ADHD Experts Podcast

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.

610- Science-Backed Sleep Solutions for Neurodivergent Children and Teens

Melisa Moore, Ph.D., explains why sleep is so difficult for many children with ADHD; explores the impact of poor sleep on attention, emotional regulation, school performance, and more; and shares strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Resources: ADHD Sleep Problems in Children Free Download: Sleep Disorders Linked to ADHD Read: Sleep, Interrupted: The ADHD-Insomnia Link in Children Read: Why Children with ADHD Hate Bedtime: Solutions to ADHD Sleep Problems Read: Sleep Problems in Teens with ADHD: Causes and Solutions Access the video and slides for podcast episode #610 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-sleep-problems-children-teens/ 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.

609- Gaslighting at Work: How to Stop the Workplace Bullying That Impacts Neurodivergent Professionals

Gaslighting at work can make neurodivergent workers feel responsible for the wrongs being done to them by toxic managers and colleagues. Jennifer Fraser, Ph.D., explains how gaslighting functions, shares case studies, and offers ways to protect against it. Resources: Workplace Bullying Free Download: How to Manage Your Time at Work Read: How Bullying Casts a Lifelong Shadow Read: An ADHD Cheat Sheet for Effective Workplace Communication Read: How to Help Your Boss Help You Read: Is ADHD a Disability? Your Legal Rights at Work Access the video and slides for podcast episode #609 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/gaslighting-workplace-bullying/ 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.

608- Beyond Grades & Test Scores: An Action Plan for ADHD Students to Shine After High School

Renee Minnich explains how to help your teen with ADHD find the right path after high school. Learn what colleges actually care about today, including why grades and test scores are only part of the story, and how to approach the application process. Resources: College Application Help Free Download: Free Guide to Securing ADHD Accommodations in College Read: College Application Guide for Neurodivergent Students Read: How Do I Measure College Readiness for My Teen with ADHD? Read: Know Your Strong Suits: How to Apply to Colleges Access the video and slides for podcast episode #608 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/college-application-help/ 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.