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As Barbaranne continues her World promotional tour of Zakk's upcoming new album, Lisa Goich-Andreadis joins Daniella back in Licorice Pizza studios for an Honest AF conversation about Grammy week parties, fashion moments and celebrity encounters. They chat about aging, marriage and self image. Valentine's Day in long-term relationships and what that looks like, burn-out, gift mishaps, and getting older. Hilarity ensues when they chat about a 73 year old escort . The ladies take a serious turn and discuss mental health ADHD, menopause, memory concerns but end on a high note with beauty and wellness tips, emphasizing that confidence and humor can bring reinvention at all ages. Check out our Sephora Storefront for new Valentine's Day picks as well as Velle, Black Dahlia and Magic Erasers. (Please note that if you use our links we may earn a small commission at no charge to you. Use your HonestAF20 discount code where applicable). Check out more shows! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MANUAL DESCARGAR: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18-eu...Me pueden encontrar tambien en Instagram:   / medhacker  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/Compartan si me quieren apoyar! Gracias! ¿Qué es la creatina?-Descubierta en 1832, incluso antes que el ATP.-Es un compuesto nitrogenado que el cuerpo produce en hígado y cerebro.-Se obtiene en pequeñas cantidades de carne y pescado, pero es casi inexistente en dietas vegetarianas o veganas.-Funciona como "el Robin de Batman (ATP)": ayuda a regenerar rápidamente energía para contracciones musculares.Efectos principales en el músculo-Mejora fuerza y rendimiento: más repeticiones, mejor recuperación entre series.-Aumento de masa magra: en promedio 700 g de músculo en 6 semanas.-Recuperación: acelera la reparación muscular y disminuye daño.-Efectos en aeróbicos: ayuda en hidratación y reduce inflamación tras maratones o ironman.-No es un esteroide.Propiedades antiinflamatorias-Reduce citocinas inflamatorias (IL-6, TNF-α, CRP).-Tiene potencial en condiciones donde la inflamación es clave: envejecimiento, sarcopenia, enfermedades neurológicas.-Puede proteger al cerebro en situaciones de estrés metabólico (falta de sueño, jet lag, trauma).Cerebro y cognición-Beneficios en memoria, atención, depresión, Alzheimer, Parkinson y conmociones cerebrales.-Mejora síntomas de privación de sueño y fatiga mental.-En Alzheimer: 20 g/día por 8 semanas mostró mejoría cognitiva.-En depresión: 5 g/día junto con terapia o medicación ayudó a reducir síntomas.Salud ósea-En mujeres postmenopáusicas: 8–12 g/día redujo pérdida de densidad mineral ósea en cadera.-Puede actuar como anti-resortivo, parecido a los bifosfonatos.-Potencial para disminuir riesgo de fracturas y fragilidad.Mujeres, embarazo y niños-Mujeres: suelen tener menores reservas, responden bien a suplementación.-Embarazo: estudios en animales muestran beneficios en placenta y desarrollo fetal; ensayos clínicos en humanos están en curso.-Niños y adolescentes: dosis seguras (0.1 g/kg). Evidencia positiva en deportes y en casos de conmoción cerebral.Dosis y formas de uso-Estándar: 3–5 g/día.-Carga rápida: 20 g/día (divididos) por 5–7 días, luego 3–5 g/día.-Enfocado en cerebro: más de 10 g/día, incluso hasta 20 g en patologías como Alzheimer.-Se puede tomar con comida (mejor absorción con proteínas o carbohidratos).-No importa la hora: lo clave es la consistencia.Mitos y realidades-Daño renal: falso (creatinina puede subir, pero es marcador falso).-Hipertensión: no aumenta la presión arterial.-Retención de líquidos peligrosa: la hidratación es intracelular y benéfica.-Pérdida de cabello: no hay evidencia.-Engorda: al contrario, puede favorecer leve pérdida de grasa.-Necesidad de ciclo: no es necesario suspender.Seguridad-Considerado por la FDA como “Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS)”.-Más de 1000 estudios respaldan su seguridad y eficacia.-Puede usarse en jóvenes, adultos, mujeres y mayores.Futuras áreas de investigación-Uso en cáncer, tanto en prevención como adyuvante en tratamientos.-Embarazo y lactancia: estudios en humanos en curso.-Trastornos neurológicos y psiquiátricos: depresión, ansiedad, PTSD, ADHD.Recomendaciones prácticas-Base de salud: ejercicio + sueño + buena nutrición.-Creatina es “la cereza del pastel”: segura, económica y altamente estudiada.-Idealmente acompañada de entrenamiento de fuerza y suficiente ingesta proteica.-En pacientes que usan GLP-1 (semaglutide, tirzepatide): fundamental para evitar pérdida de músculo.

Living with anxiety spikes, focus fog, or constant sensory overload as an autistic, AuDHD, or ADHD adult—and wondering if music could actually help your brain calm down? This episode of Adulting With Autism explores music therapy for autistic adults with Dr. Barb Minton, a psychologist and neuroscientist who started as a pipe organ major and went on to create the Calm the Storm album with guitarist Peppino D'Agostino.​ Dr. Barb explains how music can entrain brain waves—how tempo, rhythm, and sound textures can gently guide the nervous system toward calmer or more focused states. She shares how specific choices (like slower tempos around 60–80 beats per minute for calm, or slightly faster tempos around 110–120 for focus) may support sleep, pain management, migraines, and attention, and why the body "hears" vibration through mechanoreceptors as well as through your ears.​ You will hear stories of how music has been used to support neurodivergent adults, including those with autism and ADHD, and how to experiment safely: choosing tracks that feel regulating rather than overwhelming, adjusting volume, and noticing your own responses instead of following rigid rules. Dr. Barb also talks about why music is still underused in mainstream care despite promising research and real-world results.​ This episode is especially helpful if you: Feel overstimulated or shut down and want non-medication tools to try Are curious whether specific music choices could help with anxiety, focus, or sleep Want a more science-informed understanding of why certain music "works" for your brain If this conversation supports you, follow/subscribe to Adulting With Autism on Podbean, Apple, or Spotify and leave a 5-star review so more neurodivergent adults can find it. Merch for your calm and focus journey: Get 20% off journals, tees, and "Brainwave Harmony"–style merch with code PODCAST26 at the Adulting With Autism Fourthwall shop ( Linktree). Your support helps keep this podcast free for the community. Resources mentioned: Calm the Storm and more music at musicandhealing.net Dr. Barb's work and workshops at drbminton.com

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday's Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Which Rep Range Is Best for Your Goals? (2:16) Research on how much acetaldehyde is released in the gut. (32:15) The rules of the bathroom. (36:02) Carnival King. (41:02) Will resources solve all our problems? (42:13) The dangers of Tylenol/acetaminophen. (51:00) Ready-to-go protein drink that can go mainstream! (54:27) Eating for abundance, and kids & food preferences. (57:10) #Quah question #1 – Maybe this is silly, but I'm trying to take rest periods seriously and have a question. During my two to three minutes, do I need to sit still that whole time or can I prep the bar for my next workout and/or like stretch? (1:04:25) #Quah question #2 – How can I build my legs/glutes when I have really bad knees? (1:07:37) #Quah question #3 – Why can't you do trigger sessions all at once like a set of three instead of three different times a day?! (1:10:32) #Quah question #4 – What are the pros and cons of cold plunge/ice baths, sauna, and hot tubs/hot baths? Is one better for weight loss, muscle gain, and mental health/recovery? (1:12:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code "MINDPUMP26″ for 15% for first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack). ** Experience the difference of Liposomal Technology. Use code MINDPUMP for 20% OFF everything. Visit: https://www.rhonutrition.com/discount/MINDPUMP January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Visit: http://mapsjanuary.com/  Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #1827: The 3 Best Rep Ranges to Build Muscle & Burn Fat What Is Acetaldehyde and How Is It Linked to Alcohol? Elon Musk SHOCKS! "10 Billion Humanoid Robots by 2040" Elon Musk Says Saving for Retirement Is Pointless "It took me 50+ years to realize what I'll tell you in 69 minutes" - Tony Robbins Major review finds no autism or ADHD risk from pregnancy Tylenol Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code 20MINDPUMP for 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. ** MAPS Prime Pro Webinar The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle - Mind Pump Media Sauna Use Associated with Reduced Risk of Cardiac, All-Cause Mortality Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram Tony Robbins (@tonyrobbins) Instagram Peter Attia, M.D. (@peterattiamd) Instagram  

Learn how to JournalSpeak ➡️ ⁠LEARN HOW:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2ph33u2s In this episode, I talk with Alice, who recovered from lifelong IBS and anxiety, and has been able to see things more clearly since she was diagnosed in adulthood with ADHD. You may remember her from our original interview - Season 3, Ep 82! Today, we further explore neurodiversity in TMS recovery and how a sensitive, neurodivergent nervous system is not a flaw—but often a key part of the healing process. Alice shares what it was like to finally understand her symptoms through this lens and how learning to work with her brain, rather than trying to fix it, led to complete recovery. Today, Alice is fully free from IBS and anxiety and has joined our BreakAwake Coaching Team. She now works one-on-one with others, extending her hand and guiding people through the same work that changed her life. This episode is a hopeful, honest conversation about nervous system safety, self-trust, and what's possible when we feel truly understood. Join us! XO n. ⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT:

Welcome to Hacking Your ADHD. I'm your host, William Curb. Today, I'm joined by Skye Waterson for our research recap series, where we dive into a single research paper to find practical takeaways. In this episode, we're discussing a paper called "Adherence, Persistence and Medication Discontinuation in Patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Literature Review." This study asks: what's happening in the real world with medication adherence? Are people taking their meds, and if not, why? I found this paper through a presentation by Bill Dobson at the 2025 ADHD conference in Kansas City, and it really blew me away. If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at https://HackingYourADHD.com/268 https://tinyurl.com/56rvt9fr - Unconventional Organisation Affiliate link https://tinyurl.com/y835cnrk - YouTube https://www.patreon.com/HackingYourADHD - Patreon

In this episode, I have a discussion with Saulo Barbosa, a 43-year-old Brazilian autistic police officer, to discuss his experiences and insights about neurodivergence in law enforcement in his home country of Brazil. Saulo shared how my book, “Uniquely Human” inspired him to transform his approach to policing and develop training programs that focus on understanding and supporting neurodivergent individuals. The conversation also addressed the impact of the book on Saulo's life and work, including his current activities in training police officers across Brazil and the importance of autistic people connecting with each otherLearn more on our websiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When life derails your plans—storms, illness, sleep loss—this episode helps you shift perspective without self-blame. Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, offers three practical reframes: zoom out to your big-picture goals, treat interruptions like an "ad break" to use the time differently, and "swipe" to a new plan or spark when the old one has lost momentum. She also reminds listeners to prioritize sleep, hydration, and care during tough seasons, and to choose joy over perfection as routines reset. Connect with Me: Website: https://joylovinghome.com Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome

In this meeting of The Late Diagnosis Club, Dr Angela Kingdon welcomes Abbey Thompson — a librarian, classically trained vocalist, prize-winning baker, gamer, social justice bard, and self-described random fact machine.Abbey is a fat, queer, neurodivergent woman living in Los Angeles with two orange cats and a deep commitment to creativity without perfection.Diagnosed with ADHD in her 40s and later recognising she was also Autistic, Abbey describes how finally naming her neurodivergence didn't just bring understanding — it brought permission. Permission to be loud, to be big, to be joyful, to be mediocre, and to exist without apology.Together, Angela and Abbey explore late identification, fatness and bullying, perfectionism, burnout, AuDHD, creativity as regulation, and the radical act of letting go of shame. This episode is an invitation to stop fixing yourself — and start living.

Co-Host William Schroeder (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/justmind) My first time guest William Schroeder is an expert on neurodivergence not only because he is a mental health therapist, but also because he has walked that path himself. What are the challenges facing men who are ADHD or have Asperger's...especially when it comes to relating to women? More importantly, how can you overcome those challenge and thrive? Well, the first question to ask is why the term "neurodivergence" has been in the media more often in the last few years. Next, it seems like everyone's attention span is shorter since COVID. How much of neurodivergence is nature vs. nurture? And what is the difference between ADD, ADHD and Asperger's, anyway? How transparent should we be about neurodivergence with other people, say, girlfriends or even bosses? How can ADHD men excel in relationships with women? On the other hand, what if neurodivergence seems to be wrecking my chances with women? How are people affected by changes in how ADHD and Asperger's are clinically defined? I mean, it's not really a death sentence to our masculinity and ability to attract women if we're neurodivergent, is it? And regarding the term "neurodivergence" itself, is it too broad a label? How many men go undiagnosed...and what if this podcast episode itself starts making us wonder about that? And here's the kicker...how do we identify women who are neurodivergent and manage relationships with them? Get in on VAMANOS and have answers for any situation with women right there on the spot: https://mountaintoppodcast.com/vamanos === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The show is now available as a VIDEO version on YouTube. For some reason, the episodes seem funnier...if a bit more rough around the edges. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Laundry piles aren't just about laundry. For many working moms, especially those who are neurodivergent or have ADHD, unfinished to-dos carry emotional weight, guilt, and harsh self-talk that quietly drain your energy. In this episode, we explore why undone tasks feel so heavy and how everyday clutter often becomes a symbol for overwhelm, burnout, and unrealistic expectations.This conversation isn't about fixing your house or getting everything done. It's about understanding the emotional charge behind unfinished to-dos and learning how to release the judgment that makes even small tasks feel exhausting. What you'll learn:Why laundry piles and undone to-dos often trigger shame and self-criticismHow ADHD and neurodivergent brains experience clutter differentlyWhy unfinished tasks can feel emotionally overwhelming, not just inconvenientHow guilt and unrealistic standards make it harder to get things doneA more compassionate way to think about to-dos without tying them to your worthIf you feel weighed down by clutter, undone tasks, or the constant feeling that you're behind, this episode offers relief, perspective, and permission to be gentler with yourself. Because laundry is just laundry and you are not defined by what's left on your to-do list.Free Resources:

Ever notice how ADHD makes you crave chaos...until the chaos actually arrives and your brain completely shorts out? This week, co-host Isabelle Richards is living that paradox in real time. We're dropping this episode on Friday instead of our usual every-other-Wednesday schedule because Nashville is currently frozen solid and Isabelle is flying solo, recording from her phone in her kids' bedroom during a 6-day power outage and ice storm. She gets brutally honest about the ADHD crisis cycle: the superhuman first 48 hours, the inevitable crash that follows, and why—even after all the work, all the podcasting, all the self-compassion practice—her first instinct is still to absolutely destroy herself on the inside.If you've ever felt like a superhero one day and a deflated balloon the next, this one's for you. Isabelle shares the reframe that changed everything: what if your scattered brain isn't broken—it's actually trying to protect you? And here's the twist: the thing that pulled her out of the spiral was recording this very episode. Sometimes serving others is how we save ourselves.Here's what's coming your way:Why ADHD brains can be superhuman in the first 24-48 hours of chaos (and why the crash is inevitable)What happens to your inner critic when you lose your feedback loops—and why it gets so viciousHow to recognize when your brain is begging you to stop asking it to do too much (before you completely crash)Why hating routine while desperately needing it is the most brutal ADHD paradoxThe one tiny shift that can pull you out of the spiral when everything feels impossible-------Wait—What's That? Here are some of the terms mentioned in this episode explained:Here are some of the terms and people mentioned in this episode explained:Neurospicy: ADHD/neurodivergent community slang for having a brain that works differently. A playful, lighter way to say neurodivergent—because sometimes you need to be able to laugh at your beautiful, chaotic brain.Break in Routine: When your daily structure gets disrupted and suddenly you realize you were using that routine to survive all along. For ADHD brains, losing structure can be destabilizing even when you thought you hated having it in the first place.Paradox: The ADHD experience of hating routine while absolutely needing it to function. You resist structure until it's gone, and then everything falls apart—which is exactly what makes it so brutal.Feedback Loop: External validation or confirmation that helps you know you're on the right track. Without it, ADHD brains often default to the harshest possible self-judgment—like "you've made the worst decision" even when you probably made a fine decision.Deflated Balloon: The crash that comes after days of crisis mode. The superhuman energy is gone, you can't finish sentences, and everything feels impossible. It's the inevitable comedown after running on pure adrenaline.Mushy: When your brain feels foggy, slow, and unable to process normally. Not broken—just begging you to stop asking it to do too much. Sometimes mushy is your brain's way of protecting you.Bobby: Isabelle's husband and co-producer of the podcast. When she mentions he suggested recording this episode, it's part of why you're hearing this raw, real-time account of ADHD in crisis—the kind of messy, honest moment that might help you feel less alone in your own chaos.-------

Are your marketing systems secretly built for burnout?If you've ever ghosted your own funnel because it felt like a second full-time job, you are not alone and you're not broken.In this Part 2 convo with Simply Magic Marketing's Pam Langord, we dive deep into how neurodivergent and creative founders can use AI-powered systems without losing their voice, their mind, or their weekends. Pam shares how she built a virtual 12-person AI marketing team (yes, really) and how you can plug into it even if you're allergic to funnels, tech, or rigid strategies.“Marketing should feel like support, not suffocation.” — Pam LangordWhether you're ADHD, CEO, or all of the above, this episode is a masterclass in building marketing that works with your brain, not against it.Suzy the Skeptic is Pam's gift to you a mini version of her most powerful AI content editor.Suzy will:Identify trust-breaking phrases in your copyScore your content for clarity and conversionHelp you write stronger, more persuasive content without rewriting your voiceGrab Suzy here and let her tighten your next email, sales page, or post.What You'll LearnWhy guilt—not gaps—is what's actually holding back your marketing consistencyHow Pam's HEART framework makes automation feel personal and powerfulThe easiest way to train AI to sound like you (and never like a bro marketer)What an AI-powered marketing team looks like—and why it's more accessible than you thinkHow to find the trust breaks in your content that are secretly killing conversionsResources & LinksPam Langord's Site: Simply Magic MarketingSuzy the Skeptic (Free GPT Tool)Related Episode126 | Female Founders Waste 20 Hours Weekly On Marketing Until They Do This With AI w/Pam Langord (Part 1)118 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Feeling Like Failures (The Year‑End Audit That Reveals What You Really Built) Send us a textWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

⚠️This episode includes discussion of suicide, mental health crises, and systemic failures in neurodivergent healthcare. Listener discretion is advised, and we encourage you to prioritise your wellbeing while listening ⚠️.In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott respond to reports that the NHS is once again restricting access to ADHD assessments in an attempt to save money — often without informing GPs or patients already waiting.They unpack how limiting assessments don't just delay diagnosis, but actively block access to support, accommodations, medication, and self-understanding, particularly for Autistic and ADHD people who already struggle to advocate for themselves. Drawing on their own late diagnoses, Jordan and Simon explain how years without recognition lead to mislabelling, shame, burnout, and serious mental health harm.The conversation then turns to the real-world consequences of these delays, including a Guardian report detailing the death of a young man who fell through the cracks of the assessment and shared-care system. Jordan and Simon speak openly about grief, anger, and fear — and why framing ADHD as “not life-threatening” ignores the reality of emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, chronic stress, and suicide risk.This episode has a clear message: withholding diagnosis and treatment is not neutral — it is dangerous. They discuss:NHS limits on ADHD assessments and lack of transparencyLong waiting times and being stuck between child and adult servicesWhy diagnosis is a gateway to support, not a labelADHD medication, emotional regulation, and quality of lifeWhy ADHD can be life-threateningSuicide risk, burnout, and drowning in unregulated thoughtsThe cost of denying support vs investing in peopleA raw, emotional, and urgent conversation about assessment delays, systemic failure, and the very real human cost of treating neurodivergent care as optional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Conversation About Community, Connection, and Caring for Kids in Need When Heather Frost joins Janet Michael on The Valley Today, she brings a message that hits close to home: hundreds of children across the Shenandoah Valley desperately need stable, caring families. As Foster Parent Coordinator for Embrace Treatment Foster Care, Heather sees firsthand how the shortage of local foster homes affects vulnerable kids throughout our region. The Scope of the Problem The statistics paint a sobering picture. At any given time, Virginia has approximately 5,000 children in foster care. Remarkably, 40% of these children are teenagers—the age group that proves hardest to place. Breaking this down to our local communities reveals the true scale of the need. Frederick County and Winchester together care for 120-150 children at any time, while Shenandoah County serves 40-60 kids. Even smaller Clarke County has 15-25 children in the system annually. Meanwhile, larger counties like Loudoun regularly have 250-300 children awaiting placement. Furthermore, the consequences of inadequate foster care resources extend far beyond childhood. More than 1,000 young people age out of Virginia's foster care system each year without finding a permanent family. This failure dramatically increases their risk for homelessness, unemployment, and involvement in the justice system—outcomes that could be prevented with stable family support. Why Location Matters Heather emphasizes a crucial point that many people overlook: where a foster child lives makes an enormous difference in their recovery and development. When children must be placed far from their home communities due to a lack of local foster families, they lose vital connections. They leave behind their schools, their therapists, their neighborhoods, and often their extended family members who still play important roles in their lives. "The research shows these things really matter in terms of getting over the trauma that the kids have gone through," Heather explains. Maintaining these connections helps children recover faster and build resilience. Consequently, Embrace actively seeks foster families throughout the region—from Winchester and surrounding counties to Harrisonburg and even Loudoun County—to keep kids rooted in familiar territory. What Treatment Foster Care Really Means Unlike traditional foster care through the Department of Social Services, Embrace provides treatment-level care for children with more complex needs. These kids often face challenges like ADHD, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or post-traumatic stress. However, Heather quickly dispels any notion that foster parents must navigate these challenges alone. Instead, Embrace treats foster parents as integral members of a treatment team. The agency provides extensive initial certification training, then continues with monthly sessions covering new strategies, specific situations, and emerging best practices. Additionally, foster parents receive 24/7 support—whether they need a phone consultation or an in-person visit. This comprehensive approach transforms foster parents from isolated caregivers into supported professionals working alongside schools, social services, and community partners. Breaking Down Barriers and Misconceptions Throughout the conversation, Heather addresses common concerns that prevent people from considering foster care. First, she tackles the financial question head-on. All foster children receive Medicaid coverage, eliminating worries about medical expenses. Moreover, foster parents receive stipends to cover clothing and other necessities, though Heather acknowledges these don't cover every expense. Community support, like the Front Royal Chamber's annual fundraiser for foster families, helps fill remaining gaps. Second, Heather confronts the fear that potential foster parents lack the necessary skills or experience. "We're not looking for perfect people," she emphasizes. "We're just looking for people who will show up, who will be there, who want to help children." The certification process takes approximately 90 days and includes about six weeks of training classes, which can be completed virtually or in person based on family preferences. The Power of Stability and Connection Perhaps the most compelling part of the conversation centers on how dramatically children can transform when given stability and structure. Heather acknowledges that many foster children arrive labeled as "difficult" or "hard to manage." Nevertheless, she's witnessed countless times how these same children soften and thrive once they realize someone will consistently show up for them. "Just having someone who cared about them" makes all the difference, Heather notes, recalling stories from community members who approach her at events like Apple Blossom to share their own foster care experiences. Janet reinforces this point, observing that labels hurt children and that removing those labels allows kids to flourish in ways that might seem impossible at first. Importantly, Heather doesn't sugarcoat the experience. "I'm not gonna say it's all butterflies and rainbows a hundred percent of the time," she admits. Yet she describes the profound reward of watching relationships develop between foster children and their families. "When a child and a foster parent have that relationship and you get to watch it grow, it's just very beautiful." From Foster Care to Forever Families The conversation also explores how foster placements can evolve into permanent adoptions. Embrace dual-certifies foster parents for both fostering and adoption, creating flexibility as situations develop. Sometimes a child initially expected to reunify with their biological family cannot do so. In these cases, foster parents who've built strong relationships over months or years often choose to adopt, providing the permanent stability these children desperately need. This possibility becomes especially meaningful for teenagers. As Janet points out, raising any teenager presents challenges—foster or biological. However, the opportunity to guide a young person from a traumatic past toward a stable future offers rewards that transcend typical parenting experiences. The Urgent Call to Action As the conversation concludes, Heather issues a straightforward invitation: if you're even slightly curious about foster care, reach out for a conversation. There's no obligation, no cost, and no pressure. Visit embracetfc.com to learn more and indicate your preferred method of contact. The agency will respond according to your comfort level, whether you're just exploring the idea or ready to begin classes. Ultimately, the message resonates clearly throughout the conversation: the Shenandoah Valley's foster children need local families who represent their communities and cultures. They need people who will maintain their connections to schools, therapists, and extended family. Most importantly, they need adults who will simply show up—consistently, reliably, and with genuine care. The need is great, but so is the potential for impact. As Heather reminds listeners, foster parents don't need to be perfect. They just need to be present.

GPs and nurse prescribers will be able to diagnose attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder or ADHD in adults from next week, but they won't be funded for it. Those working in the sector are warning it won't be as simple - or as cheap - as booking a 15 minute appointment. And it won't improve access for most children. Ruth Hill reports.

Struggling with goals as someone with ADHD? You're not alone. In this video, I break down a practical, compassionate approach to making goals that actually fit your brain.We'll cover:How to breathe life into your goals and make them meaningfulBreaking goals into small, achievable stepsCelebrating tiny wins to keep motivation aliveBecoming flexible with restarts without shameEliminating friction that gets in the way of progressIf you want ADHD-friendly, no-shame strategies for achieving goals that matter, this episode is for you.group coachingeating with ADHD group1:1 coaching

Most of the time, I'm hoping my guest will be a great one to have on the podcast, but with director + editor Sara Barger, I knew. She was an instructor as part of my documentary certificate program -- COVID killed the program -- but I got so much out of her thought process on how to make films. So when I saw her name listed prominently on the poster as the editor for her new film, DAD GENES, I knew I'd love to have her on the pod. I'm glad she agreed.As you hear in the intro, we talk about women in film and the lack of representation, as Sara served as president of Women in Film & Video, and through our conversation, I say she's forceful...because she is. But as I came up with that intro, I reflected on that: is that an attribute I'd give some guy? No. Because he'd be just being a guy. So a better way of putting it is Sara is how all people should be in film, regardless of gender: fierce advocates for their art. In this conversation, Sara and I discuss:her name being next to the director and producer on the poster;the story of DAD GENES and what the premiere was like in NYC;how she got her start in filmmaking;should directors know how to edit?;do you need to have a forceful personality to be a great editor?;looking back on her film, LITTLE BUT FIERCE (2020), and what she learned from it;finding issue areas to pursue as a documentary filmmaker;the quick 60 minute+ run time and her support for short feature docs;whether she loves the producing job -- on ads, yes; on films, no;progress on women in film;what's next for her and innovation in political advertising.Sara's Indie Film Highlights: THE SOCIAL DILEMMA (2020) dir. by Jeff Orlowski; THE GREAT HACK (2019) dir. by Karim Amer and Jehane Noujaim; THE LAUNDROMAT (2019) dir. by Steven SoderberghMemorable Quotes:"I don't think most people realize this, but when it comes to documentary filmmaker, the editor does a lot more than just piecing it together.""It was my first time seeing it with an audience. It was my first time seeing it on a screen larger than my laptop. And so I kept being like, oh my God, it looks so good. It sounds good. Okay, this is like a real movie.""I was the kid who was making all the neighborhood kids perform in backyard plays for our parents growing up.""The best people on set are the ones who know how to do everyone's jobs.""Yeah, I can edit this film, but you have to let me do my job.""When I'm in pain, when my back goes out, there's not enough weed on this planet.""The second you stop recording is when they say something amazing.""I have a ADHD, I'm like, come on man. We gotta keep this moving."Links:Sara Barger's WebsiteWatch LITTLE BUT FIERCE (2020)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

Dive into Episode #161 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and special guest Dr. Saara Haapanen, a former Olympic-level athlete, turned performance coach, whose neurodiversity led her on a voyage to understand how to create a universally healthy and safe space where humans can thrive despite their differences. Dr. Haapanen discusses her lived experience of ADHD, as well as her research on human physical and psychological performance factors, including psychobiosocial frameworks, to help organizations create workspaces that meet the needs of the humans they have gathered to do the work.

EP575. Is it ADHD… or is it perimenopause? Or is it both showing up at the same time to completely derail your nervous system?In this solo episode of The Mom Room, Renee gets real about her experience with ADHD, taking Vyvanse, and navigating perimenopause in her late 30s and early 40s. After a conversation with an OBGYN that stopped her in her tracks, Renee explores why so many women feel like their brains and bodies suddenly stop working, and why the overlap between ADHD symptoms and perimenopause symptoms is so often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or dismissed.Renee breaks down common ADHD symptoms in women, common perimenopause symptoms, where they overlap, and why medications like Vyvanse are helping some women function better during this stage of life. She also shares her personal experience starting birth control to manage perimenopause symptoms, why it helped, why it eventually won't be enough, and what modern hormone replacement therapy (HRT) actually looks like in 2026.This episode is equal parts educational, validating, and rage-inducing (in the best way). If you've been feeling overwhelmed, foggy, irritable, exhausted, or like you're “failing at adulting,” this conversation will make one thing very clear: you are not broken, you are under-supported.Women deserve real information, real treatment, and real quality of life. And we're finally starting to talk about it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When you're running on empty, your emotions hit harder and last longer. This week on Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, Pete and Nikki explore what happens to emotional regulation when you're already depleted—and what you can actually do about it.Building on last week's conversation about compassionate reframing, this episode dives into the physiology behind emotional dysregulation and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria). Pete shares insights from the polyvagal theory and the concept of the "vagal brake," explaining why breathing alone isn't enough when you're in fight-or-flight mode.Nikki breaks down the differences between emotional regulation, emotional dysregulation, and RSD with real examples that anyone with ADHD will recognize. Then they walk through practical grounding techniques that actually work—from ice cold water to wall push-ups to finding safe connection with others.You'll learn why your ADHD brain feels emotions at 100% when others are at 50%, why that negative comment from ten years ago still lives rent-free in your head, and how to create safety for your nervous system when you're already overwhelmed.Plus, get the free downloadable guide: "Regulate and Reframe: A Guide for Emotional Dysregulation and RSD" with simple tools to help you ground, reset, and find your way back to safety.Links & NotesDownload Regulate and Reframe: A Guide for Emotional Dysregulation and RSDThe Polyvagal Theory by Stephen W. PorgesPolyvagal Perspectives by Stephen W. PorgesSupport the Show on PatreonDig into the podcast Shownotes Database (00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast (03:01) - Emotional Regulation (11:31) - Signs Your Tank is Empty ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

If you feel like you're always decluttering and never making progress, perhaps it's because you haven't looked at the stuff behind the stuff. In this episode, I chat with Katy Joy Wells, host of The Maximized Minimalist podcast and author of Making Home Your Happy Place: A Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm to explore the deeper emotional roots of clutter and discover practical strategies for creating a peaceful home. Katy shares her powerful personal story and introduces her Holistic Decluttering Method that goes far beyond simple organizing tips. We discuss: - how Katy realized she was using clutter as a shield after a car accident rocked her family's world in 2017 - her Holistic Decluttering Method including root awareness, the four types of clutter, and designing our homes for follow-through - how we can find freedom by letting go of identity clutter - arguably the hardest type of clutter for moms Katy Joy Wells is a declutter expert, podcaster, simplifier, hype-woman, and boy mom. Through her best-selling declutter courses and globally recognized podcast, The Maximized Minimalist, Katy inspires a grace-filled, practical and self-affirming sense of "Wow! I really can do this!" for over 250,000 families across the world. Her new book Making Home Your Happy Place: A Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm helps families overcome overwhelm with actionable strategies, declutter with confidence, uncover the deeper roots of clutter and create effortless systems to maintain a peaceful home.   Resources Mentioned: Connect with Katy on her website, Instagram, and her podcast Pre-order her new book Making Home Your Happy Place: A Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm and snag some amazing bonuses here. **GIVEAWAY ALERT! Katy has graciously agreed to give away a signed copy of her new book. In addition, next week's guest Joshua Becker will be giving away a signed copy of his new book Uncluttered Faith! If you want to enter, follow these steps: Please leave a 5-star written review of the Moms Overcoming Overwhelm podcast in Apple Podcasts (only if you haven't left one before), or a rating/comment in Spotify. Here's a tutorial on how to leave a written review in Apple Podcasts. OR share it with a friend via text or social media! Screen shot the review BEFORE you submit a review (as it can take a few days to show up in Apple Podcasts) OR after you share with your friend and e-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com before 8 PM EST on Monday, February 9th, 2026. Please let me know in the e-mail if you're interested in Making Home Your Happy Place, Uncluttered Faith, or either book. The winners will be announced on the next episode on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Good luck! Related Episodes: Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 16: “My Husband Doesn't Want to Get Rid of Anything!” How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Decluttering in 5 Simple Steps *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

We always have a good time with a Q&A episode, so why should this one be any different? The only thing missing is your question, so be sure to submit it soon! Meanwhile, let's tread into the territory of what to do when our expectations for how a child would be is not the same as the child you are parenting, keeping ADHD kids focused for homeschool, and how should you "teach" music to your children? Grab a hot cup of cocoa, listen in, and then let me know what you think! ♥ Leigh     ASK YOUR QUESTION TO BE ANSWERED ON THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/homeschoolquestion   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome    GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   SIMPLIFY YOUR MEAL PLANNING https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/meal     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.myflodesk.com/subscribe Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/     Listen to these related episodes: 185. How to Help Your Homeschool Children Discover Their Gifts, Talents, & Abilities and Why This is Important For Their Future    302. If You Do Nothing Else In Your Homeschool Today: Focus On Character Training    6. What Is Considered Enough for Homeschooling Extra Subjects: Art, Music, PE? What Should I Be Doing?   

Hour 1 for 1/29/26 Drew welcomes David Strom to cover updates on the unrest in Minnesota (8:44). Caller: too many of our elected officials are not from MN (15:52) and protesting at offices of local officials (20:30). Then, Dr. Meg Meeker covers ADHD meds in kids (29:09). Callers: three kids with ADHD (32:07), my 43 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD (36:49), I'm a teacher and at one point doctors wanted my son on meds (42:44), and the importance of diet (45:53). Link: Hotair.com https://meekerparenting.com/

What happens when four professional organizers (who are also actual IRL dear friends) finally manage to get on the same schedule… before 2031?

For years, we were told it was anxiety, stress, hormones, or burnout. But it wasn't. In this episode, we're talking about what happens when ADHD in women goes unnoticed, how masking, people pleasing, high achievement, and emotional overwhelm get misread… and why so many women don't get diagnosed until adulthood.If you've ever felt “too much” or like you were secretly failing at things that seemed easy for everyone else… this one's for you.Follow us on IG: @tellmesispodcast https://bit.ly/3sPtSTsFollow us on TikTok: @tellmesispodcast https://bit.ly/3WniYlBListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3SZoSa7Listen on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3e70iFCFollow + Support AlexIG: http://bit.ly/1TUKMdBTikTok: https://bit.ly/3sp0hA5YouTube: http://bit.ly/1UWrxxqFollow + Support KylaIG: http://bit.ly/1L24YEdtellmesispodcast@gmail.com

Many parents worry that talking about sex, boundaries, consent, or online exposure will open doors too early—but real-world clinical experience shows the opposite. In this episode, Logan McIlwain explains why ongoing, everyday conversations actually reduce risky behavior and help kids feel safer turning to their parents instead of the internet. Dana Kay brings a deeply personal perspective as a mom of a teen and a tween, naming the fear so many parents quietly carry: "Am I too early… or already too late?" Logan gently dismantles the pressure to get it perfect and replaces it with a more sustainable truth—presence matters more than perfection. You'll learn how to use everyday "micro-moments" to build trust, how to respond calmly to sensitive questions, and how to reset conversations even if you feel behind. This episode is especially meaningful for parents of neurodivergent kids, where impulsivity and online exposure can make these conversations feel even heavier. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW Logan McIlwain: https://loganlcsw.com/ Parent Parkway Book - https://amzn.to/4b2R1cD KEY TAKEAWAYS [03:00] Why this episode isn't about biology—but real-world parenting [05:46] How inherited discomfort shapes today's parenting fears [07:16] Why parents don't need all the answers [08:30] What happens when parents stay silent [12:30] Why micro-conversations beat "the big talk" [16:15] The myth that talking leads to risky behavior [19:27] Handling unexpected, sensitive questions calmly [28:50] Resetting conversations when you feel behind [29:26] Logan's one actionable parenting tip MEMORABLE MOMENTS "If you don't talk about these things with your children, Instagram will." "We don't have to be perfect." "Kids feel like parents talk at them." "Circle back. That matters." "You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be present." "Understanding comes before teaching." Dana Kay Resources:

Many parents worry that talking about sex, boundaries, consent, or online exposure will open doors too early—but real-world clinical experience shows the opposite. In this episode, Logan McIlwain explains why ongoing, everyday conversations actually reduce risky behavior and help kids feel safer turning to their parents instead of the internet. Dana Kay brings a deeply personal perspective as a mom of a teen and a tween, naming the fear so many parents quietly carry: "Am I too early… or already too late?" Logan gently dismantles the pressure to get it perfect and replaces it with a more sustainable truth—presence matters more than perfection. You'll learn how to use everyday "micro-moments" to build trust, how to respond calmly to sensitive questions, and how to reset conversations even if you feel behind. This episode is especially meaningful for parents of neurodivergent kids, where impulsivity and online exposure can make these conversations feel even heavier. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW Logan McIlwain: https://loganlcsw.com/ Parent Parkway Book - https://amzn.to/4b2R1cD KEY TAKEAWAYS [03:00] Why this episode isn't about biology—but real-world parenting [05:46] How inherited discomfort shapes today's parenting fears [07:16] Why parents don't need all the answers [08:30] What happens when parents stay silent [12:30] Why micro-conversations beat "the big talk" [16:15] The myth that talking leads to risky behavior [19:27] Handling unexpected, sensitive questions calmly [28:50] Resetting conversations when you feel behind [29:26] Logan's one actionable parenting tip MEMORABLE MOMENTS "If you don't talk about these things with your children, Instagram will." "We don't have to be perfect." "Kids feel like parents talk at them." "Circle back. That matters." "You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be present." "Understanding comes before teaching." Dana Kay Resources:

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...   - What body doubling actually is and why your child may focus better simply because someone is nearby. - Why getting started on tasks (homework, getting dressed, chores) is often harder than the task itself for kids with ADHD. - How to be intentional about helping reduce procrastination, distraction, and emotional overwhelm for your child. - How to use body doubling in ways that build independence over time, instead of creating power struggles or burnout. - Real-life, low-effort examples of body doubling that don't require special systems, tutors, or more on your plate.   If your child struggles to get started, loses focus easily, or can only seem to work when someone is sitting with them, this episode offers a strategy to support them in a way that feels sustainable and actually works.     REFERENCES AND RELATED RESOURCES:  

[THE DISTINCTIVE EDGE CLIENT CASE STUDY] What if your marketing didn't just work… it actually made you feel more regulated? In this longer, laugh-out-loud-and-then-get-a-lump-in-your-throat conversation, Meg sits down with Tasha and Brandon (Rules & Rebellion)—burnout business strategists who support heart-centered business owners with Complex Life Circumstances (their term: CLC). If you've ever tried to follow someone's "post every day + hustle harder" blueprint and felt your nervous system slam the brakes… this episode will feel like someone finally telling the truth out loud. Tasha and Brandon share what it's like to build a business while navigating layered realities—ADHD, parenting, perimenopause, chronic stress, flare-ups, caregiving, life transitions—without pretending discipline alone is the answer. They talk about why so many business strategies feel like "duct tape on a Lamborghini," and what changed when they anchored their message in a clear framework and values-led positioning that actually fits real life. We also get into tangible results: how they used a relationship-based private invite strategy to bring in $6,000 more in sales between December and January than ever before, and why the bigger win wasn't just money—it was creating systems that made the business feel safer and more sustainable. And if you've ever thought, "I can't keep doing this… but I also can't not do this work," Tasha's closing message is basically a mic drop. In this episode, we cover: What "Complex Life Circumstances (CLC)" actually means—and why it changes how you market and sell Why most strategies feel like duct tape on a Lamborghini for high-capacity people with layered lives The difference between stabilizing your nervous system vs just soothing it How a framework gives you one clear way to explain what you do (and reduces daily decision fatigue) What changed when they stopped "spraying the internet" with content and started selling with a clear process How private invites work when you're not trying to be templated, pushy, or weird The underrated result: building systems that help you have a business and a life Why your message can't survive on "$27/month energy" if you're here to make real impact How autonomy inside a program creates better results than copy/paste "be like me" coaching Memorable moments / quotes: "It felt like duct tape on a Lamborghini." "It was energizing versus depleting." "I can't not do this work." "You can't survive on $27 a month if you're here to deliver a real message." "Meg never asked us to be her—she asked us to get out of our own way." Connect with Tasha & Brandon (Rules & Rebellion) Instagram: @rulesandrebellion Website: https://www.rulesandrebellion.com/  Podcast: Boldly Becoming You: https://rulesandrebellion.libsyn.com/    Want to apply for The Distinctive Edge? DM Meg on Instagram @MeganYelaney or apply at https://meganyelaney.com/tde    

Emotional dysregulation is one of the most challenging — and least understood — aspects of adult ADHD. Mood swings, emotional shutdowns, irritability, overwhelm, and intense reactions are often mistaken for personality flaws, when they are actually connected to how the ADHD brain processes stress, stimulation, and emotion. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, host Tara McGillicuddy and co-host Lynne Edris explore ADHD mood swings from a practical and compassionate perspective. They discuss why emotions often feel like they escalate quickly, how emotional buildup happens beneath the surface, and why the "last straw" is rarely the real cause of emotional reactions. This conversation covers: What emotional dysregulation looks like in adults with ADHD Why mood swings are often the result of accumulated stress and overload Common triggers such as interruptions, transitions, boundaries, and exhaustion How emotional dysregulation impacts productivity, relationships, and self-trust Early warning signs that signal emotional overload before it escalates ADHD-friendly ways to pause, reset, and recover Why self-compassion is essential after emotional reactions Rather than focusing on emotional control or perfection, this episode emphasizes awareness, preparation, and compassion as key tools for improving emotional regulation over time. This episode is especially helpful for adults with ADHD who feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, emotional paralysis, or self-criticism — and want to better understand their emotional experiences without judgment. Learn more and connect here: ADHD Support Talk Radio https://adhdsupporttalk.com Tara McGillicuddy https://www.taramcgillicuddy.com Lynne Edris https://www.coachingadvantages.com

Psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) are common, often misunderstood, and increasingly encountered in pediatric emergency care. These events closely resemble epileptic seizures but arise from abnormal brain network functioning rather than epileptiform activity. In this episode of PEM Currents, we review the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and clinical features of PNES in children and adolescents, with a practical focus on Emergency Department recognition, diagnostic strategy, and management. Particular emphasis is placed on seizure semiology, avoiding iatrogenic harm, communicating the diagnosis compassionately, and understanding how early identification and referral to cognitive behavioral therapy can dramatically improve long-term outcomes. Learning Objectives Identify key epidemiologic trends, risk factors, and semiological features that help differentiate psychogenic nonepileptic seizures from epileptic seizures in pediatric patients presenting to the Emergency Department. Apply an evidence-based Emergency Department approach to the evaluation and initial management of suspected PNES, including strategies to avoid unnecessary escalation of care and medication exposure. Demonstrate effective, patient- and family-centered communication techniques for explaining the diagnosis of PNES and facilitating timely referral to appropriate outpatient therapy. References Sawchuk T, Buchhalter J, Senft B. Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures in Children-Prospective Validation of a Clinical Care Pathway & Risk Factors for Treatment Outcome. Epilepsy & Behavior. 2020;105:106971. (PMID: 32126506) Fredwall M, Terry D, Enciso L, et al. Outcomes of Children and Adolescents 1 Year After Being Seen in a Multidisciplinary Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures Clinic. Epilepsia. 2021;62(10):2528-2538. (PMID: 34339046) Sawchuk T, Buchhalter J. Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures in Children - Psychological Presentation, Treatment, and Short-Term Outcomes. Epilepsy & Behavior. 2015;52(Pt A):49-56. (PMID: 26409129) Labudda K, Frauenheim M, Miller I, et al. Outcome of CBT-based Multimodal Psychotherapy in Patients With Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures: A Prospective Naturalistic Study. Epilepsy & Behavior. 2020;106:107029. (PMID: 32213454) Transcript This transcript was generated using Descript automated transcription software and has been reviewed and edited for accuracy by the episode's author. Edits were limited to correcting names, titles, medical terminology, and transcription errors. The content reflects the original spoken audio and was not substantively altered. Welcome to PEM Currents: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast. As always, I'm your host, Brad Sobolewski, and today we are talking about psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, or PNES. Now, this is a diagnosis that often creates a lot of uncertainty in the Emergency Department. These episodes can be very scary for families and caregivers and schools. And if we mishandle the diagnosis, it can lead to unnecessary testing, medication exposure, ICU admissions, and long-term harm. This episode's gonna focus on how to recognize PNES in pediatric patients, how we make the diagnosis, what the evidence says about management and outcomes, and how what we do and what we say in the Emergency Department directly affects patients, families, and prognosis. Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures are paroxysmal events that resemble epileptic seizures but occur without epileptiform EEG activity. They're now best understood as a subtype of functional neurological symptom disorder, specifically functional or dissociative seizures. Historically, these events were commonly referred to as pseudo-seizures, and that term still comes up frequently in the ED, in documentation, and sometimes from families themselves. The problem is that pseudo implies false, fake, or voluntary, and that implication is incorrect and harmful. These episodes are real, involuntary, and distressing, even though they're not epileptic. Preferred terminology includes psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, or PNES, functional seizures, or dissociative seizures. And PNES is not a diagnosis of exclusion, and it does not require identification of psychological trauma or psychiatric disease. The diagnosis is based on positive clinical features, ideally supported by video-EEG, and management begins with clear, compassionate communication. The overall incidence of PNES shows a clear increase over time, particularly from the late 1990s through the mid-2010s. This probably reflects improved recognition and access to diagnostic services, though a true increase in occurrence can't be excluded. Comorbidity with epilepsy is really common and clinically important. Fourteen to forty-six percent of pediatric patients with PNES also have epilepsy, which frequently complicates diagnosis and contributes to diagnostic delay. Teenagers account for the highest proportion of patients with PNES, especially 15- to 19-year-olds. Surprisingly, kids under six are about one fourth of all cases, so it's not just teenagers. We often make the diagnosis of PNES in epilepsy monitoring units. So among children undergoing video-EEG, about 15 to 19 percent may ultimately be diagnosed with PNES. And paroxysmal non-epileptic events in tertiary epilepsy monitoring units account for about 15 percent of all monitored patients. Okay, but what is PNES? Well, it's best understood as a disorder of abnormal brain network functioning. It's not structural disease. The core mechanisms at play include altered attention and expectation, impaired integration of motor control and awareness, and dissociation during events. So the patients are not necessarily aware that this is happening. Psychological and psychosocial features are common but not required for diagnosis and may be less prevalent in pediatric populations as compared with adults. So PNES is a brain-based disorder. It's not conscious behavior, it's not malingering, and it's not under voluntary control. Children and adolescents with PNES have much higher rates of psychiatric comorbidities and psychosocial stressors compared to both healthy controls and children with epilepsy alone. Psychiatric disorders are present in about 40 percent of pediatric PNES patients, both before and after the diagnosis. Anxiety is seen in 58 percent, depression in 31 percent, and ADHD in 35 percent. Compared to kids with epilepsy, the risk of psychiatric disorders in PNES is nearly double. Compared to healthy controls, it is up to eight times higher. And there's a distinct somatopsychiatric profile that strongly predicts diagnosis of PNES. This includes multiple medical complaints, psychiatric symptoms, high anxiety sensitivity, and solitary emotional coping. This profile, if you've got all four of them, carries an odds ratio of 15 for PNES. Comorbid epilepsy occurs in 14 to 23 percent of pediatric PNES cases, and it's associated with intellectual disability and prolonged diagnostic delay. And finally, across all demographic strata, anxiety is the most consistent predictor of PNES. Making the diagnosis is really hard. It really depends on a careful history and detailed analysis of the events. There's no single feature that helps us make the diagnosis. So some of the features of the spells or events that have high specificity for PNES include long duration, so typically greater than three minutes, fluctuating or asynchronous limb movements, pelvic thrusting or side-to-side head movements, ictal eye closure, often with resisted eyelid opening, ictal crying or vocalization, recall of ictal events, and rare association with injury. Younger children often present with unresponsiveness. Adolescents more commonly demonstrate prominent motor symptoms. In pediatric cohorts, we most frequently see rhythmic motor activity in about 27 percent, and complex motor movements and dialeptic events in approximately 18 percent each. Features that argue against PNES include sustained cyanosis with hypoxia, true lateral tongue biting, stereotyped events that are identical each time, clear postictal confusion or lethargy, and obviously epileptic EEG changes during the events themselves. Now there are some additional historical and contextual clues that can help us make the diagnosis as well. If the events occur in the presence of others, if they occur during stressful situations, if there are psychosocial stressors or trauma history, a lack of response to antiepileptic drugs, or the absence of postictal confusion, this may suggest PNES. Lower socioeconomic status, Medicaid insurance, homelessness, and substance use are also associated with PNES risk. While some of these features increase suspicion, again, video-EEG remains the diagnostic gold standard. We do not have video-EEG in the ED. But during monitoring, typical events are ideally captured and epileptiform activity is not seen on the EEG recording. Video-EEG is not feasible for every single diagnosis. You can make a probable PNES diagnosis with a very accurate clinical history, a vivid description of the signs and appearance of the events, and reassuring interictal EEG findings. Normal labs and normal imaging do not make the diagnosis. Psychiatric comorbidities are not required. The diagnosis, again, rests on positive clinical features. If the patient can't be placed on video-EEG in a monitoring unit, and if they have an EEG in between events and it's normal, that can be supportive as well. So what if you have a patient with PNES in the Emergency Department? Step one, stabilize airway, breathing, circulation. Take care of the patient in front of you and keep them safe. Use seizure pads and precautions and keep them from falling off the bed or accidentally injuring themselves. A family member or another team member can help with this. Avoid reflexively escalating. If you are witnessing a PNES event in front of you, and if they're protecting their airway, oxygenating, and hemodynamically stable, avoid repeated benzodiazepines. Avoid intubating them unless clearly indicated, and avoid reflexively loading them with antiseizure medications such as levetiracetam or valproic acid. Take a focused history. You've gotta find out if they have a prior epilepsy diagnosis. Have they had EEGs before? What triggered today's event? Do they have a psychiatric history? Does the patient have school stressors or family conflict? And then is there any recent illness or injury? Only order labs and imaging when clinically indicated. EEG is not widely available in the Emergency Department. We definitely shouldn't say things like, “this isn't a real seizure,” or use outdated terms like pseudo-seizure. Don't say it's all psychological, and please do not imply that the patient is faking. If you see a patient and you think it's PNES, you're smart, you're probably right, but don't promise diagnostic certainty at first presentation. Remember, a sizable proportion of these patients actually do have epilepsy, and referring them to neurology and getting definitive testing can really help clarify the diagnosis. Communication errors, especially early on, worsen outcomes. One of the most difficult things is actually explaining what's going on to families and caregivers. So here's a suggestion. You could say something like: “What your child is experiencing looks like a seizure, but it's not caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Instead, it's what we call a functional seizure, where the brain temporarily loses control of movement and awareness. These episodes are real and involuntary. The good news is that this condition is treatable, especially when we address it early.” The core treatment of PNES is CBT-based psychotherapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy. That's the standard of care. Typical treatment involves 12 to 14 sessions focused on identifying triggers, modifying maladaptive cognitions, and building coping strategies. Almost two thirds of patients achieve full remission with treatment. About a quarter achieve partial remission. Combined improvement rates reach up to 90 percent at 12 months. Additional issues that neurologists, psychologists, and psychiatrists often face include safe tapering of antiseizure medications when epilepsy has been excluded, treatment of comorbid anxiety or depression, coordinating care between neurology and mental health professionals, and providing education for schools on event management. Schools often witness these events and call prehospital professionals who want to keep patients safe. Benzodiazepines are sometimes given, exposing patients to additional risk. This requires health system-level and outpatient collaboration. Overall, early diagnosis and treatment of PNES is critical. Connection to counseling within one month of diagnosis is the strongest predictor of remission. PNES duration longer than 12 months before treatment significantly reduces the likelihood of remission. Video-EEG confirmation alone does not predict positive outcomes. Not every patient needs admission to a video-EEG unit. Quality of communication and speed of treatment, especially CBT-based therapy, matter the most. Overall, the prognosis for most patients with PNES is actually quite favorable. There are sustained reductions in events along with improvements in mental health comorbidities. Quality of life and psychosocial functioning improve, and patients use healthcare services less frequently. So here are some take-home points about psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, or PNES. Pseudo-seizure and similar terms are outdated and misleading. Do not use them. PNES are real, involuntary, brain-based events. Diagnosis relies on positive clinical features, what the events look like and when they happen, not normal lab tests or CT scans. Early recognition and diagnosis, and rapid referral to cognitive behavioral therapy, change patients' lives. If you suspect PNES, get neurology and mental health professionals involved as soon as possible. Alright, that's all I've got for this episode. I hope you found it educational. Having seen these events many times over the years, I recognize how scary they can be for families, schools, and our prehospital colleagues. It's up to us to think in advance about how we're going to talk to patients and families and develop strategies to help children who are suffering from PNES events. If you've got feedback about this episode, send it my way. Likewise, like, rate, and review, as my teenagers would say, and share this episode with a colleague if you think it would be beneficial. For PEM Currents: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Podcast, this has been Brad Sobolewski. See you next time.

What if the problem was never a lack of energy… but a lack of coherent systems?In this episode, I'm revisiting the Quintillionaire Mindset and going deeper into a concept that quietly shapes our lives, our money, and our nervous systems: entropy.Many empaths, highly sensitive people, and ADHD minds aren't disorganized because they're incapable — they're overwhelmed by poorly designed systems that siphon energy into hypervigilance, procrastination, and chronic overextension. When energy can't circulate, it collapses into entropy.This conversation weaves together:The Quintillionaire Mindset and post-scarcity consciousnessEntropy vs. intelligent, self-sustaining systemsADHD, empathic hypervigilance, and disorganized thinking as energy leaksTrauma, sovereignty, and the fragmentation of creative energyThe body as a closed, regenerative ecosystemThe figure-eight / toroidal field as our natural energetic designHow money became an externalized “god” that hijacked our creative currencyAt the heart of this teaching is a simple but radical truth:All problems that require money are solvable.Money is not the constraint.Energy is not the constraint.Design is the constraint.When we restore sovereignty to the body, regulate the nervous system, and reconnect to our internal creative loop, energy begins to circulate again. Entropy dissolves. Wealth stops being chased and starts being stabilized.This episode is an invitation — not to hustle harder — but to come home to the self, reclaim creative sovereignty, and begin designing systems that honor who you actually are.✨ WANT TO GO DEEPER?

How do you help your student transition to college if they have ADHD or struggle with Executive Functioning? In this episode, we welcome on Debbie White, an ADHD & Executive Functioning Coach who's the Founder of Life Stormer. Hear the difference between ADHD & Executive Functioning, how to know if your student needs more support, what happens when a student with ADHD or Executive Functioning concerns ends up at the wrong college, how to prepare your student for college without compromising their independence, and how to leverage ADHD or Executive Functioning skills as a gift and superpower. Connect with Debbie at LifeStormer.com and on LinkedIn, and Subscribe to College Bound Mentor on your favorite podcast platform and learn more at CollegeBoundMentor.com

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), pervasive drive for autonomy, is a deeply misunderstood and often overlooked profile within the neurodivergent spectrum. For many families, living with PDA can feel confusing, isolating, and emotionally overwhelming, especially when traditional parenting approaches seem to make things harder, not easier.In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Dr. Casey Ehrlich, a researcher, coach, and mother to two PDA children, who brings both personal insight and professional expertise to help us reframe what's really going on beneath the behaviours.If you've ever been told your child is “oppositional” or “defiant,” or your child resists even basic everyday requests, from brushing their teeth to getting dressed, or you're exhausted from trying to get it “right,” and you're starting to question the very foundations of what parenting is “supposed” to look like...This conversation is for you.With the right support and education, children with PDA can thrive. And as parents, we can begin to feel more resourced, more connected, and far less alone in supporting our kids.Tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are ON SALE!Click here to book your ticket for a full day of community, connection, awareness and growth.Key Takeaways:Why Casey prefers the term "pervasive drive for autonomy"How PDA can override even basic needs like eating, hygiene and safetyWhy traditional parenting approaches often backfire and what to try insteadThe four observable PDA traits: survival drive for autonomy, equalising, masking, and need for undivided attentionHow PDA differs from Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)What nervous system dysregulation looks like in PDA children and how to support itThe emotional toll on parents and how to care for yourself tooHow animals can support emotional regulation for PDA kidsWhat PDA can look like in adulthood (and why it's often misread as narcissism or avoidance)Timestamps07:01: A Deep Dive into Pervasive Drive for Autonomy12:22: Understanding Oppositional Defiance and PDA18:13: The Journey of Parenting Neurodivergent Children23:34: A Paradigm Shift to Parenting PDA Kids26:51: Understanding PDA and Burnout35:57: Nervous System Activation in Parenting and Adult Life41:21: The Impact of PDA on Relationships47:54: Navigating Parental ChallengesTickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are ON SALE!We're so excited to be offering you a full day of real-life connection, calm, and community for late-diagnosed women ready to feel understood, supported, and seen.Kate will be joined by two ADHD expert guest speakers, Hannah Miller and Dr Hannah Cullen!You can expect:Honest, thoughtful, informative conversationsConnection with like-minded, late-diagnosed ADHD womenInformation on hormones, energy levels and nervous system regulationA space to come back to yourself, with women who truly get itEvent details: Friday, March 6th 2026, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm in Wilmslow (near Manchester).Book your...

In this season 3 opening episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott revisit a foundational question from the very first episode of the podcast: what makes me neurodivergent? Returning to the topic with years of lived experience, self-understanding, and community insight, they reflect on how their understanding of autism, ADHD, and neurodivergence has evolved. They explore neurodivergence as an alternative neurotype, not a single deficit, and unpack how traits often grouped under autism and ADHD — including dyslexia, dyspraxia, PDA, hypersensitivity, RSD, and hypermobility — can show up differently in every person. They discuss their abilities — challenging both deficit-only narratives and toxic positivity — and explore special interests, bottom-up processing, pattern recognition, empathy, storytelling, and deep knowledge-gathering. They discuss:Revisiting “what makes me neurodivergent?” years laterNeurodivergence as an alternative neurotype, not a single conditionHow disability is shaped by environment, not just diagnosisEnergy, hypersensitivity, executive function, and burnoutMasking, communication gaps, and being misunderstoodWhy “autism” alone doesn't explain lived experienceSpecial interests, knowledge-gathering, and bottom-up thinkingNeurodivergent culture, labels, and identityA reflective, wide-ranging conversation about disability, ability, identity, and why neurodivergent people make sense — even when the world around them doesn't.Our Sponsors:

For the next few weeks, the guys will be re-airing some of their favourite episodes from our archives.After debriefing about the return of Jimmy Kimmel (1:15), in the second emergency podcast in as many weeks, Asif and Ali discuss President Trump's recent press conference linking autism to Tylenol use. Ali starts off by asking Asif about autism (8:27). Asif discusses what it is, how common it is, and the theories about why the prevalence of autism has been increasing over the past 2 decades. He then goes over the genetic causes of autism and the common questions he asks if he sees a patient who he suspects may have autism. Finally they discuss current treatments for autism.The guys then go over what exactly Trump said in his press conference about Tylenol and autism (33:33), followed by Asif describing the studies which refute and support these claims. They also talk about the dangers of pregnant women not taking medications to treat fevers as well of the dangers of ibuprofen use in pregnancy. Finally, Ali asks Asif about the controversial link between autism and vaccines and disgraced physician Andrew Wakefield. The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from PixabayContact us at doctorvcomedian@gmail.comShow Notes:Autism Canada: https://www.autismcanada.org/diagnosisTrump links autism to acetaminophen use during pregnancy, despite decades of evidence it's safe: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/09/22/health/trump-autism-announcement-cause-tylenolAcetaminophen in Pregnancy and Attention-Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39637384/Evaluation of the evidence on acetaminophen use and neurodevelopmental disorders using the Navigation Guide methodology: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40804730/Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Children's Risk of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2817406Maternal Acetaminophen Use and Offspring's Neurodevelopmental Outcome: A Nationwide Birth Cohort Study: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ppe.70071ACOG Affirms Safety and Benefits of Acetaminophen during Pregnancy: https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2025/09/acog-affirms-safety-benefits-acetaminophen-pregnancyMotherToBaby | Fact Sheets: Ibuprofen: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK582759/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 11! In our opening episode, we sit down with Karen Costa, a faculty development facilitator specializing in online pedagogy, trauma awareness, and course/community design. Our conversation focused on her forthcoming book, An Educator's Guide to ADHD: Designing and Teaching for Student Success, to be published in January 2026. In this conversation, Karen challenges educators to rethink how we frame ADHD in the classroom. In reframing ADHD as a normal variant of the human experience rather than a disorder to be corrected, we can avoid ableist language that undermines our pedagogical aims in the classroom. Karen also shared practical strategies for supporting ADHD students, including offering multiple assignment formats and providing clear task lists and deadlines. Both of these approaches strike a delicate balance between creative freedom and helpful constraints in course design. Throughout our discussion, Karen reminds us that reducing shame in the classroom and celebrating students' diverse strengths may be the most powerful tools we have as educators.Learn more about Karen Costa's work in her forthcoming book:Costa, K. (2026). An Educator's Guide to ADHD: Designing and Teaching for Student Success. Johns Hopkins University Press.Other materials referenced in this episode include:Costa, K. (2020). 99 Tips for Creating Simple and Sustainable Educational Videos: A Guide for Online Teachers and Flipped Classes. Routledge. Karen Costa's website: https://www.100faculty.com/

Ever catch yourself spiraling over a decision and feeling like your brain won't stop replaying every possible “what if”? Dr. J is joining us to talk about rumination, overthinking, and getting caught in a mood spiral as a woman with ADHD. We're breaking down why we get stuck and practical ways to interrupt those thought loops. For more on this topic: Try: ADHD Unstuck (a free self-guided activity)Listen: How to climb out of mental rabbit holes (from Hyperfocus)Read: ADHD and mood swingsFor a transcript and more resources, visit Sorry, I Missed This on Understood.org. You can also email us at sorryimissedthis@understood.org. ADHD Unstuck is a free, self-guided activity from Understood.org and Northwestern University designed to help women with ADHD boost their mood and take small, practical steps to get unstuck. In about 10 minutes, learn why mood spirals happen and get a personalized action plan of quick wins and science-backed strategies that work with your brain. Give it a try at Understood.org/GetUnstuck.Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Aurora Dreger speaks with Annie Shan, Samantha Senajon, and Sanvi Nethikunta, the high school leaders behind Mindset Math. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to ensuring K-12 students in underserved communities have access to high-quality STEM education. Additionally, Mindset Math focuses on creating accessible learning pathways for every student. They discuss their work on various initiatives, specifically an AI-powered learning platform developed in collaboration with learning scientists to support students with disabilities such as dyscalculia, autism, and ADHD. Access the full podcast transcript at bit.ly/5MinsWithMindsetMath

Jessica loves her soundproof phone booth and June releases a PSA for conference calls. Plus we dive into “the big fog,” ADHD secrets, and 80s and 90s classroom cheats.Get 50% Off Monarch, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarch.com/dive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Brooks joins Brent Daniels to share his incredible journey from flipping 700 houses to building a lending powerhouse aiming for $1 billion in annual loans. This episode is a masterclass on the evolution of an entrepreneur—moving from the "hero" doing the work to the "guide" building a scalable legacy. Nathan strips down the realities of open-heart surgery, cage fighting at 39, and the exact social media strategies that lead to free deals and top-tier hires.If you are stuck trading time for dollars or feeling the weight of business ADHD, Nathan provides the operational blueprint to help you transition from a lifestyle business to an entity built for exit. Own the real estate game by joining the TTP training program. ---------Show notes:(1:03) Beginning of today's episode(2:26) The "Free Deal" Strategy: How to get 4 extra deals a year using Facebook Stories(3:09) The Pillars of Social Media: How to connect emotionally without being repetitive(10:36) Story Brand in Real Estate: Being the "Guide," not the "Hero" in your copywriting(12:58) The 6'4" Striker: Why Nathan took a cage fight at age 39 to face his bullies (15:51) Showing up for the "Life Game": Recovering from open-heart surgery and chasing a six-pack at 45 (19:10) The Power of the Mastermind: Why Nathan launched a high-level community in Kansas City (21:38) Why Nathan quit flipping to become "the bank" (24:48) Lifestyle Business vs. Exit Strategy: Building a company that doesn't need you to function(28:03) Finding the people who are "naturally bent" toward the details----------Resources:Bridge Mastermind (Kansas City)StoryBrand by Donald Miller The E-Myth by Michael Gerber Think and Grow Rich (Power of the Mastermind)To speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

Today on Literally, Not OK I'm joined by two of my absolute fave fitness girlies – Chelsea Collins and Suzanne Tribo (aka Skimzy!) – for a chaotic, unhinged and actually helpful chat about all things wellness, body image, influencer life, fitness myths, sleep struggles, and why our husbands are literally not okay at gossip. From body dysmorphia to creatine, and everything in between – this is the safe space for hot girls with ADHD and gym anxiety.

Tired of ADHD strategies that don't work? Here's what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup_____If you feel busy, stimulated, but still oddly unsatisfied, this episode will explain why. ADHD isn't a dopamine deficiency. It's a regulation problem. Tracy breaks down what dopamine actually does in the ADHD brain and why chasing it through scrolling, shopping, sugar, urgency, or constant stimulation leaves so many women feeling flat or burned out. ADHD brains don't have a broken gas tank. They have a sticky accelerator. The issue isn't pleasure. It's how often and how intensely we spike it.Tracy explains dopamine spikes versus baseline, why wanting outpaces liking, and why novelty driven motivation fades so quickly for ADHD brains. Drawing on neuroscience research, she shows how constant stimulation lowers baseline motivation and turns productivity hacks, new planners, and systems into part of the same dopamine loop. This has nothing to do with discipline or follow through. It's biology.The episode closes with practical ways to work with dopamine instead of fighting it, including dopamine pauses, time bound resets, replacement instead of restriction, and small doses of productive discomfort. Tracy explains why confidence comes from self trust and why environment design matters more than willpower. Dopamine isn't the enemy. It's fuel. Learning how to steer it changes everything.Resources: Website: tracyotsuka.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/tracyotsuka YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tracyotsuka4796FREE 3-days to Fall in Love With Your ADHD Brain training on Jan 6th:  https://tracyotsuka.com/ilovemybrain Tired of ADHD strategies that don't work? Here's what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message If this podcast helps you understand your ADHD brain, Shift helps you train it. Practice mindset work in just 10 minutes a day. Learn more at tracyotsuka.com/shift Instead of Struggling to figure out what to do next? ADHD isn't a productivity problem. It's an identity problem. That's why most strategies don't stick—they weren't designed for how your brain actually works. Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy is different. It's a patented, science-backed coaching program that helps you stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits.

Submit your question and we'll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastThis week's episode is also brought to you by Nursing Queen; stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you'll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.Birth interventions can make breastfeeding challenging in the beginning. Listen intoday as Dianne and Abby discuss different interventions and how you can getthrough this difficult time.If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.  Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Birth interventions-Revisited [4:48]Medicated delivery [6:25]Vacuum or forceps delivery [12:40]Fast (precipitous) birth [16:20]Cesarean delivery [16:46]Things that can help [19:55]Pitocin and latch issues [22:00]Mother / Baby separation [27:52]Episiotomy and perineal repair [32:40]Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/jaundice-myths-and-breastfeedinghttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-nicu-and-separated-babies/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne's blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring, https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/ScottHolmes

Welcome back to Father Knows Something! Dad advice with a dash of ADHD, and some millennials chiming in to add their takes. This week's episode is all about opportunity. Jerry and Justin discuss listener write-ins showcasing the many different ways that opportunity can present itself. From a potential promotion at work to a mom who thinks she can call all the shots for her daughter's wedding and even to going through a breakup. If you've ever experienced any of these situations, did you feel it created an opportunity for you and how did it end up? Please leave your advice for these listeners in the YouTube comments and we'll see you next week! Submit your write-in ! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/V6DarM6gJuBRa9uZA Bonus Stories on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/fatherknows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ !! Our P.O. Box: Father Knows Something. 5042 Wilshire BLVD. #470. Los Angeles, CA. 90036Follow up on Instagram @ Father Knows Something UPDATE US!! If your story has been read respond here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/6CP9KoWvJ4NMKewa7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to subscribe and tell us what you would give for advice! Full-length audio episodes are available on all podcast platforms! Index: 00:00 -- Start Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People Pleasing Is Dangerous for Autistic & ADHD Kids: What Parents and Therapists Need to Know People pleasing is often labeled as being kind, flexible, or mature. But for autistic and ADHD children and teens, people pleasing is often something else entirely. It's a self-protective survival strategy—one rooted in fear of rejection, emotional pain, and the belief that their needs are "too much." In this episode of The Autism ADHD Podcast, I talk about why people pleasing is especially risky for neurodivergent kids and teens, how it develops, and the early warning signs adults often miss. I also share a very real moment from my own life—standing in a grocery store with no water at home, right before a major ice storm—and how that moment revealed just how powerful (and dangerous) people pleasing can be, even after a year of hard work. This episode is for parents, therapists, and educators who want to support autistic and ADHD children and teens in building safety, boundaries, and self-trust—without pushing them into burnout. In this episode, I cover: What people pleasing really looks like in autistic and ADHD children and teens Why people-pleasing is closely connected to masking and emotional safety Early warning signs, including over-apologizing and difficulty saying no How people pleasing is often unintentionally reinforced by adults and peers Why people pleasing increases burnout, anxiety, and vulnerability in relationships How supporting capacity and boundaries can reduce meltdowns and shutdowns If you've ever worried that teaching boundaries might make a child "too rigid" or "selfish," this episode offers a compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming reframe.

Can supplements actually support kids with sensory processing challenges? In this episode, we take a research-based look at supplements commonly recommended for sensory processing disorder and neurodivergent individuals. We talk honestly about what science does (and doesn't) say.In this episode, you'll learn:What sensory processing disorder is and how it impacts daily lifeWhy supplements are becoming more common in the sensory worldWhich nutrients show the most promise in current researchWhy quality, testing, and sourcing of supplements really matterHow to safely explore supplements without overwhelming your childThanks for listening

Today's episode is part one of a two-part series on dysfunctional families and ADHD.I'm sharing this from a very real place. The last few weeks have been heavy with extended family drama, and when things feel overwhelming, I name it and bring it into the light. As someone writing a book on healthy relationships for adults with ADHD, I want you to know I come by this work honestly.When I look at my own family tree, I see generations shaped by abuse, addiction, emotional neglect, and unaddressed mental health struggles. I refuse to despise my lineage—but I also refuse to continue these patterns. It stops with me.If you have ADHD, there's a strong chance your family system shaped how safe it feels to have needs, set boundaries, and regulate emotions. This episode isn't about blame or shame—it's about clarity.You'll learn:Why dysfunction can exist even when there was loveHow emotional neglect often goes unnoticedWhy guilt shows up when you set boundaries10 common signs of a dysfunctional family systemAwareness is how cycles are interrupted. In Part Two, we'll explore what healthy families actually look like and how to move toward that—without burning it all down.Episode Resources: Toxic Family Test Patrick Teahan YouTubeWatch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#932: Join us as we sit down with Paris Hilton –  global icon, entrepreneur, philanthropist, recording artist, DJ, & more. As CEO of 11:11 Media, Paris has harnessed her self-made spotlight to architect a thriving entertainment & consumer products empire. In this episode, Paris dives into nostalgic 2000s culture, discusses how the media landscape has evolved, her pioneering role in influencer culture, opens up about her advocacy work against emotional growth schools, discusses her efforts to legislate against AI-generated explicit content, shares insights on managing ADHD, & touches on her latest documentary, Infinite Icon: A Visual Memoir. To Watch the Show click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To connect with Paris Hilton click HERE To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode. Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194. To learn more about Paris Hilton visit https://parishilton.com. Infinite Icon: Visual Memoir, coming to a theater near you on January 30th.  This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential Your skincare routine, reimagined. Shop The Skinny Confidential Face Towels today at https://shopskinnyconfidential.com/products/face-towels. This episode is sponsored by Branch Basics  If you want to try the Premium Starter Kit today and get 15% off, head to http://BranchBasics.com and use my code SKINNY15 for 15% off your first order.  This episode is sponsored by Experian Get started with the Experian App now! Results will vary. Not all bills or subscriptions eligible. Savings not guaranteed. Paid membership with connected payment account required. See http://experian.com for details. This episode is sponsored by The RealReal Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to http://TheRealReal.com/skinny. This episode is sponsored by Purely Elizabeth Visit http://purelyelizabeth.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 20% off to taste the obsession yourself. This episode is sponsored by Puori Use code SKINNY at http://puori.com/SKINNY to get 32% off Puori Creatine+ when you start a subscription. This episode is sponsored by Maui Nui Head over to http://mauinuivenison.com/SKINNY. Produced by Dear Media