ADHD Support Talk Radio

Parents of kids and teens with ADD or ADHD often struggle with the myths and stigma surrounding their child's condition. This can often lead to parental guilt and shame. Join Tara as she welcomes Dr. Kenny Handelman, author of the new book "Attention Difference Disorder: How to Turn Your ADHD Child or Teen's Differences into Strengths in 7 Simple Steps," to discuss this timely topic.

Maintaining life balance is essential for ADD success.  People out of balance in their lives often experience overwhelm, frustration, and lower quality lives. They fail to achieve the lives they are capable of. They manage failed relationships, make significantly less money, and take more medication to name just a few research supported facts. People who understand themselves and what they need, while placing effective systems into their lives to implement basic needs live the lives they are truly capable of.  Join Tara as she welcomes Keith Kosierowski to discuss this important topic.  

Adults with ADD / ADHD are often impacted by procrastination both personally and professionally.  Procrastination can cause stress at home due to unfinished tasks, problems at work related to missed deadlines and other productivity related challenges.  Join Tara McGillicuddy as she welcomes Laura Rolands to discuss the different forms of procrastination and why procrastination is so common in adults with ADD / ADHD.

Are you tired of being late and making excuses for why?  Do you feel like you're the only one who can't keep track of time or the things you need for a meeting, or an important family event?  You're not alone!  Join Tara as she welcomes Linda Hillger to discus this extremely timely and stressful topic.

What are the lies you tell yourself?  "I'll do that later..."  "Give me just a minute..."  "Don't worry.  I'll remember that."  Those little (or not so little) lies you tell yourself (and maybe others) that just seem to make the day go smoother at that moment - even if they will come back in the end and bite you.  You may try to convince yourself that it won't be so bad - we won't get caught - even though that little voice in the back of our heads says, "You're just blowing smoke and you know it."  Join Tara as she welcomes Dr. Ari Tuckman to talk about those little lies you tell yourself (and others) and eventually just makes life with ADHD that much more difficult in the end.

Join Tara McGillicuddy and Linda Hillger as they discuss how shame and disorganzation relate to ADD / ADHD. Tara and Linda will also share their own personal experiences of dealing disorganzation and shame.

Have you ever struggled on where to go for useful ADD / ADHD information and resources on the internet?  Join Tara as she welcomes Keath Low, host of About.com’s ADD information channel and they’ll discuss this timely and important topic.

Children, Teens and Adults wih ADD / ADHD often have issues with self-esteem and, consequently, success can be sometimes out of reach.  Join Tara as she welcomes Kerin Bellak-Adams, author ofAD/HD Success! Solutions for Boosting Self-Esteem: The Diary Method for Ages 7-14as they discuss the problem of promoting self-esteem and success in Children, Teens and Adults with ADD / ADHD.

“I’m sorry I’m late.” How many times have you said these words? It doesn’t get any easier either, does it? No one wants to be late, but it seems like even with the best of intentions we continue to use those four little words. Tara McGillicuddy will be joined by ADHD Expert and Coach Dan Pruitt to discuss the problems and challenges faced by people with ADD / ADHD.

A recent study on creativity and ADD / ADHD was released and showed that while people with ADD/ ADHD sometimes have issues with focus, this may actually help them think outside the box. Bryan Hutchinson, our guest today, has been blogging about his thoughts about this very topic for months before the study was published. Join us as Bryan and I discuss the issues surrounding ADD / ADHD and creativity - is it possible to take some of the hallmark traits of ADD/ ADHD like hyperfocus, distractedness, etc. and use them to think outside the box?"

Join Tara McGillicuddy and Linda Hillger as they discuss the challenges people with ADD / ADHD face when trying to get back on track.

Join Tara McGillicuddy as she welcomes back Jodi Sleeper-Triplett to ADHD Support Talk. Tara and Jodi will discuss ADD / ADHD Coaching and how to find the right coach. This will be an interesting and informative show that you won't want to miss!

Have you ever wondered if ADD/ADHD traits change as you get older? What does ADHD look like in a child vs.a teen or an adult and how are they different or similar? Join us as we welcome Ronda Stone to discuss this extremely interesting topic.

Have you ever wished you could just communicate with your ADHD (or non-ADHD) spouse better? Troubled about how your communication skills are affecting your relationship? Join Tara as she welcomes guest Melissa Orlov, author of "The ADHD Effect on Marriage" and they discuss issues couples have with communication and tips to better communicate when one, or both partners have ADHD.

Being Organized and in Control when you have ADD / ADHD takes some serious work and commitment. Join Tara McGillicuddy and Linda Hillger as they discuss the importance of being ready and willing to make changes and take control.

Are you good at setting deadlines, only to find that later you've failed to keep most or all of them? Are you intentions great, but your follow-through, well, not so great? If you can relate to these statements, join Tara McGillicuddy and Ronda Stone as they discuss issues surrounding setting AND keeping to those deadlines.

As parents, we all want our children to do well and succeed in their chosen path. However, for parents of children with ADHD, it doesn't seem to be so easy. Join Tara as she welcomes Pulitzer Prize winning author, Katherine Ellison to discuss the challenges and rewards of raising a child with ADHD and, as chronicled in her new book, Buzz: A Year of Paying Attention, the humor that can ensue.

Join Tara as she welcomes Linda Hillger to discuss the importance of planning and organizing in order to eat healthy.

Is the thought of falling asleep easily, staying asleep through the entire night and waking up without an issue simply, well, a dream for you or someone you love with ADD / ADHD? Make sure and tune in as I welcome Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D. and we turn our discussion to some of the problems people with ADD / ADHD have with sleep.

Did you make a resolution to exercise and get healthy this year? Have you made this promise to yourself that before, only to lose your way and then give up completely in frustration? If this sounds like you, join me as I welcome Coach Ronda Stone to discuss how to stay on track with your exercise program in the new year – even with ADD / ADHD.