Dr G's ADHD Chat

In this episode, Dr. G reviews his observations of a conference he attended that was organized and developed by groups of people that are generally considered to be 70-80% ADHD.  As you might imagine, it was a very high energy, active event with lots of noise and movement. It had all the presentations in one large hall with close to 10 presentations all going on at the same time. The presentations were all different lengths, which made arranging your schedule very difficult at first. It was easy for me to get get a little stressed out initially, but eventually I learned to relax and enjoy the energy.. It was easily the event that had the most considerate people of any event I have attended - and I've attended a lot of events.

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In this episode, Dr. G relates his experiences as a neurotypical who married into an undiagnosed neurodivergent family( pretty much everyone  was undiagnosed back in those days). The family members were all different  degrees of ADHD. Parents were particularly well educated - Mom was Phi Beta Kappa and Dad was a physician. One brother also became a doctor and the other brother has a master's degree. So this was a high functioning but disorganized group. Dr G went from boyfriend to husband and soon learned that he sometimes needed to take a break and get off by himself when visiting this crew.

Each family member had developed their own strategy for coping with their undiagnosed ADHD. We'll review these as well.

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In the last 7 sessions we have covered executive functioning which is how we make plans and take action. This episode involves a short summary and brief description of cognitive abilities that constitute executive functioning. ADHDers routinely have difficulties with executive functioning. There are compensatory strategies that help ADHDers to cope with executive tasks.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G explores the challenge of inconsistency faced by individuals with ADHD. The discussion delves into how inconsistency can impact various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and personal goals. Listeners will gain practical strategies to enhance consistency and maintain steady progress in their daily lives. Expert insights are shared to help manage the unpredictable nature of ADHD symptoms.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G addresses the issue of impulsivity in individuals with ADHD. The conversation explores how impulsivity affects various aspects of life, from decision-making to relationships. Practical strategies for managing impulsivity are discussed, along with expert insights into therapeutic approaches that can help individuals with ADHD achieve better self-control and regulation.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G. deives into the challenges of organization and planning for individuals with ADHD. The discussion highlights the common difficulties faced in these areas and provides practical strategies to enhance organizational skills and effective planning. Expert advice is shared to help listeners manage their daily tasks and long-term goals more efficiently.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G discusses the role of emotional regulation in individuals with ADHD. The conversation focuses on the challenges that ADHD can present in managing emotions, and offers practical strategies for improving emotional regulation. Expert insights provide valuable guidance on coping mechanisms and therapies to support individuals with ADHD in achieving better emotional control.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G explores the critical aspects of time sense and time awareness in individuals with ADHD. The discussion sheds light on how difficulties in these areas can affect daily routines and productivity. Listeners will gain practical tips and strategies to improve time management skills and enhance overall executive functioning.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G examines the role of executive functioning and working memory in individuals with ADHD. The conversation focuses on the challenges that deficits in these areas can create in daily life. Practical strategies to enhance working memory and executive function are discussed, along with expert insights on effective management techniques for ADHD.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. G delves into the intricacies of executive functioning and its impact on individuals with ADHD. The discussion highlights key challenges faced in daily life, practical strategies to enhance executive functioning skills, and expert insights on managing ADHD effectively.

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