The NBD Podcast

IT IS EPISODE 50!!!! What what??

On today's episode I am breaking down who can give you a diagnosis, what to expect during a diagnosis evaluation, what you need to bring with you to the evaluation, and what the doctor is looking at. Of course keep in mind that every evaluation is different per the country, state, doctor and potential ADHDer, so this is all a basic overview of what you should know and should be taken as educational information and not personal advice. 

For. more information check out "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD" by Russell A. Barkley, PhD

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Today's episode is all about talking about being able to listen to your needs, especially when life gets crazy or a huge traumatic experience forces you to evacuate your home. And who better to talk to this about than Savannah Cohn over at The Lily Pad Network!? 

Savannah is a twenty-something who was obsessed with climbing the ranks in public accounting as a CPA, but then quickly realized she wanted MORE. While right now she works in public accounting, her real passion is building her podcast, The Lily Pad Network, and that community. The Lily Pad Network podcast is for the woman who doesn't know what her next thing is but is working towards figuring it out. She is DAMN grateful for where she is today and the education so far, but she is also looking long term for something AMAZING!

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Today's episode is all about Imposter Syndrome which I like to think as a little guy in a trench coat, a black hat, and oddly shaped black sunglasses  who roams around my head in the shadows most days until he decides to pop up and surprise me with a nice present filled with doubt. 

What is actual Imposter Syndrome? It's doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud, when you really aren't one. 

There are 5 types: The Perfectionist; The Superhero; The Expert; The Natural Genius; and The Soloist. 

This episode covers each types, gives potential causes and gives tips on how to combat your inner Imposter. 

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On this episode we are chatting with Trina the creator of My Lady ADHD. 

Trina is a 36 year old member of the late-diagnosis ADHD club, an ADHD advocate and working mom. She is a content creator and founder of My Lady ADHD - a place for ADHD women to find each other, connect and wade through the waters of their ADHD diagnosis together. She will be launching the My Lady ADHD podcast this Spring. 


You can find her on Instagram at: @myladyadhd or on the web www.Myladyadhd.com 

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 On today's episode we are talking about personal development advice you get from podcasts, books, or videos and how that advice while good intentioned can sometimes be ableist and damaging to people who aren't neurotypical or who have some mental condition.


Show Notes:

Q: What is ableism?

A: Ableism is discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities and/or people who are perceived to be disabled.

How one-size fits all personal development messages can affect people with ADHD or other mental conditions:

1)    Make people feel like there’s something inherently wrong with them because they can’t “Just do it”

2)    Pushes people to do things in one way instead of allowing for numerous ways

3)    Doesn’t allow people to be in tune with their intuitions or needs

4)    Doesn’t take into account that people are diverse 

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Back in December Josh surprised me with a ring... an engagement ring to be exact. He's on today's episode to talk about how he managed to plan a surprise engagement without me noticing, how he popped the question and then we talk about all things wedding planning (at least the start of wedding planning). 

It's not your typical ADHD content, but there are some very ADHD moments in these stories! Plus it's sometimes fun to share other aspects of life because we are more than our ADHD!

Check out Episode 5 and Episode 10 where Josh came on the podcast!

And check out the podcast's instagram for pictures from the special day! @thenbdpodcast

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This is the fifth and final episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
 
 On this episode we are talking about  having a partner (wife/husband/girlfriend/boyfriend/etc.) with ADHD from what you should know about your partner with ADHD to how you can help support your partner with ADHD. 

 Here is what is covered in today's episode:
 
 What You Should Know:
 
1) Your ADHD partner did forget that thing again
2) Your ADHD partner is not going to actually chase after every "dream" they have
3) Your ADHD  partner doesn't just lack discipline and willpower
4) Your ADHD partner sometimes needs your help figuring out their emotions
5) Your ADHD partner hears your kind words

 How You Can Help Support:

1) Give gentle reminders or help

2) Don't remind them of their lost interests

3) Create a safe space for them to come home to

4) Talk it out

5) Keep on saying nice things

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Do you ever feel like you are losing your identity? Not sure what your identity is? Are you having an identity crisis since being diagnosed with ADHD or since becoming a parent? This episode is for you!

How to get back in tune with your identity:

1) Build an awareness of the narrative your are creating for yourself
2) Take inventory of your strengths, your likes, dislikes...
3) Reframe your memories and stories
4) Practice self-compassion

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This is the fourth episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
 
 On this episode we are talking about  having a child with ADHD from what you should know about your child with ADHD to how you can help support your child with ADHD. 

 Here is what is covered in today's episode:
 
 What You Should Know:
 
 1) Your ADHD Child isn't a bad kid or trouble like they all say
 2) Your ADHD Child wishes his/her brain functioned like a "normal" brain
 3) Your ADHD  Child suffers from big emotions that they just can't understand
4) Your ADHD Child sees you trying

 How You Can Help Support:

1) Don't compare your kid to other kids

2) Show Grace

3) Talk about emotions

4) Create a fun and safe environment
 
 Upcoming content:
 
 Episode 043: Let's Chat About Identities
 Episode 044: So You Have a Partner with ADHD...
 
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Today's episode is all about Anxiety... my ADHD's BFF sort of speak. 

Did you know there are four anxiety responses? Flight, Fight, Freeze, or Fawn! I didn't until recently! We discuss that and my thoughts on where our anxiety might be coming from. 

Show notes:

Our Anxiety shows up when:

1) We are out of sorts with our community
2) We are out of sorts with our life purpose
3) We are out of sorts with the present moment
4) Out of a trauma response

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