Attention Talk Radio

For many individuals with ADHD, the transition from adolescent to adult is more complicated than it might seem. With changes in the law and the mental health landscape, there are real challenges.  In this episode Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) releases an interview with Dr. Timothy Willens on the topic. If you are impacted by anyone with ADHD between the ages of 15 and 25, please listen to this episode for eye-opening information.  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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

Parents naturally expect their children to succeed in college, but for students with ADHD, it's a different situation. Even though colleges and universities want to see students with impairments succeed, and they provide services and accommodations to help them achieve success, only 20% of those students take advantage of the services. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) releases his interview of Dr. Theresa Maitland about the startling research around this phenomenon. If your child is in high school or college and is impacted by ADHD, listen to this episode for insights. 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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

Many of those with ADHD are seeking help to manage their symptoms without medication. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) releases an interview with Brett Thornhill (https://embraceyouradhd.ca) about non-medicinal solutions, identifying four of the best non-meds, and discusses the benefits of each. Jeff and Brett share insights about why some people don't benefit from non-medicinal alternatives as much as they could and offer suggestions about how they can be more successful utilizing them to move forward. If you are interested in a non-meds approach, please listen to this 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 opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

Got ADHD?  Do you struggle with emotional dysregulation?  Have you tried to deal with it and had little success?  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com), shares his view, model, and way of looking at emotion more like an object.  The idea is to be able to step out of your emotions, see them objectively, and understand what you’re doing to manage those emotions.  Although this is not necessarily based on research and science, Jeff has found this model to be helpful for many of those whom he's coached.  If you struggle with emotional dysregulation 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 its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

Got ADHD? Do you struggle to make decisions? Are you struggling with procrastination that's rooted in making decisions? Are you overwhelmed with decisions?  Do you overanalyze decisions?  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD coach Brooke Schnittman (https://coachingwithbrooke.com). They talk about the challenges of making decisions when you've got ADHD, the emotional and executive function aspects of decision-making. They talk about its value, what to focus on, what's involved, and its nature. When you think about it, many ADHD challenges are about making decisions in the face of ambiguity.  If you struggle 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 life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. 

Do you know that the impact of ADHD on the US economy is estimated to be more than $100 billion each year. Because of this important statistic that is growing every year, we are re-releasing our interview with ADHD coach Linda Walker (https://coachlindawalker.com/), former director and chairperson of Workplace Issues Committee of Attention Deficit Disorder Association. She provides data that accounts for the economic cost, as well as the cost to organizations, and how organizations justify the investment in managing ADHD for profit. If you’ve never thought about the overall cost, this episode will be eye-opening. 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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

Got ADHD? You struggle. Is everything on your plate something that you should be doing, or should you delegate it? What are the challenges associated with delegation? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Brooke Schnittman (https://coachingwithbrooke.com). They have a conversation about delegation, the nature of delegation, the need to delegate, and different ways of attaining the same end.  If you have ADHD and are overwhelmed and struggle, 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, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. 

Managing a household and a family can be a difficult task and often chaotic but add a few ADDers to the mix and WOW! While it is important to create a structured environment with clear expectations and consistent routines for family members, it is all the more challenging to provide positive reinforcement for good behavior and to be patient and understanding when dealing with ADHD behaviors. This is why we are re-releasing an earlier interview with Dr. Patricia Quinn (https://stonybrookmedicine.edu) on the subject matter. In this episode, Dr. Quinn lays out the issues, discusses key factors, and offers helpful insights to create a great environment for your entire family.  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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

ADHD isn’t so much a deficit of attention but rather an executive function impairment. Self-awareness is an executive function. ADHD or not, self-awareness is highly correlated with success in life. Clearly, it is a big deal and something you should pay attention to. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) takes an in-depth look at self-awareness. He highlights its importance and its challenges, identifies other executive functions that conflict with it, and talks about the obvious realities invisible to most. In the end, you can’t manage anything you are not aware of; thus, if you have no awareness around awareness, it is hard to manage. Bottom line? If you have ADHD, this is a must for you. 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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. 

Not all ADHD students are ready for college after high school. Each student's readiness for college depends on their individual academic and social skills, as well as their ability to manage their ADHD symptoms. If a student with ADHD is not ready for college after high school, they may benefit from taking a gap year or taking classes at a local community college. To provide more insight on this subject, we are re-releasing our interview with Marie Paxson, former president of CHADD, who relates the good, the bad, and the ugly based on her experience as a parent of a son who took a gap year and why a gap year can be beneficial. Join us for this insightful 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 opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

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 (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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn

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 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 their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com. 

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 symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com.

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 stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to https://digcoaching.com.

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 who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com.