising new perspective on habits and ways to make them stick while honouring your ADHD brain!

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Blog post: ADHD & Time 'Agnosia' (blindness): https://lightbulbadhd.com/blog/adhd-time-discounting-blindness

Podcast episode on time: https://pod.fo/e/20b52a

Learn more about Josiah Wedgwood and his experiments: https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O1715422/trial-tray/

My favourite AI tools to play with: this Canva link opens a PDF which you can save and download.

• Barkley, R. A. (1997). Behavioral inhibition, sustained attention, and executive functions: Constructing a unifying theory of ADHD. Psychological Bulletin, 121(1), 65–94. Link
• Langberg, J. M., & Becker, S. P. (2012). Does long-term medication use improve the academic outcomes of youth with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder? Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review, 15(3), 215–233. Link
• Solanto, M. V. (2018). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for adult ADHD: Targeting executive dysfunction. The Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 41(2), 255–267. Link
• Toplak, M. E., Connors, L., Shuster, J., Knezevic, B., & Parks, S. (2008). Review of cognitive, cognitive-behavioral, and neural-based interventions for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Clinical Psychology Review, 28(5), 801–823. Link
• Faraone, S. V., & Biederman, J. (2005). What is the prevalence of adult ADHD? Results of a population screen of 966 adults. Journal of Attention Disorders, 9(2), 384–391. Link
• van Dijk, H., & de Voogd, L. (2018). The cognitive underpinnings of creative thought: A latent variable analysis exploring the roles of intelligence and working memory in three creative thinking processes. Intelligence, 68, 84–96. Link
• Eysenck, M. W., Derakshan, N., Santos, R., & Calvo, M. G. (2007). Anxiety and cognitive performance: Attentional control theory. Emotion, 7(2), 336–353. Link
• Yuill, N., & Lyon, C. (2007). The use of strategies by children with ADHD: A classroom-based study. Dyslexia, 13(1), 66–81. Link
• Wilens, T. E., Biederman, J., Spencer, T. J., & Bostic, J. (1998). Pharmacotherapy of adult attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A review. The Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology, 18(4), 267–276.
• Martel, M. M., Goth-Owens, T., Martinez-Torteya, C., & Nigg, J. T. (2010). A person-centered personality approach to heterogeneity in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 119(1), 186–196. Link

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

In this inspiring episode of "ADHD: Powerful Possibilities," your host Katherine explores the positive aspects of ADHD, especially in the context of entrepreneurship.

From the scenic backdrop of spring in Edinburgh, Katherine explores how understanding and leveraging character strengths can significantly enhance personal and professional life for individuals with ADHD.

This episode challenges the negative stereotypes often associated with ADHD and provides listeners with actionable tools and resources to help them identify and harness their unique strengths.

Listen in for a deep dive into how these strengths can lead to exceptional entrepreneurial success and a sustainable fulfilling life, whatever the challenges ADHD might pose.

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White, H.A., & Shah, P. (2011). Creative style and achievement in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Personality and Individual Differences, 50(5), 673-677. DOI: 10.1016/j.paid.2010.12.015

Barkley, R.A. (2014). Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: A handbook for diagnosis and treatment (4th ed.). Guilford Press

Seligman, M.E.P., & Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2000). Positive psychology: An introduction. American Psychologist, 55(1), 5-14.

Davidson, D.J., & Kemp, A.I. (2012). The role of hyperfocus in entrepreneurial success: An ADHD phenomenon? Frontiers in Entrepreneurial Research.

Williams, J., & Kumar, A. (2023). Mediating role of self-concept on character strengths and well-being among adolescents with specific learning disorder in India. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 132, 104372. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2022.104372

Taylor, E. C., Livingston, L. A., Clutterbuck, R. A., Callan, M. J., & Shah, P. (2023). Psychological strengths and well-being: Strengths use predicts quality of life, well-being and mental health in autism. Autism. DOI: 10.1177/13623613221146440

Nocon, A. S., Roestorf, A., & Menéndez, L. M. G. (2022). Positive psychology in neurodiversity: An investigation of character strengths in autistic adults in the United Kingdom in a community setting. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 99, 102071 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2022.102071

Qin C, Cheng X, Huang Y, Xu S, Liu K, Tian M, Liao X, Zhou X, Xiang B, Lei W, Chen J. Character strengths as protective factors against behavior problems in early adolescent. Psicol Reflex Crit. 2022 Jun 1;35(1):16. doi: 10.1186/s41155-022-00217-z. PMID: 35641705; PMCID: PMC9156651.

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders

ADHD and Procrastination - three kinds of procrastination, three causes and more than three ways for you to get long-term strategies in place.

Warning: This podcast contains ADVANCED strategies for ADHD procrastination - but you'll love them when you understand how they get to the roots of your stickiness for good.

In this episode of "ADHD Powerful Possibilities," Katherine, your friendly ADHD coach, explores the nuanced relationship between ADHD and procrastination, especially within the context of entrepreneurship. Understanding Procrastination - is it about laziness?

The ADHD Brain and Procrastination: Dive into how the ADHD brain's wiring and executive function challenges intensify procrastination. Learn about impulsivity, the need for immediate rewards, and the difficulty in perceiving tasks as interesting unless they align with personal interests.

Three types of Procrastination and three reasons ADHD can make them feel even worse?

Strategies to Overcome Procrastination: From enhancing self-efficacy and task value to managing impulsivity, discover a variety of strategies tailored for the ADHD entrepreneur.

Learn about micro-tasking, engagement shifting and a sneaky mention of my new book on Procrastination.

Next episode:we discuss why focusing on strengths rather than deficits can significantly improve daily life and self-perception for those with ADHD.

Connect with me on Instagram or by email for further discussions, insights, and personal stories related to ADHD and entrepreneurship.

Remember, everything is possible. Stay tuned for more powerful possibilities with Katherine, your ADHD coach.

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• Dopamine & Motivation in ADHD:
• Volkow, N. D., Wang, G.-J., Newcorn, J. H., Telang, F., Solanto, M. V., Fowler, J. S. & Swanson, J. M. (2007). Depressed dopamine activity in caudate and preliminary evidence of limbic involvement in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Archives of General Psychiatry, 64(8), 932-940.
• Prefrontal Cortex & ADHD:
• Arnsten, A. F. T. (2009). Toward a new understanding of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder pathophysiology: an important role for prefrontal cortex dysfunction. CNS Drugs, 23(Suppl 1), 33-41.

Segment 2: Emotional Drivers of Procrastination

• Emotional Dysregulation & Procrastination:
• Barkley, R. A. (2015). Emotional dysregulation is a core component of ADHD. In Handbook of emotion regulation (2nd ed., pp. 15-35). Guilford Publications.
• Procrastination as Mood Repair:
• Sirois, F. M., & Pychyl, T. A. (2013). Procrastination and the priority of short-term mood regulation: Consequences for future self. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 7(2), 115-127.

Segment 3: Practical Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination

• Micro-tasking & ADHD:
• Tuckman, B. W. (2005). The effect of motivational scaffolding on procrastinators’ distance learning outcomes. Computers & Education, 49(2), 414-422.

• Engagement Shifting Techniques:
• Kessler, R. C., Adler, L., Barkley, R., Biederman, J., Conners, C. K., Demler, O., ... & Zaslavsky, A. M. (2006). The prevalence and correlates of adult ADHD in the United States: results from the National Comorbidity Survey Replication. American Journal of Psychiatry, 163(4), 716-723.
• ADHD & Executive Function:
• Faraone, S. V., & Biederman, J. (2005). What is the prevalence of adult ADHD? Results of a population screen of 966 adults. Journal of Attention Disorders, 9(2), 384-391.

• Neurobiology of ADHD:
• Shaw, P., Eckstrand, K., Sharp, W., Blumenthal, J., Lerch, J. P., Greenstein, D., ... & Rapoport, J. L. (2007). Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is characterized by a delay in cortical maturation. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 104(49), 19649-19654.

Segment 2: Emotional Drivers of Procrastination

• ADHD & Emotional Regulation:
• Nigg, J. T., & Casey, B. J. (2005). An integrative theory of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder based on the cognitive and affective neurosciences. Neuropsychology Review, 15(3), 144-174.
• Procrastination, Emotion, and ADHD:
• Steel, P., & Klingsieck, K. B. (2016). Academic procrastination: Psychological antecedents revisited. American Psychological Association, 57(1), 5-15.

Segment 3: Practical Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination

• Behavioral Strategies in ADHD:
• Solanto, M. V. (2011). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for adult ADHD: Targeting executive dysfunction. The Guilford Press.
• ADHD, Motivation, and Task Engagement:
• Safren, S. A., Sprich, S., Mimiaga, M. J., Surman, C., Knouse, L., Groves, M., & Otto, M. W. (2010). Cognitive behavioral therapy vs relaxation with educational support for medication-treated adults with ADHD and persistent symptoms: A randomized controlled trial. JAMA, 304(8), 875-880.

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In this special episode ADHD Coach Katherine invites Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, a luminary in the field of ADHD for adults, to share her experience & insights into the unique challenges and bright prospects for adults over 45 living with ADHD.

From the necessity of diagnosis at ANY AGE, we cover the crucial role of community, gender dynamics in ADHD, and the value of acceptance and support.

Featuring practical advice as well as wonderful stories, this episode shows that age is not a barrier to the boundless possibilities of life with ADHD.

Join me for a real treat, hearing Dr. Nadeau's unparalleled expertise in the world of ADHD over 50 and for women.

Dr Nadea's APSARD petition is shared below -

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APSARD petition -

https://www.change.org/p/improve-gender-equity-in-the-diagnosis-of-adult-adhd-petition-to-apsard?original_footer_petition_id=37693378&algorithm=promoted&source_location=petition_footer&grid_position=18&pt=AVBldGl0aW9uAKWQQgIAAAAAZfdRdOuA5Fg4ZjNjNjgyNQ%3D%3D

Dr Nadeau’s centre -

https://thechesapeakecenter.com/

Still Distracted After All these years (UK amazon link) -

https://amzn.to/4agAVZv