Attention Talk Radio

ADHD 101: Get a Diagnosis or Not?

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Think you might have ADHD? Curious about the reasons you should get a diagnosis? What's involved? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD ...

ADHD: What to Know When Looking for Love

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD and yearning for a long-term relationship? How do you know when you find a good match? On Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://dig...

The Impact of Puberty and Hormonal Changes on ADHD

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pulling out your hair trying to guide your ADHD child through puberty? ADHD combined with hormonal changes makes the capacity for concentration, focus...

ADHD: Balancing Weight Challenges with Self-Regulation

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Those with ADHD often struggle with self-regulation and a higher prevalence of obesity. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host and ADHD coach J...

ADHD: Paying Attention to the Wrong Thing?

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle? Are you drowning in a sea of tips, tricks, and strategies? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Coppe...

ADHD: How Worry and Anxiety Are Connected

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Managing ADHD often brings on stress and anxiety, leading to persistent worry. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https:...

ADHD: Organizational Systems Don’t Have to Be Pretty

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is organization more about appearance or about practicality and efficiency? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Cop...

ADHD: Salting the Hay to Fuel Motivation

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder hinges on self-regulation, and motivation is its lifeblood. But remember, you can lead a horse to water, but ...

ADHD: Managing Weight and Wellness

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering if there are connections between ADHD, your lifestyle choices, and keeping your weight in check? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, AD...

ADHD and Getting It: Trying to Define "It"

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got ADHD. You get it. You think you get it. What is it to “get it?” How do you know if somebody gets it? In this episode of Attention Tal...

ADHD: Teaching Skills and Training Behavior?

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Have you worked with an executive function coach? Have you worked with a behavioral therapist? Do you find the benefits of these interventio...

ADHD: Accidentally Writing a Book Out Loud

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you have goals? Dreams? Aspirations? Ever thought about trying to write a book? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attenti...

The Case For and Against Changing the ADHD Label

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder—that label is so negative. Just using the words “deficit” and “disorder” are charged with negativit...

ADHD: When Values Conflict

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you feel guilt and shame? Do you struggle sometimes because you can't do everything? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD ...

ADHD and Overcoming Tragedy: What Do You Do?

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Losing someone to ADHD can be devastating, especially to the parents of a son who, in one quick moment, made an impulsive choice that ended his life. ...

Connect, Learn, and Thrive ADHD Conference

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Hungry for information, insights, and help? Are you ready to connect, learn, and thrive? The 2023 Annual International Conference on ADHD is...

Handling Rough Stuff with ADHD When Nothing Works

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s okay to have theories around ADHD, but reality doesn’t always conform. So, what can you do when nothing seems to work? In this episode of Att...

ADHD and Bullying: Drop the Stick

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bullying? Oh, it’s bad enough on its own, but together with ADHD it’s a highly charged situation. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, your ho...

Minding Your Manners with ADHD

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As research reveals, ADHD is not so much a deficit of attention, but rather more of a self-regulation issue. But is learning to mind your manners actu...

ADHD, Stress, and Anxiety in Simple Terms

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are stress and anxiety the same? Do daily hassles fall into that category? What causes stress and anxiety? How do you deal with it? Those who have ADH...

Understanding ADHD and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder – Part 2

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of a two-part series on ADHD and OCD, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Dr. Kirsten Milliken renew their discussion with ...

Understanding ADHD and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder – Part 1

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible for an individual to have ADHD and OCD at the same time? If so, how is it possible for a person to be obsessive and compulsive at the s...

ADHD: Rite of Passage from Adolescent to Adult

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For many individuals with ADHD, the transition from adolescent to adult is more complicated than it might seem. With changes in the law and the mental...

Why ADHD College Students Don’t Want Help

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Parents naturally expect their children to succeed in college, but for students with ADHD, it's a different situation. Even though colleges and univer...

Non MEDS for ADHD: Mindfulness, Exercise, Diet, and Sleep

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many of those with ADHD are seeking help to manage their symptoms without medication. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper ...

ADHD and Emotion: Its Essence in Management

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with emotional dysregulation? Have you tried to deal with it and had little success? In this episode of Attention Talk...

ADHD: Decision or Indecision?

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle to make decisions? Are you struggling with procrastination that's rooted in making decisions? Are you overwhelmed with decis...

The Economic Impact of ADHD

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know that the impact of ADHD on the US economy is estimated to be more than $100 billion each year. Because of this important statistic that is...

ADHD: Delegate, Then Levitate

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? You struggle. Is everything on your plate something that you should be doing, or should you delegate it? What are the challenges associated ...

ADHD: Managing Household Chaos

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Managing a household and a family can be a difficult task and often chaotic but add a few ADDers to the mix and WOW! While it is important to create a...

ADHD, Self-Awareness, and Life: What You Need To Know

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

ADHD isn’t so much a deficit of attention but rather an executive function impairment. Self-awareness is an executive function. ADHD or not, self-aw...

ADHD and a Gap Year: Recovering from the Trauma

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not all ADHD students are ready for college after high school. Each student's readiness for college depends on their individual academic and social sk...

ADHD Pride and Gay Pride: An Open Discussion

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Being gay with ADHD in a heterosexual world can be challenging, as it can be difficult to find acceptance and understanding from those around you. It ...

ADHD and Pausing: Take Time to Make Time

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest challenges with ADHD is self-awareness. So, how do you learn self-awareness? You have to look in the mind’s mirror, pause, and pa...

Married to An ADHD Spouse: A Survival Guide

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Being married to an ADD spouse is different and far from mainstream. You may have too many expectations about the relationship, and some of the issues...

ADHD: How Senses Can Be Distracting

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many people with ADHD are sensitive to their senses. This can include being sensitive to loud noises, bright lights, strong smells, and other sensory ...

ADHD and Productivity: Does Convenience Have You Hypnotized

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with productivity? Could part of the problem be you're falling into the trap of convenience? In this episode of Attention Ta...

ADHD & Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Been diagnosed with ADHD? Does the diagnosis fit? In other words, based on what you are told about ADHD, is that your experience? If so, are you famil...

ADHD and Resume Writing: Showing the Intangibles and Examples

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you looking for a job? How do you write a resume? How do you sell yourself? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention ...

ADHD and Executive Function: Outcome and Process

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Struggle with executive functioning (EF)? What is executive functioning? How do you manage it? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD...

ADHD, Executive Function, Growing Older: Insights and Lived Experience

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with executive functions? Have you thought about the challenges the future will bring when it comes to executive functions? ...

ADHD & Insights: Here's the Thing About Emotions

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with emotional dysregulation? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoac...

ADHD: What We Can Learn from Systems Engineers, Applied, Part 2

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Struggle with building systems and organization? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digc...

ADHD: What We Can Learn from Systems Engineers, Part 1

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Struggle with organization? Are you winging it or drowning in a sea of strategies and tools that don't seem to be working? In this episode o...

ADHD Problem-Solving: Lost in Translation

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you drowning in a sea of strategies? Why is that? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoac...

ADHD: Facing the Hard Truths

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you struggling? Ever wonder why? You've read all the books; you're trying everything but keep falling back into the same traps. In this ...

What Parents Need to Know About ADHD Kids

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a parent of a complex kid? Have a child with ADHD? Are you struggling? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff ...

ADHD and the Long-Term Impact of Stimulants

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you on the fence about taking medication for it? Are you concerned about the long-term effects of taking stimulants? In this episode of ...

ADHD and Fighting the Wrong Fight

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you find yourself blaming yourself, feeling shame, or struggling? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jef...

ADHD: The Intersection of Mindfulness, Self-awareness and Activation

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle getting things done? Want to be more productive? Have you heard about mindfulness being helpful to those with ADHD? In t...

ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, and Anxiety: The Basics and Overlaps

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Had trauma in your life? What's the impact of trauma on attention? What's the impact of ADHD on trauma? In this episode of Attention...

ADHD and Resolutions: An Understanding of Executive Function

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you have a hard time executing your intentions and making good on resolutions? In this episode, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.c...

ADHD and Pregnancy: A Lived Experience

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https:/...

A New ADHD Intervention and an FDA Aha!

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you think those with ADHD are creative? Do you think those with ADHD are out-of-the-box thinkers? Well, we've got an ADHD aha for you! In...

ADHD and Resolutions: The Implementation of a Lived Experience

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you make resolutions around this time of the year? While you have good intentions, is your success rate better than 50%? In this edition ...

ADHD: Motivation, Urges, and Instincts

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you impulsive? Do you struggle with motivation? Do you understand what motivation is and the difference between motivation, urges, and i...

ADHD: In the Words of Gomer Pyle, "Surprise, Surprise, Surprise!"

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Ever run into something that's simple? It makes all the sense in the world, but it's a surprise when you stumble onto it? In this edition of...

Here's the Thing about ADHD and Emotional Self-Regulation

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with emotional self-regulation? It's quite a challenge, isn't it? Well, not in the Diagnostic Code. It's the elephant in the...

ADHD: The Pervasive Pronoun Problem

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you struggling to get things done? Do you experience challenges to your productivity? Do you need a plan? Structure? In this episode, AD...

ADHD Productivity: Obstacles and Apps

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with productivity? Are you searching for that one app that will solve the problem or the magic pill that will set you right?...

ADHD: Gratitude, Attitude, and Owning Your Diagnosis

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with it? Are you down on yourself? Feel like an imposter? Do you have a negative attitude? In this episode ADHD coach Jeff...

ADHD and Schools: The Executive Functioning Conundrum

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? How did you enjoy your school experience? Odds are, you experienced feelings of frustration, disappointment, overwhelm, and shame. There are...

ADHD and Feelings: Do They Betray You?

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you act on instinct, gut, or feelings? Are your feelings always right, or do they betray you? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, AD...

ADHD and Emotions: Triggers for Emotional Self-regulation

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s ADHD Awareness Month. The theme is “ADHD: Understanding A Shared Experience.” According to Dr. Russell Barkley, emotional self-regulation i...

ADHD and Organization: Confessions of a Hot Mess

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s ADHD Awareness Month. The theme is “ADHD: Understanding A Shared Experience.” Those with ADHD often feel disorganized or overwhelmed. In th...

ADHD and Motivation: Get More Done with a Body Double

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s ADHD Awareness Month. The theme is “ADHD: Understanding A Shared Experience.” Motivation isn’t always obvious. In this episode of Attenti...

ADHD and Tools: The Challenge

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The field of cognitive ergonomics is about adapting or fitting the person to the job. This is easy in the physical world but more challenging in the c...

Insight into the 2022 ADHD Strength in Connection Conference

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you long for insights and understanding? The 2022 Annual International Conference on ADHD is around the corner. In this episode of Att...

ADHD and Autism from the Inside Out

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Until recently, a diagnosis of ADHD or autism would stand on its own. These days, however, you can be diagnosed with both conditions. In this episode ...

ADHD, Studying, Neurodiversity: A Coach’s Lived Experience

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you a student? Do you struggle to study, especially when studying online? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention co...

ADHD: Having Your Right Perspective

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you feel ashamed, blamed, unsuccessful, like you have underachieved? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Je...

Looking at ADHD Differently

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's obvious depends on what you pay attention to. Those with ADHD tend to look at their behavior as a deficit of attention or as if something is wr...

ADHD and Telehealth: Thoughts and Insights

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The pandemic brought about change. Change can be good, and change can be bad. In this episode, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) looks at t...

ADHD: Emotional Energy and Managing It

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with emotions? Are you often finding yourself saying, I should do this? Or, I need more discipline? In this episode ...

ADHD and Social Skills Demystified

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Have difficulty in social situations? Struggle to find friends or keep friends? Those with ADHD sometimes can have very big challenges in th...

ADHD and Boredom. Is Boredom Good or Not So Good?

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you bored? Have you never experienced boredom because you spend so much time on electronics? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ...

ADHD and Momentum: What's at Issue?

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Do you struggle to get things done? Do you feel like you gain momentum and then lose it? What is momentum? How do you get it back? In this e...

ADHD: Is Information Enough or Is There a Need for Training?

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Have you read a few books on it? Attended a few webinars? Listened to podcasts? But still struggling? Why is that? In this episode of Attent...

ADHD & the Smartphone Junkie

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Struggling with self-regulation and self-awareness? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) int...

ADHD: Done the Research but Haven't Found What Works?

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Are you a research junkie? Have you searched hundreds of websites and still not found solutions that work for you? In this episode of Atte...

The Go-To ADHD Emotional Strategy: Escape

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got ADHD? Struggle with focus, implementing strategies, and following up? Have you ever pondered the role emotions play in ADHD? Not the tears or ange...

ADHD and Neurotypical Gratitude Day

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's face it. ADHD is no picnic for those with ADHD and those who are neurotypical. But even as challenging as it is, there are many neurotypicals wh...

Owning ADHD: A Lived Experience

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between knowing a lot about ADHD and owning it? It sounds so simple, but it's transformational. In this episode of Attention Tal...

ADHD: Just Got Diagnosed? Are You the Pseudo Expert?

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you recently been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? Now that you've read all the books, did you learn it and now you think...

ADHD and Meditation, an Opportunity to Get Started

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Experts agree meditation is very helpful for those with ADHD. We all know that it's helpful, so why aren't we doing it? In this episode of Attention T...

ADHD Medications: Basics and Insights

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever wonder about ADHD medications? How many there are? How they work? Or why you might try one over another? If you’ve got ADHD, you may be ...

ADHD Medications: History and Insights

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For more than eight decades, medication stimulants have been used effectively as a treatment for ADHD. To date, research suggests that these medicat...

Failing to Treat Addiction with or without ADHD

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

ADHD and addictive behavior are highly correlated. Some ADHD professionals automatically screen for addictions when diagnosing ADHD. They also screen ...