Attention Talk Radio

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 can also be difficult to navigate the social and cultural expectations of a heterosexual world, as well as the added challenge of managing ADHD symptoms. This is why we are re-releasing this open discussion with two women who both are gay and have ADHD. One is out of “the closet” about both being gay and having ADHD, while the other is not. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, the discussion reveals the pros and cons of disclosure and the real-life stories of our guests as they prepare for Gay Pride Month. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (par

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 pay attention to what you’re thinking. Those with ADHD have difficulty putting on the brakes so they can have the time to discern what the best options are. Their brains run like a Ferrari engine without brakes. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, we are re-releasing an interview with David Giwerc, founder and president of ADD Coach Academy (https://addca.com), to discuss the power of the pause and how it can provide you with choices that can significantly improve your quality of life. Join us for this insightful discussion. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to

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 may be expectations of traditional things in general. With ADHD, it’s a whole paradigm shift in how you think of your relationship. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a survival guide? That’s why we are re-releasing our interview with a guy who shares his thoughts and lived experience of being “Married to an ADHD Spouse.” This is his survival guide. Please join us for the tips and techniques he has used to make his marriage thrive. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its sympto

Many people with ADHD are sensitive to their senses. This can include being sensitive to loud noises, bright lights, strong smells, and other sensory stimuli. Those with ADHD may also have difficulty filtering out background noise and may be easily distracted by their environment. To provide more insight, we are re-releasing our interview with Laura who shares what’s it’s like for her and lets us in on ideas she has put in place to help manage her environment. If you have ADHD with hypersensitivity, join us for Laura’s real-life experience. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are s

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 Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) shares his insights about how convenience is not always productive. In fact, due to executive functioning challenges, often what is convenient is actually unproductive. Jeff will also share examples of this concept.  If you struggle with productivity and have executive functioning challenges, 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business

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 familiar with sluggish cognitive tempo or its new name, cognitive disengagement syndrome (CDS)? In October 2014, we reported on the discovery of a new disorder. It seems many diagnosed with inattentive ADHD could actually have a different disorder called sluggish cognitive tempo. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (http://www.digcoaching.com) interviews Joey Fredrick (https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/c/adhd). Since our last review of the topic, things have progressed a bit. This episode will update our understanding of CDS, give evidence to validate this newly identified condition, and educate you about the differences between ADHD and CDS to help you better manage your condition if you might actually have something different from ADHD.  Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows

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 coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) shares his life experience, his coaching experience, and his insights about resume writing to help you cast yourself in a job you were born to play. If you're struggling, looking for a job, or help in understanding your story, 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening

Got ADHD? Struggle with executive functioning (EF)? What is executive functioning? How do you manage it? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) talks with Sean McCormick about executive functioning and how he helps those who are struggling to hone their executive function skills. Jeff talks about how he coaches people who struggle with EF, too. In their conversation, they make the distinction between the outcome of executive function and the EF process itself. This important distinction provides context to understand what often sounds like the same conversation but is quite different. If you have ADHD, you’ll find this to be an insightful show. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with executive functions? Have you thought about the challenges the future will bring when it comes to executive functions? Have you ever thought about what mindset you will need? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) will talk about executive function; understanding our culture, society, and technology; and then share his insights on some of the challenges the future may bring. The focus of the show is to give you the right mindset to be able to understand what's going on and manage the aging process with style and grace. If you're hitting that stage of life when you're starting to use the word O-L-D, 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hoste

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with emotional dysregulation? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Roberto Olivardia. The two talk about what emotions are, how they view emotions, and the underlying truths and dynamics of emotions that can sometimes be deceiving to those with ADHD. The purpose of this show is to help listeners gain objective self-awareness of emotional dysregulation to become empowered to better manage emotions. If you struggle with emotions and 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or it

Got ADHD? Struggle with building systems and organization? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) invites system engineer Zac Copper to the show. As a follow-up to Part 1, they talk about a more practical approach of applying a systems engineering mindset to build systems that work. The two will share tangible examples of how the concepts are applied to find solutions that work for you. If you struggle with systems and organization, 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck,

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 of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) invites systems engineer Zac Copper to the show. In Part 1 of this two-part series, they discuss the field of systems engineering, the mindset, and the approach they use to engineer systems that work. All too often, those with ADHD approach organization with a more emotional trial-and-error mindset. This episode is intended to help shift your mindset towards looking at things in a more logical way. If you struggle with organization or disorganization, then 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copp

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://digcoaching.com) is joined by Dr. Matthew Zakreski (www.theneurodiversitycollective.com). Jeff shares his perspective of ADHD and how to solve problems based on Dr. Russell Barkley's Executive Function Model.  Dr. Matt talks about how he helps those with ADHD to problem-solve.  They make the connection between Jeff's perspective and why what Dr. Matt does works.  Then, they focus on the dilemma of helping those with ADHD problem-solve based on process and how it gets converted to outcome-based problem-solving.  Understanding this little insight will explain why the problem is the way it is, thus highlighting how you cannot mass-customize things that are best done one-on-one by understanding the root cause of the challenges.  If you long to understand what works and why it is so difficult to find, this is a show you won't want to miss. Attention Talk Radio is the leading

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 episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks about the issue of underlying truths. Often those with ADHD don't want to admit that they can't control themselves. They keep telling the story that they can. By ignoring this truth, does it help them move forward? Better yet, how does a mental health professional or a coach help people move forward in life when they don't want to address one of the underlying issues or take it as seriously as they need to? If you have ADHD and you struggle, this will be an insightful show.  Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff

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 Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Elaine Taylor-Klaus of Impact Parents (https://impactparents.com) about raising ADHD kids. They have an open conversation about what parents need to know and reveal some insights that could have a material impact on not only their lives as parents but their kids’ lives, as well. If you're the parent of a complex kid or one with 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in lif

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 Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Andrew Cutler (https://neiglobal.com). The two have a straightforward conversation about stimulants and their long-term impact to help you make an informed decision. If the long-term impact of ADHD medication is a topic that concerns you, be sure to listen to this insightful conversation. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, o

Got ADHD? Do you find yourself blaming yourself, feeling shame, or struggling?  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) shares the conversation he had with Laura MacNiven (https://springboardclinic.com) on the topic. Simply put, if you're fighting shame and blame, you might be fighting the wrong fight.  The idea is to focus on what you can do, and what you can't do, in order to move forward.  If you feel stuck with ADHD, this is 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, o

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 this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks with ADHD coach Casey Dixon (https://dixonlifecoaching.com) about mindfulness, its practice and value, and using self-awareness as a means to activate. If you struggle with getting things done, this is a must-listen episode. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by op

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 Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Brandi Walker, Ph.D., of the Womack Army Medical Center and Howard University Psychology Department on this important topic.  They talk about the essence of anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and their symptoms.  They relate these symptoms to ADHD and the challenges among them. They also talk about the interrelationships of the conditions and the very real challenges they present, as well as how awareness is important in order to manage them. Anything left untreated will increase the trajectory of challenges in life. If you have ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, or trauma, this is a show you won't want to miss. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this abstract/manuscript/presentation are those of the author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of D

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.com) provides an analytical review of a recent interview with Doc Anderson (https://coachingforcreativebrains.com) and Doug Snyder (https://myneonbrain.com) about activation and resolutions. He looks at the root cause of Doc’s and Doug’s success from an executive functioning perspective to understand what works for them and why. If you want to understand the driving force behind successful resolution-keeping, 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 and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit