Attention Talk Radio

Those with ADHD struggle with self-regulation. In our current environment, everybody is obsessed over the COVID-19 pandemic. In its shadow is another pandemic few are talking about. And that is the addiction pandemic. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Clifford Sussman (https://cliffordsussmanmd.com). They talk about what they have seen in the last year with regard to addictions for those with ADHD. With isolation and quarantine, many of those with ADHD have turned to occupy their brains and stimulate them in the white space of life. Many don't realize the long-term implications of this escape to occupy their minds. Jeff and Dr. Sussman have an open conversation about what's going on and provide the clues. The focus is really to put a spotlight on this invisible pandemic so those with ADHD can take control of their lives.  If you are just of the curious nature or are struggling through COVID, it’s a shame you won't learn this. Attention Talk R

Many of those with ADHD jot down their thoughts and ideas when they come to mind. But the trick is how to organize them. In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks about this topic and looks at how other professionals manage. In simple terms, he talked to many ADHD experts who also have ADHD to find out the various ways they do it. He shares these insights to enlighten you, to spark your creativity, and to validate your struggle with it. If you have lots of thoughts and ideas and don't know where to put them, 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 Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults and children (particularly th

Got ADHD? Have the mindset that you can overcome it? That you can fix yourself? Are you focusing on what you think you should do but are stuck? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) talks with Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) around the need to accept ADHD, to understand it is what it is. They talk about managing yourself to understand who you are and then to design what actually works for you versus fighting your ADHD and struggling to live as if ADHD isn't an issue.  If you are stuck or are struggling tune in 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 Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed wit

ADHD and Black lives… We know ADHD doesn't discriminate. It impacts all races, genders, and ethnicities. The question is, are Black lives underserved and/or underrepresented? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD coach Larry A. Jones, MD, MBA, (www.enabletables.com) around ADHD culture, the need for awareness, and the necessity to inspire thought leaders in the Black community to become educated about the impact of untreated ADHD. If this description evokes a strong feeling, emotion, or curiosity about how Black lives with ADHD are treated, you need to listen to this podcast to learn important and significant insights. After listening to this powerful interview, we hope you will be inspired to help the underserved gain greater awareness of how ADHD can impact their lives. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, including managing symptoms of attention defic

Just when you thought you “got” your ADHD, you realize there is more to learn. In this second part of a two-part series around managing yourself, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Master Certified Coach David Giwerc (www.addca.com), founder of the ADD Coach Academy. In the interview, David shares what he's learned about his ADHD in recent years, that he thought he “got” as a mature and younger adult, but which he's now realizing he didn't. If you've got ADHD and you think that you’ve got your head around it or hope to have your head around your ADHD, tune into this show and listen to the journey as you travel with the sage advice of an ADHD veteran. Part 1 is at http://tobtr.com/11892730. 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

Is managing ADHD a destination or a journey? Great question, huh? In this first part of a two-part series around the journey to manage yourself, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Master Certified Coach David Giwerc (www.addca.com), founder of the ADD Coach Academy. In the interview, David shares what he's learned about his ADHD in recent years that he thought he “got” as a mature and younger adult, but which he's now realizing he didn't. If you've got ADHD and you think you’ve got your head around your ADHD, or hope to have your head around it, listen to this podcast and learn about the journey as we travel with the sage advice of an ADHD veteran. Part 2 is at http://tobtr.com/11892740. 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

Think about it. ADHD impacts executive functioning. Thinking is an executive function.  Could thinking be the core issue when it comes to ADHD? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) has a discussion with ADHD coach Cathy Rashidian (www.readysetchoose.com) about the nature of thinking, what is hard about thinking, how thinking impacts focus, how relieving thinking helps with focus issue, and the "why" behind what works for those with ADHD.  If you struggle with focus and are curious about how to look at ADHD to understand how to move forward based on "why" ADHD is a challenge, 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 Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD

Is technology the be-all/end-all for those with ADHD? In some instances, it can provide significant help. In others, it can create havoc and overwhelm. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares his experience and what he sees each day in coaching those with ADHD around technology. Jeff shares his perspective on apps, the burden some technology puts on working memory, and he breaks down the process of organization to give you a context of the process. He also illuminates how the ADHD challenge of self-regulation draws those with ADHD to the promise of technology only to find themselves overwhelmed by it. If you find the big picture and context to be helpful in problem solving, 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

Let's talk about ADHD and marijuana, THC, weed, and cannabis. Does it help ADHD? What is really going on? The thing about marijuana isn't about what's happening. It's about what's NOT happening. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Roberto Olivardia to discuss behind-the-scene issues related to the use of marijuana that are not apparent. Dr. Olivardia shares insight on what we should know in the context of using marijuana, as well as using it to help with effects of ADHD. If you have ADHD and consume cannabis, you need to listen to 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

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder struggle to find tips, tricks, and strategies to help them live a fulfilling life. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares what he's learned in the last 10 years of coaching and interviewing thought leaders such as Dr. Russell Barkley. He shares his experience and looks at word problems as a metaphor to bring context to how to solve ADHD problems.  The context gives insight to help you understand why those with ADHD often are swimming in a sea of strategies, why solving ADHD problems seems so hard, and at the same time helping you understand how to approach finding what works for you in a more analytical way. If you're struggling and want to understand ADHD and the problem-solving process, listen in to 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 sy

Got ADHD? Want to understand what meds there are, how they work, and why you might try one over another? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells (www.gtw-health.com). Their focus will be on the categories of ADHD meds, what their differences are, why certain meds might be chosen over others, and understanding the process of prescribing meds. If you want to understand ADHD medications, listen to 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 Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, 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

More and more, digital learning is becoming a part of our world. For some, this is good news, but for many others who struggle with executive functioning, digital learning is difficult. In this episode of attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews educational and tutoring expert Ann Dolin (www.anndolin.com; www.ectutoring.com) about what ADHD learners need to bridge the gap between executive functioning and the digital world. Specifically, Jeff and Ann identify the challenges of working memory and the role self-regulation plays. They share tangible examples of things to do that will facilitate things in a way that’s easier for those in need.  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 Jeff Copper, att

Those with ADHD often struggle with social anxiety. There is help to those in need. Question is do you need a psychologist, a therapist, or a coach? Or should you will your way through it all or just give up and hide? The options are overwhelming. In this episode of Attention talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews psychologist Dr. Sharon Saline (www.drsharonsaline.com). They discuss social anxiety and their two different mindsets to help those with ADHD address the challenge. The point/counterpoint conversation gives insight and context to help you formulate what path might be right for you to gain the help and resources you need. If you struggle with social anxiety and are overwhelmed trying to find help, listen to this insightful discussion. 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

As Dr. John Ratey, author of Spark, says: “If exercise could be put in a pill, it would be the ADHD drug of the century.” Exercise is remarkably good, especially activities like martial arts where there's a level of executive functioning required. In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) talks with Peter Johnson, professional martial arts instructor (www.sanbrunomartialarts.com). They talk in depth about martial arts and how it’s doing much more than just helping kids learn martial arts; it's also helping them improve their executive functioning, which explains why so much of Peter’s practice has grown by helping kids referred by counselors. Peter also shares his experience with the unique marriage that took place when the martial arts teacher and a psychologist teamed up together to write a book to help parents with kids. If you’re the parent of a kid who’s struggling with ADHD, this episode can give you a new insight. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for

It is difficult to treat something if you don't know what you are treating. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr Sarah Cheyette (www.sarahcheyette.com) on why it is helpful to get a diagnosis and on some of the challenges of a labeled diagnosis. If you are curious and want the knowledge to make an informed decision and the insight on how to move forward, you won't 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 Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, 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 h

ADHD isn't so much a deficit of attention as it is an executive function challenge, especially when it comes to self-regulation. As we’ve learned from our interviews with Dr. Russell Barkley, there are two things you need to regulate attention and emotions. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) talk about the impact of emotions on many of those with ADHD, specifically on some who have extreme challenges. IF you have ADHD and struggle with emotions, anxiety, or overwhelm, be sure to hear this insightful discussion. 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 d

If you're reading this, you're likely impacted by ADHD and are looking for relief. Your focus is likely on foraging to find a tip, trick, or strategy. Those who are new to it will likely keep foraging. For those of you who realize you’ve been foraging for a long time but haven't found what you are looking for, it's time to PAUSE. This episode of Attention Talk Radio is being brought to you by CHADD (www.chadd.org) and Cathy Rashidian (www.readysetchoose.com) who is releasing her interview with ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) on her podcast, “Proudly at Work and in Business” (http://proudlyadhd.readysetchoose.com). In our conversation we define mindset, discuss it as a process, put it in context within the ADHD coaching model, and illuminate the success that those with ADHD find in embracing the adoption of a new mindset and realizing the problem-solving process begins with you. If you have been foraging but haven’t found life-changing tips, tricks, or strategies, please invest the time to listen

In simple terms how our mind is set up to think is a mindset. Mindsets are efficient ways to filter our world. The problem is mindsets often obstruct our ability to see the obvious and to gain self-awareness. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) talks with ADHD coach Andrew Avery (www.adhdtraction.com) to illustrate the conflict between beliefs and self-awareness by looking at the character Maria in the movie, "The Sound of Music." The goal is to share insights to open your mind to self-awareness, its power, and relate it to the ADHD experience to help you move forward. If you struggle with self -awareness, can’t seem to get your arms around your ADHD, or find you have a strong belief system, 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 d

Got ADHD? Do you procrastinate? You have to listen to this podcast. Attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) talks with ADHD parent coach Elaine Taylor Klaus (www.impactparents.com) about the role, impact, and influence that ambiguity and an overburdened working memory have on procrastination. Jeff and Elaine illuminate legitimate reasons you procrastinate and put a spotlight on why some environments are more productive for you than others. Secondarily, the insights help to explain why many of the tips, tricks, and strategies don't address ambiguity or relieve working memory and why they don't work. If you procrastinate or are drowning in a sea of strategies that are not working, 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 symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have child

The world is moving at warp speed. Things are changing rapidly. Learning, technology, and schools are trying to keep up.  Everyone involved is well intended, but the reality is that the ADHD child has more challenges today than students years ago. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff copper (www.digcoaching.com)  talks with ADHD coach Emily Rubin Persons (www.skipcoaching.com) about her lived experience, contrasting her children’s experience in school with her interaction with the school system to help them with the challenging issues of the day. We don't solve the problem, but we do acknowledge the reality of life. If you like to be aware of the changing environment, you won't 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.