Podcasts about your adhd life

Dr. Ned Hallowell is best know as the co-author of Driven to Distraction. He's authored many more books and has a new one that will be released in June : Because I Come From A Crazy Family the Making of A Psychiatrist. On this episode of Your ADHD Life, Dr. Milliken and Dr. Hallowell talk about Dr. Hallowell's life with ADHD- yep, he has it too! This conversation ranges from growing up with ADHD and a reading disorder, to learning, brain management, apple cider vinegar and PLAY!! This conversation was a treat. Enjoy! 

I had a blast talking to my friend Dr. Kirsten Milliken. We started off doing an episode for her show, Your ADHD Life, and wrapped up with this episode of ADHD Essentials. Kirsten is a psychologist, a mother (with ADHD) of two boys (one with ADHD, one without), and an ADHD coach! So there was a lot to talk about. In today’s episode, we discuss about her journey to getting an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, her book PlayDHD, and the importance of learning how to pause when moments get heated. She also indulged me as I told her about a scavenger hunt I created for my boys that was inspired by her work. There’s a lot in this one. I hope you enjoy it!   Dr. Kirsten Milliken can be found at YourADHDLife.com. Her book, PlayDHD, can be found here.And you can contact her here.   Let me know what you think of today's episode by emailing me at Brendan@ADHDessentials.com. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com.  My blog post on how I created the scavenger hunt is here.    Show Notes   2:06     How Dr. Kirsten became diagnosed with ADHD 4:07     Missing signs of ADHD because you’re too close to them 5:11     The “ah-ha” moment of diagnosis 6:18     Professionals who “get” ADHD tend to have ADHD 6:49     Not all clinicians understand ADHD at a deep enough level 7:45     ADHD is a matter of degree 8:30     Does our distracted culture make it harder to prove ADHD is valid? 8:58     Yes. Unless you have a good metaphor 9:31     ADHD, asthma, and our distracted culture 11:23   Going back to Dr. Kirsten as a parent 11:38   ADHD adds a lot of fun! 12:01   Folks with ADHD can be frustrating for nonADHDers 12:52   Oftentimes strong emotions spread from mm to son, and vice versa 13:15   Wanting things to be better for our kids 14:03   The emotional challenges of ADHD 14:31   The movie “Up” gets Oliver down 14:58   “As a parent, I wanna fix that!” 15:17   Uncomfortable emotions mean you care 15:49   The challenge of being less emotionally reactive 16:04   Naming our emotions helps us control them 16:27   They’re not trying to upset us 16:56   “This is” vs. “You are” 17:04   PlayDHD 17:45   Brendan and Kirsten’s first meeting 18:28   Usibng play to help kids manage ADHD 19:18   The link between ADHD and play 20:01   What the doc means by play 21:03   Using play to help kids clean their room 23:00   Kirsten inspires Brendan’s scavenger hunt 23:53   The clues built the skills 25:05   Addressing social emotional needs with the hunt 26:41   You can use play to teach lids things 27:02   There’s a reason kids with ADHD can be class clowns. 27:16   “Just a doctor” 28:01   Coaching is the best model for treating ADHD 28:15   Coaching vs. Therapy 28:44   Therapy is about “fixing” yourself 29:19   Coaching is about where you want to go 30:41   Your ADHD Life 32:36   If you understand, you can help 32:47   Ending Essential 34:13   Managing the pause 35:58   Finding the pause after the reaction 37:41   Modeling the pause

NBA star, Swen Nater, talks about UCLA Coach John Wooden’s philosophy on teaching.  Swen offers insight into how coach Wooden applied theories of learning to engage his players, effectively make corrections, and produce a team of motivated and successful players.  Swen and Kirsten give examples of learning strategies that work on and off the court.  They also talk about the reason that players with ADHD don’t need Ritalin on the court- even though they are in a learning environment.  This is a dynamic and educational conversation for parents, educators, and coaches. Swen Nater is a two-time ABA All-star, leading rebounder NBA and ABA, member of “30/30 Club,” author, coach and speaker. During his time playing at UCLA, he had the fortune to be coached by the legendary John Wooden.  They remained friends and Swen brought much of what he learned from Coach Wooden forward into his careers both on and off the court.   Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.

In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (http://digcoaching.com) joins forces with Dr. Kirsten Milliken, host of Your ADHD Life (http://youradhdlife.com). They have an open discussion and talk about lived experience of strategies to defeat bullying, as well as structures, routines, and getting help to perform and produce desired outcomes. They talk about the joy but also the pressure of expectation to perform when others are blind to the process but yet are fixated on outcome. The two will also talk about coping with high expectations that result from success. “If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, get the proper diagnosis and treatment. Then you can live a fulfilling life” is a well-articulated quote from Dr. Ned Hallowell. If you have ADHD or are a fan of Attention Talk Radio or your ADHD life, don’t miss this interview. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works. Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

Learning is not a matter of will.  It takes the right environment, motivation, interest, and communication to teach someone so that they can learn.  On this episode of Your ADHD Life my guest, Brendan Mahan offers some tips for students who are struggling to learn.  Kirsten talks about her experience of learning new material as an adult (not grownup) with ADHD. We discuss the internal and relational barriers to learning and how to get past these.  Brendan also gives insight into how ADHD coaching works. Brendan is a former teacher and guidance counselor and is now an ADHD Coach and the host of ADHD Essentials.  He teaches clients about the “Wall of Awfuls” that can get in the way of progress when you have ADHD.  

An interview with Tom Nardone about his awesome brain, the tumor that managed to find space in his skull, the reality of facing surgery, and the importance of being real in any situation. If you don't know Tom Nardone yet, you will want to know him better after this show. Tom is having brain surgery on Tuesday. Whether you watch or not, please direct your healing thoughts and energy to him that day and in the days following while he heals. The ADHD community and the rest of the world would not be the same without him. Update since the interview- Tom came through surgery with flying colors and is healing well.  Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD. Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.

Rob Hatch is the co-president of Owner Media Group, with Chris Brogan. He is also an amazing business coach- and he has ADHD! Rob shares some of his coaching tips for entrepreneurs who have ADHD (or don’t) and some fantastic ideas for working with your ADHD when you’re trying to find your next job! This is part two of a conversation. Part 1 is episode 9 of Your ADHD Life. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD. Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community. Mentioned in this episode: http://robhatch.com/ http://owner.media/ https://www.facebook.com/rob.hatch.524

Your ADHD Life Host and Psychologist, Dr. Kirsten Milliken, answers your questions about ADHD.  This is the first episode of this kind for Your ADHD Life.  Listeners sent in questions that we answered during the live show.   With School starting this week for many kids in the US, most of the questions were related to homework hassles, morning routines, and communicating with the school.  Listen in to the show to get some great tips and insights about ADHD from the doctor. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teacher  

Dr. Sean Wise is an expert on startups & venture capital. He is a university professor, best-selling author, international business speaker, and host of The Naked Entrepreneur! And he has ADHD. Dr. Wise is joined by his heroic mother, Beverly Wise, who has always supported and believed in her son. These two are a dynamic duo and have some positive insights and tips about ADHD. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD. Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.

Rob Hatch is an entrepreneur, a learner, a coach, and he has ADHD! As part of the dynamic duo at Owner media, Rob knows and practices the concept that “structure is necessary” as an entrepreneur with ADHD. Rob talks about how he and Chris Brogan use "Action Step" systems to get things done effectively. He also shares thoughts about the importance of systems, planning ahead and other strategies that create more mental freedom and time to say yes to opportunities and fun we want in our lives. Rob also gives some great tips on meeting your big goals! Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.

This is part 2 of 2. Hyperfocus and complex thinking as well as shutting down and emotional overwhelm can all be part of the ADHD picture. It can be both fun and frustrating for us and people around us. Drew joins us to talk about the fun and challenges of being a dad, partner, big thinker, and emotional person with ADHD. Diagnosed as an adult, Drew has been successful at work but sometimes struggles with managing the details of an increasingly complex home life and the nuances and emotional aspects of ADHD that can impact relationships and other aspects of our lives. This is a truly honest discussion about some of the challenges of ADHD. Our guest offers some great insight and tips into the workings and management of the ADHD mind. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.

Amy and Steven of Maynard Toys share the insider scoop behind their newest creation- FLIPPIT! A revolutionary new fidget toy. Their story involves intrigue, romance, technology, dental anxiety, and ADHD! I'm sure there will be a movie n the future. But we have them here first! Want to know more now? Follow this link: http://upvir.al/29649/flippit Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.

On Episode 6 of Your ADHD Life we talk about “To-Dos.” This week’s guest, Lisa, is the Queen of to-do lists. Paper and pen, apps or other technology provide an assortment of ways to capture your daily list. Why stick with one? Especially if you have ADHD. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD. Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community. Mentioned in this episode: Nozby, 30/30, Pomodoro, and spiral notebook and pen! Productivityist.com, Get Things Done

Elizabeth is a mom and educator who has some questions about whether there is a reason to pursue a suspected diagnosis for her son, especially if they don’t want to pursue medication. During the show we also talk about the anxiety and perfectionism that can sometimes accompany being a high achiever; how to “read the room” as a substitute teacher; and some great tips on addressing problem behaviors at home and school. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD. Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community. Subscribe to the show to get your weekly shot of dopamine when we publish new content! Don't be stingy with the dopamine- share the show with a friend!

Dr. Milliken’s mother, Susan Wood, asks questions and gets answers about what ADHD is, what it looks like, how it can look different and more. She has some thoughtful questions about understanding ADHD that any parent, partner or adult with ADHD can benefit from hearing the answers to. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD. Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community.   Make sure you subscribe to this podcast to get a dopamine rush each time we upload a new episode!

Our guest, Natalie, shares some of the challenges of getting a diagnosis and finding the right provider and treatment for each of her kids.  She gives some great advice, shares information about different forms of treatment, and how her kids have benefited from the right treatment. Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community. **If you know a teacher, parent, partner or professional who you think other people with ADHD should hear from, let us know.  We'd love to have them as a guest.

Rachel and her family all have ADHD.  She shares the challenges and some tips about how they are all keeping on task to get this enormous job done.   Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast Dr. Kirsten Milliken interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community. Make sure to subscribe to the show and share it with a friend!  **Note that the sound quality of the first few shows is not ideal... but we are getting better!

An introduction to your host, Dr. Milliken, the podcast itself and Oliver!   Every week on Your ADHD Life podcast psychologist, Dr. Kirsten Milliken, interviews people affected by ADHD.  Guests include parents, partners, teens, adults, teachers and other professionals. This is your online ADHD support community. Make sure to subscribe to the show!