ADHD | Distraction Podcast hosted by Dr. Ned Hallowell

How Dr. H Manages His ADHD

Posted February 20, 2020 by admin 935

Our host, who has ADHD and dyslexia himself, reveals some of the tools he uses to effectively control his ADHD.

What’s in your ADHD toolbox? Let us know and we might share it in a future episode! Write an email or record a message using the voice memo app on your phone with your question and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

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Is There an ADHD and Alzheimer’s Connection? And Other Listener Questions

Posted February 18, 2020 by admin 816

Dr. Hallowell addresses listener questions regarding ADHD and balance; Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease; natural treatment remedies and vitamin recommendations.

Thanks so much to our listeners Caroline, Anna, P.G. and Helen for sending in your questions!

Do you have a question or comment for Dr. Hallowell? Write an email or record a message using the voice memo app on your phone with your question and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

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#HeartsforADHD Helps Children See Their Strengths

Posted February 13, 2020 by admin 576

Taking place February 1-14, the Hearts for ADHD campaign encourages parents and caregivers to tell their children what they love about them through handwritten notes on paper hearts. Hearts for ADHD is the brainchild of Jennifer Kempfe, who joins Dr. H to explain where the idea came from and how you can participate.

Post your “heart pics” on social media using #HeartsforADHD!

To download the heart templates or to learn more go to HeartsforADHD.com.

Hearts for ADHD Facebook Group

To learn more about Jennifer go to FantasticallyFocused.com.

Do you have a question or comment for us? Write an email, or record a message using the voice memo app on your phone with your question and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

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How to Help Kids Learn to Make Friends

Posted February 11, 2020 by admin 517

Shyness, lack of confidence, anxiety, and alienating behaviors can make it difficult for some children to make friends. Coach, speaker and author, Caroline Maguire, joins Ned to share some of the practical ways parents and caregivers can help improve a child’s social skills. Caroline offers specific activities that can be done at a mall or family party that will give children of all ages the skills they need to make progress in their social life. Her new book, Why Will No One Play with Me? The Play Better Plan to Help Children of All Ages Make Friends and Thrive is highly recommended by Dr. Hallowell.

SIGN UP to receive Caroline’s checklist to determine if your child needs social skills help click HERE.

Do you have a question for Dr. Hallowell? Write an email, or record a voice memo on your phone with your question and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

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Unlock Your Potential By Finding a Creative Outlet

Posted February 6, 2020 by admin 530

Overscheduled lives can be especially stressful for those with ADHD. That’s why carving out time to be creative is extra important for neurodiverse brains. In this mini, Dr. H responds to a question from a mom about her son’s busy schedule and whether or not it is inhibiting his happiness and growth.

Do you have a question for Dr. Hallowell? Write an email, or record a voice memo on your phone with your question and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

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Improve Your Reading and Attention Skills by Strengthening Your Cerebellum

Posted February 4, 2020 by admin 1456

Wynford Dore of Zing Performance joins Ned for a follow up discussion about his breakthrough non-medication treatment for ADHD, dyslexia and other neurodiverse conditions. They discuss how and why strengthening your cerebellum creates lifelong and lasting improvements in a person’s focus, attention, reading and organizational skills, regardless of age.

To learn more about Zing Performance click HERE.

Click HERE to listen to the previous discussion with Wynford Dore: BREAKTHROUGH Non-Medication Treatment for ADHD and Dyslexia

Do you have a question or comment? We’d love to hear from you! Write us an email, or record a voice memo on your phone and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

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How to De-escalate a Conflict

Posted January 30, 2020 by admin 580

In this quick 3-minute episode, Dr. H offers up several ideas for reducing the intensity of a heated situation. Whether it’s an argument with your spouse, a co-worker or someone else, follow these simple steps to work toward resolution.

Do you have a question or comment? We’d love to hear from you! Write us an email, or record a voice memo on your phone and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Learn about our sponsor, Landmark College, HERE.

Episode image courtesy of Vic on Flickr

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Meet the Doctor Using Hyperfocus to Find His Own Cure

Posted January 29, 2020 by admin 602

Dr. David Fajgenbaum was diagnosed with a deadly disorder called Castleman Disease when he was in medical school. But instead of giving up, he used his ADHD superpower of hyperfocus (and his own body) to seek out a cure for the rare and under-researched disease that he was battling. Now, a decade later, his breakthrough research has resulted in treatments that are keeping him and others alive. Dr. Fajgenbaum is still looking for a cure today, and joins Ned to talk about his new memoir, Chasing My Cure: A Doctor’s Race to Turn Hope into Action.

Learn more at Castleman Disease Collaborative Network: CDCN.org

Do you have a question or comment? Reach out to us with an email, or record a voice memo on your phone and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is Sarah Guertin (@sarahguertin) and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Do you know someone who learns differently? Our sponsor, Landmark College, might be the right place for them. Learn more HERE.

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Tim and Nancy Armstrong Tackle ADHD Falsehoods in New Documentary

Posted January 22, 2020 by admin 1679

Tim Armstrong is the founder and CEO of the dtx company, a former CEO of AOL, and former President of Google’s America Operations. Tim also has ADHD. This week he and his wife, Nancy, reveal details about Tim’s diagnosis (hint: their kids have it), and their new movie aimed at countering the misconceptions surrounding ADHD. They share insights about their struggles and offer sound advice for parents and kids who have “Ferrari engine brains with bicycle brakes,” as Dr. H puts it.

Do you have a question or comment? Reach out to us with an email, or record a voice memo on your phone and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is @sarahguertin and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Do you know someone who learns differently? Our sponsor, Landmark College, might be the right place for them. Learn more HERE.

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Top 3 Tips for Managing Your Child’s ADHD

Posted January 16, 2020 by admin 1171

Dr. Hallowell offers his best advice for raising a child with ADHD.

Do you have a question or comment? Reach out to us with an email, or record a voice memo on your phone and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is @sarahguertin and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Do you know someone who learns differently? Our sponsor, Landmark College, might be the right place for them. Learn more HERE.

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Get a Dog, and Other Solid Life Advice

Posted January 14, 2020 by admin 810

Dr. Hallowell answers your questions. Topics include when to stop taking ADHD medications, what to do when meds don’t work, dealing with persistent negative thoughts, the best exercises for ADHD brains, and how to overcome chronic lateness.

Do you have a question for our host? Reach out to us with an email, or record a voice memo on your phone and send it to [email protected]

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is @sarahguertin and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Do you know someone who learns differently? Our sponsor, Landmark College, might be the right place for them. Learn more HERE.

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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective ADHD Adults

Posted January 2, 2020 by admin 1198

The start of a new year is a good time to reassess how you’re managing your ADHD. In this previously released mini episode,Dr. Hallowell gives his spin on Stephen Covey’s book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, with a similar list for those with ADHD. From doing what you’re good at, to asking for advice, you’re bound to find a few nuggets of applicable wisdom for your own life. But as Ned advises, this is his list, so if these habits don’t resonate with you, add your own to the list!

Reach out to us at [email protected].

Distraction is created by Sounds Great Media. Our producer is @sarahguertin and our recording engineer/editor is Pat Keogh.

Do you know someone who learns differently? Our sponsor, Landmark College, might be the right place for them. Learn more HERE.

This episode was originally released in October 2018.

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