ADHD Experts Podcast

615- Mapping a Smoother Back-to-School Transition

In this Success@School webinar, Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., reframes the back‑to‑school transition as a full cognitive reboot — not a behavior issue — and gives families practical tools to help kids settle into the school year with confidence. Resources: Back-to-School Free Download: Boost Your Teen's Executive Functions Read: How to Sharpen Executive Functions: Activities to Hone Brain Skills Read: The ADHD Homework System We Swear By Watch: High School Success: A Strategic Transition for Teens Moving to Higher Grades Access the video and slides for podcast episode #615 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/getting-ready-for-back-to-school-adhd/ This episode is brought to you by NOCD, the world's leading provider of specialized OCD treatment. Learn more at https://learn.nocd.com/ADHDExperts. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

614- Identifying Co-Occurring Mood Disorders in Adults with ADHD

Research suggests that up to 70% of adults living with ADHD have another mental health diagnosis. Here, Desiree Matthews, NP, explores the connection between ADHD and common mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Resources: Mood Disorders and ADHD Free Download: Signs of Depression That May Surprise You Read: When a Mood Disorder Looks Like ADHD — and Vice Versa Read: Treating Both Depression and ADHD Safely Read: Comorbid Q&A: Treating Mood Disorders, Anxiety, or Autism Alongside ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #614 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-or-anxiety-depression-trauma-mood-disorders/ This episode is brought to you by SimplePractice. If you are ready to simplify the business side of your practice, now is a great time to try SimplePractice. Start with a 7-day free trial, then get 50% off your first three months. Just go to SimplePractice.com to claim the offer. This episode is also brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

613- ADHD in Pregnancy: Navigating Risk, Evidence, and Clinical Decision-Making

What are the risks of continuing ADHD treatment and what are the risks of stopping it in pregnancy? Allison S. Baker, M.D., shares research, practical guidance, and factors to consider when making this complex decision. Resources: ADHD in Pregnancy Free Download: Hormones & ADHD in Women Read: Prenatal and Early Life Risk Factors of ADHD: What Research Says — and What Parents Can Do Read: Treating for Two: ADHD Meds in Pregnancy Read: Prenatal Exposure to ADHD Medication Does Not Impact Neurodevelopment Access the video and slides for podcast episode #613 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-in-pregnancy-prenatal-care/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

612- Poor Memory & Attention Late in Life: Is It ADHD or Dementia?

When older adults report memory lapses and other cognitive difficulties to their doctors, what could be going on? David W. Goodman, M.D., explains what differentiates dementia from ADHD in older adults and discusses safe treatment options for ADHD in older populations. Resources: ADHD and Dementia Free Download: Free Guide to ADHD in Older Adults Read: Inside the Aging ADHD Brain Read: A Critical Need Ignored: Inadequate Diagnosis and Treatment of ADHD After Age 60 Read: Adults with ADD: Is Dementia in Your Future? Access the video and slides for podcast episode #612 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-and-dementia/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

611- RSD Coming Into Focus: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria in ADHD Brains

RSD is an intense emotional reaction to any perceived rejection or criticism. James Kustow, BMedSci, BMBS, MRCPsych, discusses why RSD remains under-recognized in research, and what can help in the moment when RSD shows up. Resources: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Free Download: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Read: Shame: The Devil on My Shoulder Read: How Does RSD Really, Actually Feel? Read: 7 Surprising Signs of RSD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #611 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/rsd-adhd-brain-science/ This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.