Attention Talk Radio

Managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is challenging.  It is frustrating and problems abound. Over time it can manifest as a negative attitude and outlook. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares lessons learned as an ADHD coach and from interviews with experts. In sharing what he has learned, he challenges you to take advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday as a platform to be thankful and begin to practice gratitude to shift your attention and, more importantly, your attitude that will set up your mind (mindset) to live a more fulfilling life.  If you are down, frustrated, or on a quest for the secrets of life, listen to this insightful episode.   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 Ta

A teacher’s job is to make learning easier, but, often, it doesn’t work for those with ADHD. Many of them struggle to ask teachers for help and, at times, don’t even know what questions to ask. In their frustration those with ADHD end up doing it the hard way…trying to learn on their own. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) has an open and frank discussion with EV around the challenges in learning. They discuss insights from what Jeff has learned from coaching others in learning environments and share examples of some of the struggles, as well as the mindsets that helped them move forward. If you find learning in a classroom setting is hard, you’ll find this interview helpful. 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

Beware of making sweeping statements that take you away from facing ADHD head on. You could end up fighting the wrong fight. It can be a direct route to finding yourself filled with shame and frustration. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) has an open discussion with Laura MacNiven (www.springboardclinic.com) on the topic. They talk about the value of regulating emotions in addressing ADHD directly. They give tangible examples of what it looks like to face ADHD head on, and they share key insights and mindsets that will help you problem-solve. If you are frustrated, feeling down about yourself, or even victimized in your mental health journey, 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

You are an ADHD parent and you love your kids. You want the best for them. Often you get caught up in the emotion of a situation and react in a way that feels good but is not necessarily productive. Take bullying for example. When your kid is victimized, the reaction is to lash out. Question is, though, is lashing out the most productive? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD parent coach, Caroline Maguire (www.necoaching.com; www.carolinemaguireauthor.com), author of the new book Why Will No One Play With Me? They talk about the trick to ADHD parenting, how mindset is everything, and how the well-intended natural reaction isn’t always productive, as well as the theory behind it. If your child is struggling socially, with or without ADHD, 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

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder struggle in everyday life. Many are on a quest seeking tips, tricks, solutions, and strategies so they can manage and deal with the condition. They seek out help from cognitive behavioral therapists, psychologists, and ADHD coaches. Many times, they go through the motions, talking the talk, but don't actually implement it. Other times, it actually clicks, and finally it all comes together. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) discuss the concept of things “clicking.” They discuss the elusive nature of the “click” and share thoughts around what it’s all about. If you have an open mind, listen to this show; it’s guaranteed to make you think! 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 disorde

Many people are confused about ADHD. It’s not so much a deficit of attention, but rather a self-regulation issue. It's easy to understand the confusion; after all, deficit of attention is in its name. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) to talk about the physics of electricity in the brain that makes up the biology manifesting in ADHD behavior.  Along the way, they also discuss the major role that the neurotransmitter dopamine plays in ADHD and then use the concept of a dopamine addiction to explain ADHD in a way that is amazingly simple. The model will put a spotlight on the “why” behind self-regulation and ADHD behavior. If you are intrigued by the “why,” you’ll find this show very insightful. 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 de

ADHD is not so much a deficit of attention but largely about self-regulation. At its core, addiction comes down to self-regulation. In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) have an open conversation comparing the management of addiction to the management of ADHD. They illuminate the mindset of, say, managing an alcoholic and the daily struggles to stay on board in order to keep self-regulating.  If you struggle with ADHD and wonder why and need a mindset to help you manage it, this show is one that 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 children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly th

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder need hope. The condition is challenging, but hope can help motivate you to persevere. Still sometimes it's helpful to understand the negative forces working against you so you can acknowledge them for what they are and work around them. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com). They have a very open and honest conversation about the reality of some of the negative forces in society that work against you. If you want to address your ADHD in a positive way and recognize the elephant in the room, 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

Did you get the memo? The ADHD tribe is meeting in Philadelphia for the annual super conference.  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (http://digcoaching.com) interviews conference co-chair, Dr. Ari Tuckman (http://adultADHDbook.com), around what to expect at this year's conference and shares excerpts from keynote speakers like Dr. Roberto Olivardia, Dr. Ross Greene, and Dr. Anthony Rostain. If you're in the ADHD community, get inspired and informed about this year's gathering. 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

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have struggled for years. Recently there's been emergence of the ADHD coaching paradigm as a plausible intervention. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Dr. J. Russell Ramsay from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine discusses his experience watching the evolution of the ADHD coaching paradigm, its progress and expansion, and shares his thoughts on coaching as a positive intervention. If you're looking at hiring a coach and are curious about its impact, 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 those diagnosed with or impacted

Many of those with ADHD struggle with clutter. The question is, is it just clutter or is it hoarding? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Elaine Birchall, Birchall Consulting (www.hoarding.ca), on the topic, identifying a very clear distinction between clutter and hoarding. She shares insight on what makes someone a hoarder, but the idea is to understand the differences and the underlying triggers and attention patterns that manifest as a collection of things. If you have a lot of stuff that you can't get rid of, or if you think you might be a hoarder, you don’t want to miss this podcast. 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 des

ADHD impacts executive function, which includes self-regulation, organizing, and sequencing thoughts and ideas. It is hard to manage anything if you don’t understand it as a process. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) defines the difference between methodical and insightful thinking with Christine Robinson (www.addactioncoach.com) to put you in a thought experiment to witness the difference. Jeff and Christine then highlight how those with ADHD bully themselves, expecting to manage the insight, creative thinking, or out-of-the-box process methodically that only sets them up for failure. The focus of the show is to help you understand the difference and to manage it to be successful. If you can’t seem to manage time or deadlines, you really should 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 s

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder often struggle with time management.  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Greg, a longtime listener and fan of Attention Talk Radio. They have an open conversation about Greg’s time management challenges and the notion of compartmentalizing time. If you've got ADHD, struggle with time management, and are interested in not just theory but the practicality of someone seeking help, 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 those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its sy

Many with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder find it very stressful and overwhelming when packing to go on a trip. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com)  has a candid discussion with Christine Robinson (www.addactioncoach.com) around the fundamental reasons that packing can be a challenge for those with ADHD. After identifying key drivers, Jeff and Christine then discuss a variety of ideas to help you problem-solve to reduce the hassles and the stress of packing. If you have anxiety when preparing for a trip or find you had overpacked or even forgot some things when you arrive, 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 a

Many with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder describe themselves as disorganized. As a result, they feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and anxious. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares concepts and insights he has learned from over a decade of coaching that will help bring you context, an understanding, and reasons why the book answer doesn’t always make sense. He also shares what he has learned from industrial engineers that can help you organize and prioritize more intentionally. If you feel disorganized and nothing seems to work, 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 Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (part

This is the second of a two-part series focused on helping those in college understand the role working memory plays in studying and why it's more challenging to be a college student with ADHD in today's society than in the past. The series also offers examples of solutions that help you problem-solve. In this episode, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) continues his interview with Christina Robinson (www.addactioncoach.com) in this two-part series. If you liked the first interview, you'll love the second. If you haven't heard the first one, please listen to this and tune into the first one from last week. You’ll get lots of insights and begin to understand why some solutions work and why they don't. 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

It seems that college is more challenging for those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder because of the move to technology and how it taxes working memory.  In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Christine Robinson (www.addactioncoach.com) on the challenge of working memory and specific solutions that the two have coached individuals toward that have been very, very helpful.  The most important part of this episode, which is a two-part series, is to help you begin to understand the why so you can problem-solve and to let go of how society and colleges are bullying you to study and digest information in a way that's a little bit more challenging.  If you're in college, getting ready to go to college, a parent of a student, 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 m

ADHD is a challenge with lots of issues. The trick is how to problem-solve. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Laura MacNiven (www.springboardclinic.com). They have a conversation around ADHD and break it down into a few simple components, physics, biology, behavior, and mindset. They discuss the formula needed to find obvious solutions that can’t be explained based on how they appear.  If you are struggling with ADHD problems and want insight on how to solve them, then 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 at

Many are struggling with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. They look for tactical solutions that were derived based on the appearance or presentation of ADHD. For some, it works. For many others, it doesn't. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews an individual he has coached. In the interview, they disclose new technology learned from Dr. Russell Barkley about the underlying factors of ADHD. They talk about how the individual struggled with symptomatic, appearance-based solutions and the success they had using the new technology to problem-solve solutions that worked. The idea is really to compare and contrast the difference, as well as the success of understanding ADHD at its core and not just addressing superficial appearances. If the obvious strategies are not working for you, don' t miss this insightful episode. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Many parents have children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, or Asperger’s, and these can be challenging. The question is what is the secret to success? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Penny Williams (www.parentingadhdandautism.com)around her lived experience as a parent. She reveals the secrets to her success and offers key insights to understand why the secrets work. She also shares the very real facts you need to know. If you want to remove the mystery of it all, you’ll regret it if you 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 di