Attention Talk Radio

Let them fail or shield them from failure? That is the question. Failure is a key component in the learning process in the classroom and at the school of hard knocks, and failure can be brutal to self-esteem. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, we debate failure in a point/counterpoint discussion with Dr. Kirsten Milliken (http://playdhd.com), as a means to share insight on the upside and downside of failure as a tool to help you manage failure. If you have ADHD, are a significant other to someone with ADHD, or are a parent of a child with ADHD, this is a show you’ll want to hear!   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

When it comes to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Attention Talk Radio is all about paying attention to what is and is not being paid attention to. In this episode we pay attention to organization. What is obvious for most is that those with ADHD struggle with organization, and their strategies center around external tools. What few individuals pay attention to is how they process things differently and the impact of mental clutter or mental disorganization on their external organizational systems. With us for the interview is Leslie Josel (http://OrderOOChaos.com), academic life coach. If you struggle with ADHD and getting organized, I can promise you this is an interview you won’t want to miss. 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 Radi

When it comes to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, going to sleep is a challenge for many, and the theories in books focus on sleep hygiene. There are very methodical answers that really make a lot of sense on paper but often don't help those with ADHD. As an ADHD coach, Jeff Copper has learned that the most difficult part of those with ADHD going to sleep is actually getting to bed, because they're interested in something else and they don't want to be bored.  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper and Caroline Maguire (http://necoaching.com) talk about attention exercises to address the hard part, the falling asleep part. If you struggle with sleep, they share some great insights and tips that might help. 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 chil

Diseases can be cured, but a condition is more of a state of being, like being female, of a certain height, left-handed, athletic, or smart. All these are genetic traits. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper and Caroline Maguire (http://necoaching.com) discuss ADHD as a genetic trait as a means of looking at ADHD as an objective thing, to know ADHD has nothing to do with your heart, your soul, or your intent. It doesn't define you  If you get caught up in negative emotions around this diagnosis, this show will help you down-regulate and manage your emotions. 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 imp

ADHD teenagers need executive function skills to succeed in college and beyond. And parents know that a lack of basic life skills get ADHD young adults in trouble. But how do you get ADHD teenagers to build executive function skills? How do you move ADHD kids off the couch and into fending for themselves? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, guest host Caroline Maguire interviews Kathy Kuhl (http://learndifferently.com) about how to build life skills in ADHD teenagers and young adults. If you have an ADHD teenager or young adult with ADHD, don’t miss this show. 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 d

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is an invisible condition and very much misunderstood. Few with ADHD feel like anyone gets them. ADHD coach Jeff Copper has learned that, if you understand those with ADHD and get who they are, it's easy to find solutions or systems that work. The key to it all is to have an open mind and the ability to actively listen. In this interview, Jeff talks to Lorena Olvera-Moreno (http://lorenaolvera.com) and improv expert Dan Stabb (http://betterthanbaconimprov.com), who demonstrate listening and the power of active listening using improv training and mindsets. If ADHD is fuzzy to you, or if you have a loved one with ADHD, drop what you're doing and listen to this insightful show. 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

Like the normal population, those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can suffer with allergies. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper and Dr. Charles Parker explore the impact of allergies on ADHD, medications to help the allergies, and interactions between allergy medicines and ADHD stimulant medications. If you have allergies and ADHD, this is a show you won't want to miss. You might be surprised at the negative impact allergies can have on the day-to-day lives of those with ADHD. For more information about Dr. Parker, visit http://www.corepsych.com or http://www.corebrainjournal.com. 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 (p

According to Dr. Lidia Zylowska, (www.LidiaZylowska.com) mindfulness practice is very beneficial and includes two parts. The first is focused on attention, and the second is attitude based. It is about opening the mind. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper interviews Dr. Zylowska on the topic and more specifically discerns the difference between attention and attitude and how to mindfully manage both. If you have ADHD, this is a show you won’t want to miss. 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, o

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is very much an issue of self-regulation. It manifests in challenges with attention, emotions, and finance. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, guest host Caroline Maguire (http://necoaching.com) interviews ADHD coach Jeff Copper (http://digcoaching.com) regarding the challenges of digital money and self-regulation. They talk about the negative impact the Internet is having, making it more difficult for those who self-regulate, and offer tips to move forward. If you have ADHD and struggle with money, this is a show you won't want to miss. 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 impa

When it comes to getting help for ADHD, it is more difficult simply because it requires a level of self-regulation to override the urge for those with ADHD to buy what they want and not to focus on what they need. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio host and ADHD coach Jeff Copper and his guest Dr. Kirsten Milliken (http://playdhd.com) talk about some of the fundamental issues and problems around getting help in this world, given corporate America's ability to prey on the more reptilian, impulsive brain. If you've been trying to get help and are stuck, this is a show you won't want to miss. 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 w

Here is the thing, a mental health professional or ADHD coach cannot help you if you are not engaged or are just going through the motions. Is it a lack of interest, lack of motivation, lack of attention, lack of priorities, lack of effort? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper and Dr. Ari Tuckman (http://adultADHDbook.com) have a frank conversation about helping those with ADHD. They address the very real fact that at a most basic level it all begins with the individual. If you are trying to sponsor somebody with ADHD to get help, or if you’ve seen lots of professionals but have not made any progress, this is the show you won't want to miss. 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 c

Many of those with ADHD are accused of being perfectionists. In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach and host Jeff Copper (http://digcoaching.com) along with co-host Carolyn Maguire (http://necoaching.com) take an in-depth look at perfectionism and ADHD and then discuss different perspectives around individuals who never seem to finish anything. If you struggle with finishing or often sabotage yourself, this is a show you don't want to miss. 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 the symptoms in 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) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It helps adults and children get unstuck and moving forward

Does an increased level of dopamine help those with ADHD with their working memory and long-term memory? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, we interview Dr. Kenneth Blum, who coined the term reward deficiency syndrome, and talk about the positive impact and the correlation among dopamine, working memory, and long-term memory. If you have memory problems, or if you are diagnosed with ADHD, this is a show you would not want to miss.  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 g

Picture this, the ADHD high school junior begins to search for a college. Schools are researched and filtered down to a small list. Visits are made, decisions are narrowed, and then possibly a look at disability services. What if that were reversed? Students look at the disability services offered at a variety of colleges in the country, and then after filtering down, they look at the college. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio host ADHD coach Jeff Copper interviews Romaney Berson (www.bfocusedcoaching.com) about the impact of finding a college by making disability services more on par with the college hunt instead of as an afterthought. If you had the Aha! that it is time to figure out the future for your ADHD high school student, this is a show you can’t miss. 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

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is an issue of self-regulation, and motivation is a key component. That said, you can lead a horse to water but you can't make it drink. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper interviews John Willson (http://soarnc.org) about strategies to stimulate motivation. He will share some unique perspectives, insights, and strategies you can use to salt the hay, if you will, to make the horse thirsty enough to drink. If you exist in the ADHD world and motivation is on your radar screen, this is a show you won't want to miss. 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 impacte

ADHD parents: Newsflash! If you have kids with ADHD, your truth is actually NOT your child’s truth, and until you tap into what is true for them, you are living in fantasy land. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper interviews Penny Williams (http://parentingadhdandautism.com) about the concept that every child with ADHD has a truth, that truth is real, and you are not going to change that truth. The more you listen to that truth and work with it, the better off you’ll be in the long run. If you are parenting a child or teenager with ADHD, you will not want to miss this show. 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

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is no gift and certainly nothing one would wrap up as a present. Still, those with ADHD can live very fulfilling lives and there is much one can be grateful for. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, join host and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (http://digcoaching.com), along with Dr. Kirsten Milliken (http://playdhd.com), and Caroline Maguire (http://necoaching.com), as they discuss gratefulness, its role in life, and how it can help those with ADHD. They also discuss what they are grateful for about ADHD. If you have ADHD, are feeling down, need inspiration or hope, this is a show you won’t want to miss. 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 adu

Got attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? Have you been told you’re not motivated? Have you ever done anything you weren't motivated to do? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper and Dr. Ari Tuckman (http://adultADHDbook.com) talk about motivation, attention, arousal, distractions, and more. The two will put motivation in a context you can understand, manage, and deal with emotionally. If you have questions about motivation, feel you're not motivated, or are looking for a way to motivate yourself? This is a show you won't want to miss. 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 de

For many of those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, stimulants are not effective in the treatment of ADHD. For those open minded to medications, there are non-stimulant alternatives. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper interviews Dr. Terry Dickson (http://youradhdfamily.com) about the different alternatives to stimulants, their side effects, impact, and dosing so you can make an informed decision. If you are open to taking medications and want to stay away from stimulants, or if they just don't work for you, don’t miss this show. 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 impa

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have difficulties with self-regulation of both attention and emotion. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio we interview Dr. Ari Tuckman (http://adultADHDbook.com) to discuss emotional self-regulation, its complexities, the different levels of strategies, and stories of hope. If you have ADHD and struggle with emotions, or if you are looking to understand what it's all about as a means to get past it, this is a show you won't want to miss. 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, overwh