ADHD Essentials

Today, we’re talking to Dr. Norrine Russell. Dr. Russell is a former psychology professor, and the founder and owner of Russell Coaching for Students. Russell Coaching is one of the largest student coaching practices in America, and works with complex students to help them develop executive functioning skills and social emotional skills. Norrine talks to us about lying and ADHD. She shares reasons why our kids might lie to us (and themselves), and why it’s not as offensive as we might think. She also shares how the core deficits of ADHD relate to lying, and things to do to reduce and even prevent lying. >>>Register for the ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups

Today, we’re talking to Shane Thrapp of “Creating Order from Chaos”. Shane is an ADHD coach, sits on the board for the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, and moderates the largest men’s ADHD group on Facebook. Shane shares his ADHD diagnosis story, and the role his son played in it. He talks about how his parenting journey - the ways that our parents, for good or for ill, set the bar for us as parents, and why owning our mistakes as parents can be both incredibly hard and incredibly important. He also discusses his involvement with both the Men’s ADHD Support Group on Facebook (and how they help their members move beyond toxic behaviors so they can have healthy, supportive interactions), and the Inattentive ADHD Coalition (which seeks to help raise awareness of Inattentive ADHD). Guest Links: Learn more about Shane at https://www.creatingorderfromchaos.com/ Find the Men's ADHD at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mensadhdsupportgroup/members Learn more about the Inattentive ADHD Coalition here: https://www.iadhd.org/ Where's Brendan? November 7th– I’m part of the Putting Mama First Virtual Summit where I’ll be talking about why setting boundaries is part of self-care, and how to set them. November 7th– I’m also part of the See Beyond ADHD Virtual Summit. This one is a more free ranging interview where I talk about everything from the foundations of ADHD management, to homeschooling, to why we should give ourselves more credit. November 17th– I’ll be at the International Conference on ADHD in Texas sharing a workshop on for ADHD professionals on how to be a good podcast guest. November 18th– I’ll still be at the ADHD conference, and I’ll be hosting a panel of ADHD influencers featuring Jessica McCabe, René Brooks, John Hazelwood, and Dani Donovan. December 3rd - I'm on a panel at the board gaming convention, PAX Unplugged in Philly, talking about the relationships between ADHD and Dungeons and Dragons. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified

Today, it's just me. I'm discussing a metaphor I've been sharing for years in my workshops, but somehow haven't brought to the podcast yet. It's a way to pay more attention to the things that are going smoothly, rather than the things that are getting in the way and causing trouble. It's an important skill to develop, so we can reinforce the things we want, and have a better outlook on our lives. And it's especially critical with ADHD in the mix. Where's Brendan? November 1st– I'll be doing a live webinar for ADDitude on how teachers and parents can help lonely teenagers who are dealing with peer rejection. November 7th– I’m part of the Putting Mama First Virtual Summit where I’ll be talking about why setting boundaries is part of self-care, and how to set them. November 7th– I’m also part of the See Beyond ADHD Virtual Summit. This one is a more free ranging interview where I talk about everything from the foundations of ADHD management, to homeschooling, to why we should give ourselves more credit. November 17th– I’ll be at the International Conference on ADHD in Texas sharing a workshop on for ADHD professionals on how to be a good podcast guest. November 18th– I’ll still be at the ADHD conference, and I’ll be hosting a panel of ADHD influencers featuring Jessica McCabe, René Brooks, John Hazelwood, and Dani Donovan. December 3rd - I'm on a panel at the board gaming convention, PAX Unplugged in Philly, talking about the relationships between ADHD and Dungeons and Dragons. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Dr. Elizabeth Kilmer. Dr. Kilmer is a licensed clinical psychologist and the director of education and training at Game to Grow. In this outstanding interview Elizabeth shares a brief exploration of the ways Dungeons and Dragons supports social growth, and then for the bulk of the interview we examine the SPARK model from Game to Grow’s Critical Core program, and how parents can use this guide for good game mastering to improve their parenting. I recognize that this interview might seem a bit niche and geeky. But I promise, even if you have zero interest in Dungeons and Dragons, you’ll find it the information useful. Throughout, we’re essentially looking at the similarities and metaphorical interconnections between being and game master and being a parent and leader. Besides, it’s been a few years since I last did a D&D episode. Guest Links: Learn more about Dr. Elizabeth Kilmer at https://gametogrow.org/about/staff/elizabethkilmer/ Learn more about Game to Grow at https://gametogrow.org Learn more about Critical Core at https://gametogrow.org/essentials/ Use the code "essentials" for a 10% discount! Where's Brendan? November 1st– I'll be doing a live webinar for ADDitude on how teachers and parents can help lonely teenagers who are dealing with peer rejection. November 7th– I’m part of the Putting Mama First Virtual Summit where I’ll be talking about why setting boundaries is part of self-care, and how to set them. November 7th– I’m also part of the See Beyond ADHD Virtual Summit. This one is a more free ranging interview where I talk about everything from the foundations of ADHD management, to homeschooling, to why we should give ourselves more credit. November 17th– I’ll be at the International Conference on ADHD in Texas sharing a workshop on for ADHD professionals on how to be a good podcast guest. November 18th– I’ll still be at the ADHD conference, and I’ll be hosting a panel of ADHD influencers featuring Jessica McCabe, René Brooks, John Hazelwood, and Dani Donovan. December 3rd - I'm on a panel at the board gaming convention, PAX Unplugged in Philly, talking about the relationships between ADHD and Dungeons and Dragons. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Alex Gilbert of Capeable Consulting. Alex is a New Yorker (Go Mets), a yogi, and a brunch enthusiast. After spending her career in leadership development, Alex has moved into the coaching and consulting with people with learning disabilities and ADHD. In this excellent, wide ranging episode, Alex talks to us about ADHD and careers. She shares what our favorite games can tell us about the careers we should pursue, how to navigate our weaknesses at work, the roles boredom and excitement play for ADHDers at work, how to distinguish between things that are hard and things that are challenging, ways to help our kids get jobs, and why extracurriculars are so valuable. >>>CHECK OUT THE ADHD SUMMIT OCTOBER 17-20

Today, we’re talking to Holly Blanc Moses. Holly is a psychologist who helps neurodiverse kids, adults, and families. She’s also one of the hosts of the upcoming ADHD Summit that I mentioned earlier. You can find my link in the show notes. In this episode, Holly talks to us about ADHD in girls. We discuss how cultural expectations influence the way ADHD symptoms affect girls, the importance of nature of girls’ social relationships, and the prominent role that anxiety can play in the life of girls with ADHD. >>>CHECK OUT THE ADHD SUMMIT OCTOBER 17-20

Today, we’re talking to Cathy Rashidian of Ready Set Choose Coaching. Cathy is an executive and ADHD coach to emerging leaders, and the host of the Proudly ADHD podcast. In this episode, we discuss the importance of moving beyond structure, routine, and productivity when it comes to managing ADHD, why we should take more care in looking at home much time we actually have to do things, menstruation and ADHD, and the relationship between production, emotions and processing styles. Side note, this episode is overdue. It was recorded back in February before things went off the rails for me. So, some of the examples might be a little out of season. Sorry about that, but it’s good to be back! >>>Register for a free call about my parenting groups here!

Today, it's just me, your host in abstencia. In today’s episode, I share a little bit about the family stuff I've been going through that led to the podcast being so intermittent of late, pledge to return to weekly posting moving forward, and share a lesson of two about parenting (and just being human) that I've learned as a result of all this. Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired ADHD Essentials Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Amanda Morin. Amanda works in print and digital media as a writer and editor, empowering parents and educators to affirm the pivotal roles they play in children’s education. She played an integral role in launching Understood.org in 2014. In today’s episode, we discuss what Understood.org is and why it’s so valuable, learning loss during the pandemic, masking, and the importance of acceptance for neurodiversity. Guest Links: Learn more about Amanda and her work at https://www.amandamorin.com Explore Understood.org ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired ADHD Essentials Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Brandon Tessers of Effective Artistry. Brandon is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), trained professional actor, amateur singer/songwriter, former schoolteacher, and a self-described “enthusiastic if sometimes ill-prepared husband and father”. He’s been helping children and adults with their executive functioning for over a decade, and has been doing so as a licensed therapist for the last five years. In this wide ranging episode, Brandon shares his Accomplishment Equation. He talks about motivation as resource management, ways to recover energy, negative vs positive aims, and why change requires discomfort. Register for a Free Consult for the Summer Parent Coaching Groups Guest Links: Learn more about Brandon Tessers at https://centerforeffectiveartistry.com ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired ADHD Essentials Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

In this episode we’re talking to therapist and author, Claire Bidwell Smith. Claire is a grief expert, and her latest book is “Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief”. In this episode, Claire talks to us about grief. She discusses the interconnections between anxiety and grief, a few different models and perspectives on the subject, it’s cyclical nature, the importance of making space for grief, how to handle it with kids, and why grief is around us more than we might think. Register for a Free Consult for the Summer Parent Coaching Groups Guest Links: Learn more about Claire and her work at https://clairebidwellsmith.com Get Claire's books at https://clairebidwellsmith.com/books/ ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired ADHD Essentials Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected]

Today, we’re revisiting an episode from May of 2020 with Richard Tedeschi. Richard originated the concept of posttraumatic growth with his colleague Lawrence Calhoun during their years at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. More recently, he has been applying the posttraumatic growth concept in the development of innovative programs for combat veterans and first responders. The success of which is leading to their implementation at a number of venues across the country. His new book about the growth experiences of military families is Transformed by Trauma: Stories of Posttraumatic Growth (2020). In Today’s Episode, Dr. Tedeschi talks to us about trauma, PTSD, and Post traumatic growth as it relates to the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss how getting clear on our beliefs can help us more effectively navigate this crisis, the importance of taking action for our mental health - especially actions that help others, and how parents can help their kids better handle difficult and challenging times. Register for a Free Consult for the Summer Parent Coaching Groups Guest Links: Find Dr. Teschi's books: Transformed by Trauma: Stories of Posttraumatic Growth (2020) The Posttraumatic Growth Workbook (2016) ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired ADHD Essentials Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected]

In this episode we're talking to Alex Gilbert of Capeable Consulting. Alex has ADHD and dyslexia. And after spending her career working in leadership development, she decided to start a consulting and coaching business to help adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD who are struggling in their careers. In this episode, Alex talks to us about navigating jobs, careers, and employment with ADHD. She discusses what your favorite game has to do with picking a job, navigating boredom and imposter syndrome, the fact that interview questions are a two way street, and why things can be challenging but not hard. >>>The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

Today, host Brendan Mahan explores why ADHD is poorly named in response to some of the things talked about in the recent episode featuring René Brooks, Inger Colzie, and Stacey Machelle. >>>The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

In this episode of the podcast we are talking to my friend Coco Stanback. Coco is an ADHD and parenting coach whose family is, unsurprisingly, affected by the disorder. In this episode, Coco discusses effective co-parenting. She talks about why we should first seek to understand when things get challenging, the importance of knowing and honoring each others’ skill sets, and her three core C’s of parenting. >>>The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

This episode of the podcast was commandeered by René Brooks of Black Girl Lost Keys. I thought we were going to have one-on-one interview and catch-up, but René had other plans and brought along some friends! So it’s me, René, ADHD coach and mental health clinician Inger Shay Colzie, and the Stacey Machelle of ADHD is the New Black on YouTube. In this episode, we discuss and demonstrate the importance of singing people’s praises and the supportive nature of the ADHD Community, the power of planting seeds, finding humor in ADHD, the importance of diverse voices in ADHD, and some excellent Ending Essentials. >>>The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

Today, we’re talking to Cindy Goldrich, the founder of Pathways to Success Coaching. Cindy is a mental health counselor and ADHD coach who has been working in the field for over 15 years. She is the author of two books on parenting children with ADHD, and books and training programs have been translated into multiple languages. In addition to working with parents, Cindy also trains ADHD coaches and other professionals. In this episode, we discuss ways to distinguish between supporting and enabling, Cindy’s three N’s of praise, and the importance of connection and setting appropriate expectations in managing family dynamics. Register for The ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups Guest Links: Connect with Cindy at https://ptscoaching.com Buy her book here! ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected]

In today's episode, I share how I responded to a guy who didn't like my supportive, and encouraging approach to parenting. He tried to crush my positivity by saying, "I don't believe that everyone deserves a trophy". So, I thought about it and came back to him with a clearer perspective. The gist of which is that ADHD is a developmental disorder, so kids with ADHD might not meet the same standards as other kids their age. We should meet them where they are. Then teach them to do better moving forward. This episode will teach you how to do that. >>>Check Out the Decoding Behavior Summit

In today’s episode, we’re revisiting a conversation I had with Monica Hassell. Monica is an ADHD coach based in Australia. She and her husband Jon make up ConnectADHD. Monica has presented at the International Conference on ADHD several times, and her work is outstanding! In today’s episode, we discuss Executive Function, why ADHD rarely travels alone, and the various layers that underlie problem behaviors through Monica’s outstanding Volcano model of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The image for the volcano will be in the show notes. >>>Check Out the Decoding Behavior Summit

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Renee Crook. Renee is a veteran ADHD coach who works with adult clients both one-on-one and in groups. She sits on the board of directors for ADDA and is the chair of their virtual support groups. She also teaches for RenaFi, a financial education program for ADHDers, and trains coaches as part of the faculty of the ADHD Coach Academy. In this episode, Renee shares her story and discusses how her struggles with ADHD led to her leaving teaching and becoming an ADHD coach. Along the way we discuss why clear expectations matter so much, how prioritization struggles can affect performance, the importance of standing up for ourselves, why ADHDers so often take on too much, the power of planting seeds, and the healing hidden of helping others. >>>Check Out the Decoding Behavior Summit

In today's episode, I share a strategy I use to help kids get their homework done. (I use it to help adults get stuff done, too!) It involves assessing in advance the time and effort/energy required to do each homework assignment (or part of the task) and then using the information to make decisions about prioritization and sequencing. So, not only dies it help kids attack the task at hand, but it build executive functioning skill, too! ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Dr. Sharon Saline. Dr. Saline is a friend of the pod, a licensed, clinical psychologist, and the author of “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew”. In this episode, Dr. Saline and I talk about the effects of the pandemic on children and families. We discuss the data on mental health pre- and post-pandemic, moral injury, the effect it is having on social skills, and ways to manage the anxiety we're all experiencing. Register for The ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups Guest Links: Connect with Dr. Saline at https://www.drsharonsaline.com Buy her book here! ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected]

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Dr. Randy Kulman. Dr. Kulman is the founder and president of LearningWorks for Kids. He coordinates their team of psychologists, educators, and digital designers in a quest to make video games good for kids. As a licensed clinical child psychologist, Dr. Kulman has been working directly with kids and families for the past 30 years, and has become a leading expert on the use of digital technologies for improving thinking skills in children. In this episode, Dr. Kulman joins us to discuss all things screen time. We explore screen time as play time and what makes a healthy play diet, the difference between neurotypical and neurodiverse screen use, how screens can teach executive functioning skills, the various types of screen time and why not all of them equal, what makes games good for kids, how tech companies have worked to make screen time irresistible, and five rules for limiting screen time. >>>Register for The ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups

Today, we're talking to Dr. Robert Gruberman. Robert is the director of his school district’s gifted and talented program. He has been assessing and teaching gifted children for nearly two decades, and has been a public educator for even longer. In today’s episode, we discuss ADHD and giftedness through the lens of an academic expert in the field. We talk about the various components of giftedness, and where they overlap with ADHD, the social emotional side of giftedness, how twice exceptional kids are affected by having both ADHD and giftedness, and how to help kids with ADHD, giftedness, or both, manage the challenges they face. >>>Register for The ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups

In today's episode, I'm talking about children's stress, parental stress, and the interplay between the two. And, I have a present for you! ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Aurora Remember Holtzman. Aurora is a school psychologist, neurodivergence coach, and host of the Embracing Intensity podcast. And her focus is giftedness and twice exceptionality. In today’s episode, Aurora discusses just that – giftedness and twice exceptionality! She talks to us about the challenges of twice exceptionality, how ADHD and giftedness can mask each other, executive function fatigue and burnout, common challenges for the gifted, and why giftedness should not be confused with achievement. >>>The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

Today, we’re talking to ADHD Jon-Jon. Jon is a minority black male and men’s health advocate with ADHD. I’ve been following him on twitter for a while now, and am excited to finally have him on the show! In today’s episode, John and I talk about having ADHD and learning how to live! We discuss working at thriving rather than just surviving, the importance of taking action, vulnerability, being mindful rather than just having a mind that is constantly full, and managing anxiety. >>>The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

In today's episode, I share a tool I've been using for a few years now to help me reframe my thoughts in order to gain distance, depersonalize the thoughts I don't want to be having, and better see the role unhealthy cultural systems play in those unwanted thoughts. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with to Cindy Jobs about holiday planning. Cindy is an expert in the field of organization, and an Associate Certified Coach. She helps people with ADHD simplify their lives through education, structure, and support. In today’s episode, we talk about setting reasonable expectations around the holidays, the importance of clear, honest, early, and open communication, managing the various holiday pressure cookers, and using traditions to foster connection. Guest Links: Find Cindy Jobs https://www.cindyjobs.com ADHD Essentials Links: Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Links: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Denise Thomas. Denise helps equip parents to take an active role in supporting their children to live a life of greater financial freedom by teaching them how to reduce or eliminate their kid’s college debt. Her mission is to FLIP the student debt statistic in the U.S! In this episode, Denise talks about how she sent her kids to college debt-free, and shares strategies for you to do the same. She tells us about how her family’s financial hardship forced her to find alternative ways to fund her children’s college, the three things colleges look for in their applicants, why it’s never too early to look into scholarships, and importance of story-telling and marketing. Guest Links: Learn more about Denise and her work at https://www.getaheadoftheclass.com ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

It's Day 3 of the Annual International Conference on ADHD, and it's virtual again for 2021! We're still doing the rough cut debriefs, but today os the last day! Each day, I've grabbed some folks to do a quick, unedited reflection on the conference. For day 3, I'v got Alan Brown, Roxie Martin, Moira Maybin and Jessica McCabe! Check it out! >>>REGISTER FOR ADHD CON 2021!!! GET 15% OFF!!!

The Annual International Conference on ADHD is virtual again for 2021! And we're still doing the rough cut debriefs! Each day, I'll be grabbing some folks to do a quick, unedited reflection on the conference. For day 2, I grabbed Will Curb, Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parecalls, Kate Barrett, Lollie Weeks, and Jon Hassall! Check it out! >>>REGISTER FOR ADHD CON 2021!!! GET 15% OFF!!!

The Annual International Conference on ADHD is virtual again for 2021! And we're still doing the rough cut debriefs! Each day, I'll be grabbing some folks to do a quick, unedited reflection on the conference. Today, I grabbed Tamara Rosier, Inger Shaye, Monica Hassall, and Jeff Copper! Check it out! >>>REGISTER FOR ADHD CON 2021!!! GET 15% OFF!!!

In today's episode, I share a tool I've been using for a few years now to help me get emotional space, and be more empathic and compassionate when I'm supporting people (including my kids!) who are going through a challenging time. >>>REGISTER FOR ADHD CON 2021!!! GET 15% OFF!!!

Today, we’re talking to Phyllis Fagell, author of Middle School Matters. Phyllis is a school counselor, and author of the book Middle School Matters. In this episode, Phyllis talks about ten key life skills through the lens of middle school. She discusses the importance of good friend choices and the influence of peer presence, reasons why we want to help our kids get clear on their values, the effects of the pandemic on kids as well as ways to mitigate those effects, navigating teacher/student mismatches, the imaginary audience, and the value of identifying emotions. NOTE: This episode was recorded over the summer. So a few of the examples are a little dated. Podcast Time is weird. Guest Links: Learn more about Phyllis and her work at https://phyllisfagell.com Buy her book, "Middle School Matters" here. Webinar Links: The ADHD Awareness Expo http://www.profcs.com/app/?af=1686079 On The Right ADHD Trail Summit https://ontherightadhdtrail.com ADHD Simplicity at Home Summit https://ve.whatnowadhdsummit.com/BMahan ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Trent McEntire. He's the founder of FireUpYourBrain.com, and creator of the Brain Speedball. Trent became a professional dancer after rehabilitating his own severe movement restrictions caused by a brain injury at birth, and has continued to work on understanding how the mind-body connection and neuroplasticity can be used to address challenges in attention, emotional regulation, and movement. In today’s episode, Trent shares his story, and talks to us about his work with physical movement and the senses to address neurodiverse and development challenges. We discuss failing first grade, cerebral palsy, the importance of engaging our senses, why clear goals and measuring outcomes matter, and the power of play. Guest Links: Learn more about Brent and his work at https://www.fireupyourbrain.com Webinar Links: The ADHD Awareness Expo http://www.profcs.com/app/?af=1686079 On The Right ADHD Trail Summit https://ontherightadhdtrail.com ADHD Simplicity at Home Summit https://ve.whatnowadhdsummit.com/BMahan ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Leanne Kaplan. Leanne is a school psychologist working with elementary school students. I really enjoyed this conversation. It was both wide ranging, and insightful. In today’s episode, Leanne talks about how school testing works. She shares the basic things we should, as well as things that don’t show up on tests and rating scales, the difference between private testing and school testing, and the importance of looking at the whole student to determine what’s best for your child. Webinar Links: The ADHD Awareness Expo http://www.profcs.com/app/?af=1686079 On The Right ADHD Trail Summit https://ontherightadhdtrail.com ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking Anthony Amitrano, M.Ed., M.A. Anthony is an instructional technology specialist in Northbridge, MA, as well as a former music teacher and school administrator. He also has a website called edupowertools.com that provides resources related to using technology in education. In this episode Anthony talks to us about technology education. He discusses the way the use of technology is changing in schools – from worksheets to more creative and collaborative projects, ways parents can support their kids through technology - setting boundaries for technology as well as talking about digital citizenship, the power of teacher and district websites, and the Northwestern Tree Octopus. >>>Register for Free Parent Coaching Groups Info Call

Today, we’re talking to friend of the pod, Tamara Rosier! Tamara is an ADHD and Leadership coach, founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, author of the new book, “Your Brain’s not Broken”, which was released this week! In this episode Tamara and I talk about her new book, “Your Brain’s not Broken”. We discuss managing the basic things in life, the interplay of anxiety and imagination, convergent vs divergent thinking, ADHD as an at-risk population, and ways to manage our emotions. >>>Register for Free Parent Coaching Groups Info Call

Today, we’re talking to Aimee Buckley. Aimee is the CEO and Chief Academic Officer of the online tutoring platform, Study Help Inc as well as a full-time special education teacher of mild to moderate students with 25 years of experience, and the adoptive mom of a neurodiverse daughter. In today’s episode Aimee talks to us about using understanding rather than patience to manage frustrating behaviors and situations, looking at issues as problems to solve rather than moralizing them, the benefits of impulsivity, being solution-focused, behavioral strategies that help at home, and the effervescence of ADHD! >>>Register for Free Parent Coaching Groups Info Call

Today, we’re talking to Ashleigh. She’s an ADHD mom, and previous member of the ADHD Essentials Parent Coaching Groups. Ashleigh contacted me a little while ago and said she wanted to help support the groups. In today’s episode she does just that. She asks to me about my vision for the parent groups, and tells me about the things got from them. I share how my background contributes to the parenting philosophy and the skills that I teach during the eight weeks of the parenting groups, Ashleigh shares how meaningful it was for her to connect with other ADHD parents, and some of the lessons she found most important. This episode is basically a free sample of what goes on in the groups, you get a little bit of the content and, hopefully, a little of the connection as well. I’m sure you’ll find something valuable in it. (Like anxiety smiley faces! Because we talk about those, too!) ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to me! For the 100th Episode of the ADHD Essentials Podcast, my friend Cameron Gott, offered to flip the script, and interview me about what I learned over the course of doing 100 episodes. Well, we’re doing it again for episode 200! Cameron is a phenomenal ADHD coach, who’s been doing it for over two decades, as well as the co-host of the Translating ADHD podcast with Shelly Collins. In today’s episode Cam interviews me about the past present and future of the ADHD Essentials podcast. I talk about my goals for the show, why the second hundred was so much harder than the first (hint: It’s COVID), and the value of connecting, and how I posted 200 episodes of a podcast in a row without missing a week, despite having ADHD. >>>Register for TEFOSCheck Out My Buddy Tim's Charity Twitch Stream

Today, we’re talking to Dr. Nicole Beurkins. Dr. Beurkins is a child psychologist who has appeared in Good Housekeeping, The New York Times, The Washington Post and has been featured on both NBC, CBS, and ABC, including The Today Show. In today’s episode, Dr. Beurkins discusses ADHD and integrative health. She talks about her neurodiverse-friendly approach - she is focused on helping people not changing them. She also talks about why our starting points should be simple and doable, and digs deep into the ways the mind can affect the body and vice versa, and the importance of sleep, nutrition, and movement in ADHD management. >>>Register for TEFOS Here

In today's episode, I share my thoughts on cleaning a room. Among these are a way to avoid panic-cleaning, the Five Box method, the Job of the Space method, using timers and clipboards, what to do once it's clean, and the power of self-forgiveness. >>>Register for TEFOS HereADHD reWired Podcast Network Live Q&A! Register Here

Today, we’re digging into the vault to hear from Gail Oakerman. Gail is an Educational Consultant, Counselor, and one of my old College Professors. She runs Five Points Counseling in Lunenburg, MA. In today’s episode, we discuss the internal struggle of ADHD, how systemic & cultural realities get in our way, the power of teaching our kids ways to talk about their challenges, and harnessing incremental change. Guest Links: Learn more about Gail and her work at https://www.gailokerman.com ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Keri Wilmot. Keri is a pediatric occupational therapist with over twenty years of experience in the field, a consultant to the toy industry as the “Toy Queen”, and the author of “Wired Differently: A Teacher’s Guide to Understanding Sensory-Processing Challenges”. Keri talks to us about the important role sensory processing plays in the lives of the neurodiverse. She tells us about the role of an occupational therapist, reveals that we actually have eight senses - not five, illuminates the difference treatment and woo when it comes to sensory integration, and shares the role that a healthy sensory diet plays in self-regulation. Guest Links: Learn more about Keri and her work at https://toyqueen.com Order her book, “Wired Differently: A Teacher’s Guide to Understanding Sensory-Processing Challenges” ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Jessica McCabe! Jessica is the creator and host of the “How to ADHD” YouTube Channel where she shares her toolbox of ADHD tips, techniques, information, and strategies to help us work with our brains rather than against them. This is an incredibly wide-ranging interview in which Jessica shares some of the lessons she’s learned while working on “How to ADHD”, and goes into her personal experiences with ADHD. She talks about being surprised by just how much of her life was affected by ADHD, how ADHD traits can be a blessing and a curse, how to be successful without being neurotypical, navigating para-social relationships, the long-term impact of the core beliefs we develop about ourselves, making invisible challenges more visible, dealing with imposter syndrome. Guest Links: Learn more about Jessica and her work at https://howtoadhd.com. And check out How to ADHD on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/howtoadhd! ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

In today's episode, I reflect on the lessons I've learned during the ongoing COVID19 pandemic including (but not limited to) why focusing on connection is key, the importance of time alone how exhausting transitions can be, that if you want it to happen you have to MAKE it happen, and the fact that both kids and adults need to feel like they’re contributing, and accomplishing something. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials ADHD Diversified ADHD Friendly Lifestyle

Today, we’re talking to Will Henshall. Will is an inventor, tech entrepreneur, and music producer. He was the founding member of the band Londonbeat, whose hit song “I’ve Been Thinking About You” reached #1 on the Billboard charts in the early 90s. His latest endeavor, Fous@Will is a science-based music streaming service designed to help people work more efficiently and reduce distractions. In this episode, Will talks about how music affects the brain. We discuss why it can be used to reduce our anxiety and help us focus, how music affects the limbic system of our brain, and Will even shares a few non-musical productivity hacks toward the end of the show! Alright, let’s get rolling. >>> ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups

Today, we’re talking to Dr. Raffael Boccamazzo, otherwise know as Dr.B. Dr.B is the clinical director at TakeThis.org, an organization working to decrease the stigma and increase support for mental health in the game enthusiast community and inside the game industry. In this episode, Dr. B talks about the three characteristics of burnout, the difficulties of not being taught how to be neurodiverse in a neurotypical world, the six causes of burnout, and the importance of supporting our children’s independence. >>> ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups