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Leading ADHD experts give real-life answers to questions submitted by ADD adults and parents raising children with attention deficit disorder across a range of topics covering symptoms, school, work, and family life. Download the accompanying slide presentations here: additudemag.com/adhd-expert-webinars-index (look for the episode number).
Note on audio quality: This podcast is a recording of a webinar series, and the audio has been captured from telephone conversations, not recorded in a studio. Register to participate in the live webinars at: additudemag.com/tag/webinar.

Apple Podcasts: Customer Reviews

Thank You!

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MissGarceau
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2021-04-15
I am fairly recently (within the last 5 years) diagnosed with ADHD. This brought me to my knees & had tears streaming down my face! Finally!! Validation!! Giving female-specific insight, is like taking off an oxygen mask & discovering you can breathe without one.
I have been on and off in therapy since childhood but always treated for separate/coexisting conditions like: PTSD, anxiety/OCD spectrum, depression and hormone/nutrient deficiencies or imbalance.
The hormone stuff is absolutely fascinating to me! I had never made the connection before, but it was like all of the lights suddenly turned on! The timing of my cycle, my symptoms and my contraceptives match that data perfectly!
The Gender specific roles/relationships and unrealistically high expectations just hit me- right in the gut! It’s a tightrope trying to demand the impossible from yourself, and simultaneously feeling like the “impossible” is aiming too low! It has been a private battle that has driven me to a complete desire to end it all. “The game is rigged! I want out! I’ve had enough!” Of course, my perfectionism & hyper focus would ultimately prevent me from actually taking my own life. Who would organize my funeral? Where would my stuff go? When am I financially able to peace out?
It’s honestly, quite exhausting to loop through symptoms that just feed each other. Giving those symptoms air, and giving them life- THAT is a game changer!
I took a test and was told I am ADD/OCD & to take medication. (YEARS of struggling with dosage/timing/etc).
No guidelines.
No tools.
No anything....
Just, “Here’s a bandaid! Feel better!”
The more I learn about ADHD in women, the less resentment I feel, and more hopeful. This podcast has helped me off a ledge! Other free resources and coaching have honestly saved my life.
Sincerely,
THANK YOU!!!

Adult Woman with ADHD

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bailey7.
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2021-04-10
I am literally in tears listening to the episode about differences in women. It is exposing issues I have that I had no idea we’re ADHD related, like trouble maintaining close friendships. I just texted 4 of my oldest friends and apologized for my lack of reaching out and initiating and thanked them for not giving up on me.

Thank you!

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Maineknitter
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2021-03-02
Thank you!

Episode 337

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Sir Mix o' Lot
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2021-01-30
I had to stop listening. Way too many “ums”,
And other speaking pauses. I’m only in 10 minutes and I’ve lost count.
So bad.

Great Resource

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AlextheAlex12
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2021-01-16
This is the best free resource I have found to date for ongoing personal education about ADHD. Some episodes are more relevant than others to me personally, but the content is consistently top-notch, with deep dives on particular aspects of ADHD research, treatment, and support. ADDitude, thanks for making this freely available to people, it’s a great gift to me and (I’m sure) to many others!
P.S. For those who (like me) have trouble focusing on some of the less-animated speakers, try listening at double speed. I’ve found that even the episodes I have initially found boring are full of valuable information once I use the higher playback speed to raise the stakes and force me to listen more carefully.

Hard to focus

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Ferph
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2021-01-08
I’m trying to listen to this podcast. I really want the information. But the people are so boring. I find it ironic that a podcast about ADHD showcases experts who speak in such a droning, monotonous way. I’m distracted and inattentive within seconds. When I can focus, it sounds like good information, so you get an extra star.

Super eye opening

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bobosayta
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2021-01-01
Thank you so much for this concise location to find out the latest information on ADHD.
It’s been so informative & helpful!

Great content, cheap microphones

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CanbyTeacher
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2020-12-28
Please get a better quality microphone, it sounds like you are under water.

CONTENT IS AWESOME! SOUND...HORRID

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terabella
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2020-12-25
I learn so much from this podcast when I’m able to sit through one. However, the audio is so bad I have an extremely tough time listening all the way through. From what I understand you’re replaying webcasts, so I get the subpar sound. HOWEVER, if you truly want to help us, the audio quality must be addressed. I’m looking forward to updating my review to 5 stars!

Great info, hard to absorb!

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noturaverageflowerchild
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2020-12-24
I have learned so much but the poor audio and the format is hard to engage with so my ADHD brain keeps losing focus ):

Distracted by horrible audio

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טליה617
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2020-12-06
There’s no reason for such poor audio. Please invest in a better microphone!! The great content was lost by the misery of how it sounded.

Jess rod

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JessicaMercedes13
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2020-12-02
I’m learning so much about myself, with just listening to this podcast, thank you!

Lifeline

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debbiem123
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2020-10-28
This podcast is a lifeline for me as an adult with ADD. I know this topic is very specific, but I would love a webinar on ADD and pregnancy- discussing medication options, how to cope with increased fatigue, hormones etc.

SO helpful!

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Ladybug943
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2020-09-25
I’ve learned so much about my ADHD from this podcast, more than I’ve ever learned from any other source. Thank you for this awesome content!

Great content, terrible audio.

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hardlyknowher
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2020-09-24
If you have adhd it might be hard to focus on anything but the horrible audio. It’s a struggle to listen but I like the content.

Loving it so far!

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kennel11
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2020-09-05
Amazing info! Love all the expert speakers and topics. It could be improved with better audio quality - clearer and even volume levels between speakers. And would love to keep hearing more adult-focused topics. Helps us understand ourselves better & enable ourselves to help our kids more!

Informative

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Appetite4Learning
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2020-05-19
Great and up to date information. Needs more content on adult ADHD and how the difficulties with executive functions play out in life, particularly in relationships and marriage. The transition from the falling in love stage to real love is hard for those with ADHD because the second stage of love involves using the executive functions to make decisions, problem solve, impulse control to remain faithful and have the interest, tolerance and patience to sustain a life long marriage. Can this be helped and how?

Awesome

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Ms.Thornton
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2020-05-01
I’m in joying this podcast it’s describes me!!
And it also help me understand on why I do/go through the things I go through.

Helpful

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Calendar & Planner Nerd
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2020-04-23
I prefer adult information, but it’s all good. I really appreciate your hard work to bring us this podcast.

I really needed this

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Jan Ellen
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2020-04-09
I don’t know how I got signed up for e- mails from you as not being computer literate I could have clicked on something that sent somehow me this place.
I am 67 years old and didn’t know I had ADD until I was 50! The only reason then was,I was teaching
7th-12th grade English classes at a Christian school, and one of my 7th grade students mother( who also taught at this school), gave me a paperback book about what her son suffered with and the reason he may be falling asleep due to his ADD medicine. I admit I was a very strict teacher as I knew some of my students had were slow learners and needed to be able to concentrate in order to understand anything I was teaching them. I kept the classroom quiet( unlike other teachers there) and classes were very structured.
So when I came to the last page of the ADD book it asked the question: do you know anyone else who has most of the below symptoms.
To my SHOCK I checked every single box! I always knew there was something different going on in my mind (like riding a carousel around and around unable to ever get off).
So I self diagnosed myself in 1998 with this syndrome I had NEVER heard of. And living in a little coal mining town their doctors had never even heard of Adult ADD. I worked in child protective services after teaching in WV so other than reading that book I had quite a few children clients who saw a psychiatrist or psychologist for ADHD. Life happenings caused me to have to change jobs, and move to two different states ( one after the other). Still in my present state I live in, wasn’t until 20010 that I was able to connect with a doctor who worked with ADD adults. I just had too much on my plate between the realization of my ADD and the actual ability to see that specific doctor. So from 1998-20010 I survived in my chaotic world somehow. I have been taking Focalin XR 30 mg. But will be changing to Mydayis as soon as I can get an appointment( during the coronavirus situation now).
I enjoyed your podcast it said April 8 but the email said it would be a live podcast on April 9, at 1:00 EDT.
Finally your app, podcasts are giving me a sense of community and understanding I never had before.

Insanely relatable

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SC Piatt
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2020-04-06
As I’m sure is a common experience among many women, I wasn’t diagnosed until well into adulthood and just can’t believe how much all of this went unnoticed. At the same time, I can’t believe how well studied it is! It is comforting to know so much research has been conducted in the area of ADHD and that so many stunning scientists are working so hard to understand inattention and hyperactivity to help those of us who experience it. I do find it funny that so many reviews focus on the sound quality aspect of this podcast, as I’m sure a podcast with a comparable issue for a neurotypical population wouldn’t have half the complaints. To that end, I think it would be fascinating to do an episode on the relationship between distractibility and sensory sensitivity, as there seems to be a nontrivial relationship between ADHD and other sensitivty-based obstacles like misophonia. Can’t wait to keep listening and learning about myself, my family, and my students!

Full of Knowledge!

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Lyns031
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2020-03-21
This podcast is amazing! I have learned so much about research and strategies to help my son now that we’re on our own ADHD journey. And it’s so accessible! Thank you for taking the time to provide this awesome free resource for parents and teachers to gain knowledge from experts!

ADDitude Mag = Life Saver

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JazzyLadyG
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2020-02-03
This has been a game changer for me. As an adult it is nice to know I’m not just a flake. Help tools - sharing struggles - celebrating successes. I suggest this to my ADD/ADHD and Non-ADD/ADHD friends

Great content, hard to hear

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LuluReview
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2020-01-21
Very knowledgeable guest! Great content, I was taking notes. Unfortunately the audio is not smooth, it’s choppy and skips words. I see the disclaimer now, but yeah, it’s two very professional people talking so it seems they deserve a better recording.

Seriously fix the audio already.

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HellerRN
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2019-12-17
If every single crime pod can manage to figure out wonderful sound that doesn’t make me want to pull my ears off.... Why is it that after 6 years you can’t? 🤷🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️

Background noises

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bluebear224
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2019-12-17
Love the content, very thorough. Can’t hardly make it through an episode secondary to the background noise. It sounds like the host marking papers with a highlighter or sharpie? Feels like nails on a chalkboard. Please address!!

Great resource for teachers!

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lindseyardus
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2019-12-12
This podcast is a great listen for teachers who are looking to learn more about students with ADHD. I found it helpful to hear the experts discuss practical strategies for the classroom. There are many tips, as well as stories from experience, to help provide a more safe and productive learning environment for all students.

Helpful

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131 Peter
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2019-11-13
Great information for teachers and parents. Many easy to implement helpful strategies for children withADHD as well as their typical peers.

She obviously doesn’t have ADHD

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Vwright173
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2019-10-31
She acts like people with ADHD aren’t capable people. Really don’t right a todo list because we will feel bad if we can’t do everything on it.... are you serious right now? What about all the things we forget because we didn’t write it down???? Ridiculous! Also really I have ADHD so please don’t insult our way of thinking kind to say we can only do one silverware drawer at a time. So insulting!

Good!

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MTerryn
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2019-10-24
This is good information and interesting for a variety of audiences, not only ADHD ones. The thing that drives me crazy about this podcast is the moderator of the podcast always sounds like she’s calling in from the moon. It’s so frustrating! Come on.....it’s 2019....get the audio quality figured out!!

Helpful

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N2simmons
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2019-08-20
Always great information

Time for another podcast:)

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stJeromus
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2019-07-18
Love this podcast, please keep it going. Audio quality could be better. The content is gold. Thank you!

Why is the audio sped up???

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Wildjewl
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2019-07-02
Very informative, wide range of subjects. But why does it sound like someone has their hands on the speed control, speeding it up, slowing it down. Totally aggravating

Great info, insufferable sound quality

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bobblefooter
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2019-05-28
The title says it all. Maybe it's just my ADD, but the sound quality makes it almost impossible to get through an episode. I really hope this gets fixed because I want very badly to listen.
What I mean by poor quality - the host sounds like she has a sore throat, and the call-in guests often sound distant, with a metallic echo - like when an MP3 has been saved at the lowest quality setting, and then saved again like that 3 or 4 more times.
I am not a sound-guy, but I listen to MANY podcasts, and all of them have somehow found a solution to these things. Again, I hope this gets resolved, because the information is really good.

Catching up

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Eyeless Fish
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2019-05-27
This Podcast is really informative. I was recently diagnosed with ADHD( the inattentive variety.). I’m a woman in my late 30’s, and I’m learning a ton. Keep up the good work.

Helpful series for parents & professionals

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Dayton Family of Four
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2019-04-25
Episode 233 should be mandatory listening for every K12 Intervention Specialist in the states. Tons of great information.

How ADHD Shapes Your Perceptions

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Outlier0908
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2019-04-06
Really good info from Dr. Dodson and especially on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Also learned that CBT addresses behavior but does not address the root cause of the feelings.
Others have mentioned the sound quality. I feel that the female interviewer’s voice is scratchy. Dr. Dodson sounded fine to me.
Highly recommend this Podcast.

Thank you for existing! I’m putting everything I learn in practice 👍⭐️

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Myrthy1975
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2019-04-05
Love ALL your information NOW in podcast format! 100% recommended to parents.

Really distracting audio quality.

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SkrillHammer
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2019-03-29
Great content but as others have said the audio is pretty terrible. I’m finding it hard to listen to. Please invest in a decent microphone or find someone to help you get the technical side of recording a podcast figured out.

Great info

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rebel43
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2019-03-11
Really useful information in digestible format. But really difficult to hear audio.

Disappointing

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Elizabeth E N
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2019-03-10
I wanted to continue listening but the audio made it so difficult. Also, as a special education teacher I had a hard time listening to this. Ya teachers care so deeply for our students always want is best. We are not lazy nor are we against parents. We are ALL on the same team and want what is best for the student.

Excellent Information!!

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Zoe600
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2019-01-12
ANY question I have on ANY ADHD topic, I can find info here. I would’ve done 5 stars but audio can be quite tinny and not great. That being said I’m still tuning in the community needs this info..... invaluable!

Audio quality- please, please, please!

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AmyElizabeth0203
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2018-11-05
There is likely great information in these podcasts but I’ll never know. The audio quality is so poor I can’t listen. To everyone who has a podcast, consider the medium with which you are spreading your message. Invest in a good microphone. It makes your podcast sound professional and legitimate.

Not super impressed

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GG245777543236
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2018-08-27
Listened to the episode on alternative therapies and unless you’ve been living under a rock, there’s nothing new here expect the brief mention of beta waves and a few programs that (of course) insurance won’t cover that almost no one can afford.

Useful

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E.J. Klose
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2018-08-27
Useful advice from unique perspectives. Any educator can benefit from listening

Bad Audio - Webinar Replay

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lozeerose
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2018-08-14
Ignore the audio (they’re replays of webinars), the content is key.

Very helpful!!

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claudia Ling
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2018-08-10
Really appreciate all the incredible information and support from specialists. It is wonderful to hear that you are not alone out there and many others are dealing with similar issues. Feeling very grateful! Thank you!!

Such a great resource

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Debocherry
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2018-08-07
Lecture style information is straight from their webinar series. A little sacrifice in audio quality, but not a problem in the context of the webinar style recording. Great for those who can’t invest in regular webinar attendance. Scholarly and useful information for a wide range of listeners.

Great resource

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Sher Ali Khan
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2018-07-25
Don’t miss it, they take care of adhd amazingly !!

Love this podcast

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Tdmz3
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2018-07-17
I really like this podcast. So much valuable information about ADHD from experts on the topic. I learn something every week. After I listen I feel so empowered because living in a world where so many people do not believe ADHD exists, it’s amazing to hear so many practical strategies to help Manage ADHD in the real world.