More Attention, Less Deficit

Announcement: Welcome to the site, the podcast, and the books! Mar 20, 2009

2,750,000 downloads and counting!

Here is every podcast episode I’ve done, going all the way back to March 2009. We’ve covered a lot of ground, from totally practical nuts-and-bolts strategies to more thought-provoking topics that will give you a deeper understanding of ADHD. I love all of it, so hopefully you’ll find just what you need.

A Million Things to Make Your Life Better

[From the introduction to More Attention, Less Deficit: Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD]

Whenever I meet a new client with ADHD, I always feel compelled to tell her a million things that can help her understand her ADHD and enjoy life more. This book and this podcast is those million things. It’s everything I want to tell new clients and audiences at presentations. It’s incredibly interesting and extremely important. This is the kind of information that can change your life. Yes, I will be that bold to say that it can change your life. It won’t change everything, but it can change a lot. You will do some things differently, and you will feel different about some of the things that stay the same. Knowledge has that kind of power.

As I was writing this book, I kept coming back to the idea that life is different after being diagnosed with ADHD. ADHD can make your life really difficult-before you know what’s tripping you up. Once you know it’s ADHD, life gets much easier. Then you know what you’re wrestling with and can start to get a hold of it. Then it becomes a fair fight.

The goal here is merely to tilt the odds of success, to make you more likely to do the right thing at the right time. Not all the time, but most of the time. Not perfect, but better. ADHD takes away your ability to be consistent, so the information and strategies in this book and in this podcast are here to give you back some of that consistency.

In this introductory podcast, we talk about this podcast, the book More Attention, Less Deficit, and why learning about ADHD is so important.

–Ari Tuckman, PsyD, MBA

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Create Good Luck Sep 17, 2014

You’re more likely to be in the right place at the right time by being in lots of places. And doing a good job. We’ll talk about how getting on top of your ADHD will make you more lucky.

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Fear of Failure Jun 10, 2014

After too many setbacks and struggles, it’s tempting to want to avoid future failures. Sometimes we mask our fears with apathy, sometimes we even fear success. As easy as it is to fear failure, you don’t have to.

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Interview with Comedian Dave Kinney Mar 02, 2014

Dave (@DaveKinney) is a comedian who talks about ADHD in his act and now also on my podcast. He shares how people respond to that and how it’s different from telling a boss or new girlfriend. We also talk about what it’s like to be a self-employed performer and how he manages the lack of structure.

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The Importance of Paying Attention to Sex Feb 13, 2014

A good sex life can be an important part of a couple’s happiness, yet it’s too easily neglected. ADHD doesn’t make it easier, but it’s also not the sole culprit. We’ll talk about how to create a better sex life and how both you and your partner will be better off for it.

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The Crucial Difference Between Facts and Opinions Jan 21, 2014

Both facts and opinions are important to making good decisions, but sometimes they get confused and bad decisions result. This is especially relevant for the topic of ADHD that tends to attract too many opinions that are based on too few facts.

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Awareness, Honesty, and Willingness: The Three Keys to Success Jun 08, 2013

In order to do something, you first need to be aware of it, then be honest with yourself about the need to do it, then be willing to do it. Separating it out into these three parts makes it easier to identify where things break down when a task isn’t done.

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Neurology Matters, But Psychology Matters More Mar 21, 2013

Having ADHD tends to lead to certain kinds of experiences which makes certain mindsets more likely. We’ll talk about how to rise above that early learning and live a better life.

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The Real Lessons Learned from the CHADD Conference Nov 20, 2012

This is the biggest ADHD event of the year, but I find that the connections with other attendees are more important than the new information that I learn.

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Complex Problems Require Sophisticated Thinking Oct 23, 2012

It’s tempting to think that we can solve all of life’s problems with quick and easy solutions, but success usually requires more sophisticated thinking.

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A Guy Walks into a CHADD Conference. . . And So Should You! Sep 17, 2012

CHADD conferences can be both enlightening and entertaining. Here are a bunch of funny reasons why you should go this year. Seriously.

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Good Ideas Are Just Good Ideas Aug 27, 2012

The strategies that work for people with ADHD are just good strategies that work for most people. Rather than feel self-conscious about the strategies that help you be successful, do what works and enjoy your success.

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Episode #100: Gratitude Mar 06, 2012

Gratitude is a great motivator. What are you grateful for? Who is grateful to you?

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Earn More Free Passes Feb 09, 2012

Folks with ADHD may use up their free passes too quickly sometimes, but there are ways to earn them back and keep yourself in others’ good graces.

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You’d Have to Be Crazy to Not Feel Crazy Jan 09, 2012

ADHD can make you feel crazy sometimes—at least if you’re paying attention. Although it should make you feel crazy sometimes, it doesn’t have to make you feel miserable.

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Improve Your Mental Stamina: The Chocolate Chip Cookie Experiment Dec 03, 2011

It takes mental energy to resist distractions and leaves us with less willpower for other tasks. By cutting out these distractions and temptations, you’ll have more energy to persist with what you need to get done.

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Change More Pieces to Turn the Momentum Nov 04, 2011

Sometimes getting on top of your ADHD means working on several things at once, such as medication, getting enough sleep, getting organized, etc. The more of these pieces you address, the more likely you are to build some good momentum.

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The Vice Episode Oct 21, 2011

Why do we do all those things that are bad for us, that get us into trouble, or that we just shouldn’t do?

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Interview with Jennifer Koretsky (Virtual ADHD Conference) Sep 14, 2011

Jen and I discuss executive functions as a preview of my presentation for the Virtual ADHD Conference.

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Be Willing to Let It Be a Process May 15, 2011

Change takes time, but it does happen if you work at it. Be willing to let it take some time.

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What Are Your Favorite Lies? May 03, 2011

We all tell ourselves little lies because they make us feel better in the moment. Let’s talk about feeling better in the long run.

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Small Slips, Big Problems; Small Changes, Big Benefits Apr 15, 2011

ADHD makes it harder to stay on top of the million little details of daily life. Fortunately, treatment and good strategies can improve your batting average which will improve your performance and outlook on life.

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Does Treatment Give You Greater Free Will? Mar 31, 2011

Because ADHD interferes with your ability to follow through on intentions, it limits your free will. Treating your ADHD gives you more options and better enables you to do what you intend to do.

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ADHD IS Depressing (But It Doesn’t Have to Be) Mar 17, 2011

ADHD makes your life harder and gives you more things to be down about. But don’t despair, it does get better.

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The Psychology of Medication Mar 04, 2011

What does it mean to take medication? What if it helps? What if it doesn’t? The simple act of taking a pill involves a lot of complex thoughts for some people. Let’s talk about what’s involved.

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Is It Your ADHD or You? Feb 15, 2011

It depends. Often it’s both, but in the end, it kind of doesn’t matter.

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Living Well is the Best Revenge Feb 04, 2011

You can make your present much better than your past and leave those old setbacks behind. By actively learning about yourself and striving to do better, you can create a better life for yourself.

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The Curse of Potential Jan 19, 2011

The occasional great success can be more damning than the failures if it raises everyone’s expectations. People with ADHD struggle with inconsistency and are more likely to face this challenge. We talk about what to do about it.

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ADHD Needs Some New Names Jan 06, 2011

How about ARDHD, CDD, IDD, ODD, or DDD? It’s definitely not IDD (the other IDD). You’ll have to listen to find out what this all means. It’ll be worth it.

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It’s Not All Your Fault Dec 20, 2010

ADHD may make you an easy target in your relationship, but both partners have some ability to make things better. It may begin with you working on your stuff, but it won’t end with you.

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Less vs More: Find the Best Balance Dec 10, 2010

We live in an age of plenty where we have access to more websites, movies, books, etc. than we will ever be able to get to. Feeling less overwhelmed involves making smart choices and accepting that we won’t get to it all.

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A Happy Relationship in Twelve Jokes or Less Oct 26, 2010

This is a recording of my 75 minute presentation for Baltimore CHADD. Lots of fun, lots of laughs, and lots of good lessons. Enjoy.

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Acting With Integrity is an Inside Job Oct 12, 2010

Acting with integrity requires us to deal with our own issues, but gives us much more control over what we do and what happens in our lives.

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A Century of ADHD: We’re Finally Getting It Right Oct 04, 2010

Our understanding of the condition that we now call ADHD has evolved over the last hundred years. The slow evolution of ADHD as a diagnosis may explain why it took so long for you to be diagnosed.

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Is ADHD the Same in Men and Women? (Pretty Much) Sep 21, 2010

ADHD is still more likely to be diagnosed in males than in females, even though the condition creates the same information-processing weaknesses in both genders. However, society places different expectations on men than on women, so because their demands are different, their struggles can be, too.

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A Happy Relationship in Five Jokes or Less Sep 14, 2010

I’m doing something a little different here. I will be talking about improving your relationship, but using some jokes to illustrate some important points, so hopefully that makes it more fun (and helps the lessons stick better, too).

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Should You Take Your Meds Every Day? Sep 06, 2010

Some people take days off of their ADHD meds. We discuss the reasons why you should or shouldn’t do this.

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ADHD Awareness Week: Be a Part of It! Aug 31, 2010

ADHD Awareness Week is September 13-17. Let’s talk about why it matters and perhaps how you can help spread the word.

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Making the Most of Educational Opportunities Aug 23, 2010

There are lots of good places to learn about ADHD so we’re going to talk about what your options are and how to make the most of them. (With guest Marie Paxson, Immediate Past President of CHADD)

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Why I Hate Twitter and Other Constant Intruders Aug 17, 2010

Technology brings lots of intrusions into our attention. I talk about how to make some good choices about what you let into your life.

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Is the Economy Making Your ADHD Worse? Aug 09, 2010

Technically speaking, it isn’t; but cutbacks and increased stress can certainly make it feel that way, whether you have a job or are looking for one.

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Change What You Can, Accept the Rest Aug 02, 2010

Happiness comes from both doing better in some ways, as well as accepting that other things won’t change. Being clear about our values makes it easier to find this balance.

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Take Your ADHD Seriously Jul 26, 2010

Living a good life with ADHD takes serious work, but you deserve it, so push yourself to be the best you can be.

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Professional Organizers: Move that Mountain Jul 19, 2010

A professional organizer can help you not only tackle your current mountain of stuff but also create better organizational systems so that you don’t wind up with another mountain later.

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Is the Problem ADHD or Motivation? Jul 12, 2010

Many ADHD struggles can look like problems of motivation. After enough failures, what starts out as purely neurological can quickly become psychological as motivation begins to slide.

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The Magic Threshold: A Little Can Mean A Lot Jul 05, 2010

Sometimes even small improvements can make a big difference, so don’t feel like you need to achieve perfection.

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The Importance of Getting It Jun 28, 2010

It can feel like nobody understands you or your ADHD. Some people do, so get out there and find them.

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ADHD Is Real–But How Real? Jun 16, 2010

Everyone has their distracted moments, but folks with ADHD have many more of them. But because this is just more of a normal human tendency, does that make the condition less real?

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The Moment that Matters: Remember the Right Thing at the Right Time Jun 07, 2010

A universal challenge in this distracting world we live in is remembering to do the right thing at the right time. We’ll discuss why it’s so hard and how you can do better.

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Roll Back Anxiety and Depression May 31, 2010

Adults with undiagnosed ADHD are more likely to be anxious or depressed. Fortunately, treating your ADHD may also help you feel better in unexpected ways.

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Is It You or Your ADHD? May 24, 2010

People often wonder whether someone’s actions are due to their ADHD or a more conscious choice. The answer is that it depends, but regardless, we can still find strategies to deal with demands more effectively.

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Manage Excessive Substance Use and Other Addictive Behavior May 17, 2010

People with untreated ADHD are more likely to have addictive behaviors, for several reasons. Getting on top of this will benefit you in other ways, too.

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True Intimacy Means Hearing the Bad News, Too May 12, 2010

Intimate relationships require us to deal with both the good as well as the bad. This makes them more difficult, but ideally also makes us better people for it.

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Restore Balance in the Relationship (Pt. II) May 03, 2010

Every relationship entails struggling to maintain balance. You can use these techniques to bring a little more balance (and peace and satisfaction) to your relationships.

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Restore Balance in the Relationship (Pt. I) Apr 26, 2010

Every relationship entails struggling to maintain balance. You can use these techniques to bring a little more balance (and peace and satisfaction) to your relationships.

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We See Others Through Our Own Lens Apr 19, 2010

We understand others’ actions based on what we ourselves do. This makes it easy to misinterpret ADHD behaviors, because they look intentional to someone who doesn’t have ADHD.

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Fundamental Strategies to Overcome Impulsivity and Hyperactivity Apr 12, 2010

I’ve found that all the strategies that are helpful for hyperactivity and impulsivity, are really just variations on four basic themes. It’s really helpful to understand them.

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Fundamental Strategies to Overcome Inattention Apr 04, 2010

I’ve found that all the strategies that are helpful for distractibility, are really just variations on two basic themes. It’s really helpful to understand them.

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Is ADHD an Excuse or an Explanation? Mar 29, 2010

Using ADHD as an excuse for poor performance is disempowering because it gives the impression that the person can’t do any better. By contrast, using it as an explanation helps the person understand how and why things go badly and, more important, what she can do differently to increase the odds of success.

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ADHD Is Bigger Than Good Intentions Mar 22, 2010

People with ADHD usually have good intentions but have trouble reliably turning those desires into action. There are important neurological reasons for this, so it’s important to use the right strategies when trying to close the gap.

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This Is Important Stuff Mar 15, 2010

Understanding ADHD is really important-I mean really understanding, not just superficial stuff. (One year anniversary episode!)

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Brain Scans: Not Enough Science, Too Much Fiction Mar 08, 2010

Although a small number of clinicians use brain scans to diagnose ADHD, there just isn’t enough research available on this technique for it to be considered reliable. So save your money.

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Proposed Changes to the Diagnostic Criteria: Actually Very Important Mar 01, 2010

The proposed changes to the official diagnostic criteria have been made public. It’s interesting and really important, so we’ll discuss why as well as hit the highlights.

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How Much Medication Should I Take? Finding the Right Dose Feb 22, 2010

Your prescriber will probably start you at a low dose and move you up until you find the amount that’s best for you, based on balancing desired effects with side effects. (Third episode in a three part series on medication.)

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Potential Medication Benefits: Somewhere Between Placebo and Miracle Feb 15, 2010

Adults who take medication for their ADHD tend to find that it enables them to focus on one thing at a time, stick with uninteresting tasks, listen better, and think before acting impulsively. (Second episode in a three part series on medication.)

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To Take Medication or Not to Take Medication: It Depends Feb 08, 2010

Some people eagerly choose to take medication, whereas others decide against it. It’s a personal decision based on many factors, including how well you can otherwise handle the demands in your life. (First episode in a three part series on medication.)

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Two Tools to Stop the Flood Feb 05, 2010

The web can be a giant source of temptation. I talk about two programs to help you reduce the amount of time on unproductive sites.

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Stop the Flood: Conquer Information Overload Feb 01, 2010

Information is everywhere, and we all need to find a way to stay on top of it all. These tips can help you keep your head above water.

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The Right Tool for the Job: Using Technology for Good, Not Evil Jan 25, 2010

There are all sorts of tools out there to help us be more productive. Tools and technology can be part of the solution, but they can also be part of the problem. We’ll talk how to use them for good.

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The Relief of Being Diagnosed: Wow, That Explains a Lot! Jan 18, 2010

After years of falling short, it can be a relief to have an explanation for those difficulties that isn’t a character indictment. This is equally true for the person with ADHD as it is for his family members.

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Nontraditional Treatments: Separate the Wheat from the Chaff Jan 11, 2010

There are lots of nontraditional treatments available for ADHD, most of which have no benefit. It’s important to know what to look for when deciding whether a potential treatment has any chance of being effective.

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Why Is It So Hard to Get (and Stay) Organized? Jan 06, 2010

I counted eight reasons why adults with ADHD tend to have more trouble with keeping their belongings organized. Fortunately, these eight reasons suggest eight solutions. (Updated mp3.)

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Set Yourself Up for Success Dec 21, 2009

It’s easier to do the right thing in the heat of the moment if you set things up right beforehand.

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ADHD Is Real, But Not Everyone Has It Dec 14, 2009

Although the science clearly shows that ADHD is a genuine condition, there are some people who believe or say they have it when they really don’t.

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Stay in the Budget: We Have a Budget? Dec 07, 2009

Research has found that adults with ADHD have more money troubles than those without, so creating and staying in a budget is no easy task. Fortunately, these strategies can help you be more successful at it.

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What’s the Difference Between Coaching and Therapy? Nov 30, 2009

It can be hard to know where the line is that separates coaching and therapy. There’s definitely some overlap between them, but there are also some important differences.

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What Causes ADHD (and What Doesn’t) Nov 23, 2009

Research very clearly shows that ADHD is mostly caused by genetics, but outdated and disproven theories still persist about things that don’t actual cause ADHD.

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Thanksgiving + ADHD = Stressful Nov 16, 2009

Planning and pulling off a big family gathering is no simple feat and requires really good information processing. Fortunately, there are some ways to make it easier.

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Procrastination Research Nov 09, 2009

There’s some really interesting research being done on procrastination, so I thought I would share it with you. You will probably find it helpful.

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Manage the Mail and Get the Bills Out on Time Nov 02, 2009

Many people with ADHD have trouble getting their bills out on time, even if they have more than enough money to cover everything. This usually is a result of the broader problem of managing all the mail that comes in. These strategies may help you track all the paperwork more reliably.

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Actually Get a Good Night’s Sleep Oct 26, 2009

A good night’s sleep is fundamental to a productive day, but that doesn’t mean that it’s easy to get. Try these strategies to do better with this important topic.

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Create a Lifestyle You Can Live With Oct 20, 2009

Everyone functions best when they have a balanced lifestyle, but untreated ADHD makes that really hard to pull off. Fortunately, the more you get on top of your ADHD, the easier it becomes.

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The Value of a Good Apology Oct 12, 2009

Since everyone blows it sometimes, we could all benefit from knowing how to give a really good apology. It may not change what happened, but it can change how the other person feels about it.

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Expectation Management: Promise Only What You Can Deliver Oct 05, 2009

Given that ADHD behaviors are so often misunderstood, your relationships will be more satisfying and less stressful if you actively manage what others should and shouldn’t expect from you.

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ADHD and the Evolving Personality Sep 28, 2009

As with many things, growing up with ADHD can influence how your personality develops because it tends to make some situations more likely and other situations less likely. This is also affected by when you were diagnosed and whether you were treated.

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To Tell or Not to Tell? Jan 01, 1970

There are no absolute rules about whether you should tell someone about your ADHD, but there are some issues you should consider when making your decision.

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Knowing Is Easy; Doing Is Hard Sep 14, 2009

Most people with ADHD tend to know what they’re supposed to do and how to do it, but have a tough time making it happen consistently. We’ll discuss why.

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Adversity Makes You Stronger (Hopefully) Sep 07, 2009

Adversity takes many forms. If ADHD is one of your struggles, then perhaps you can learn some important life lessons from it.

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Build Healthy Self-Esteem Aug 31, 2009

Strong self-esteem comes from what we do and what we make of those experiences. Solid self-esteem comes from doing better as well as learning to accept certain weaknesses and setbacks.

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Is ADHD a Gift? Aug 24, 2009

Some people claim that ADHD also has positive qualities. I don’t doubt that people with ADHD have all sorts of positive qualities, but I wouldn’t say that those strengths come from their ADHD. Fortunately, you don’t have to attribute them to your ADHD in order to feel good about yourself.

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Always Moving Forward Aug 17, 2009

Folks with ADHD tend to focus more on the next thing in front of them than on circling back around to tie up the loose ends of what they were just working on. This comes mostly out of weaknesses in their working memory and prospective memory, which can be helpful to understand.

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How to Get Help When You Need It—For You or Someone Else Aug 10, 2009

Many adults with ADHD are conflicted about getting help from others. Sometimes they really want it; sometimes they really don’t. Life gets easier when you find a middle road.

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Find a Job and Career That You Can Enjoy (and Maybe Work for Yourself) Aug 03, 2009

It’s much easier to be happy at work if you’re in the right job. Rather than continue to work for someone else, you may find that you’re happier starting your own business. This can be a great opportunity for the right people.

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ADHD & Depression: Virtual ADHD Conference Interview Jul 27, 2009

Jennifer Koretsky interviewed me about the session on ADHD and depression that I will be presenting at October’s virtual ADHD conference. It was fun for me and hopefully interesting for you!

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Can I Trust Myself? Jul 20, 2009

People with ADHD learn that they aren’t as reliable as they want to be. This makes sense when their ADHD is still untreated, but you can learn to legitimately have more confidence in yourself once you do get on top of your ADHD.

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Get the Most Out of Therapy Jul 13, 2009

Unmedicated ADHD can affect many parts of your life, including getting treatment for it. I cover a number of the ways that this can happen as well as what you can do to minimize these effects.

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Talk It Out: Therapy Can Offer Clarity and Peace Jul 06, 2009

Therapy can be especially helpful for adults with ADHD who spent most of their lives undiagnosed. It can be helpful to understand yourself in a more accurate and less pejorative way.

Here are the professional directories I mention in the podcast.

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Rewrite History: Understand Your Past (and Yourself) in a Different Way Jun 29, 2009

Being diagnosed with ADHD not only enables you to create a better future, it also changes your understanding of your past. It explains all sorts of events in your life in a much less pejorative way.

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Fully Accepting the Diagnosis Jun 22, 2009

Coming to a full understanding and acceptance of your ADHD isn’t easy, but it is empowering.

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The Four Stages of Adjustment to a New Diagnosis Jun 15, 2009

Getting diagnosed can be a really big deal that can take a long time to adjust to. Although not written in stone, people tend to go through certain stages in that process.

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Missed Diagnoses: Why Did It Take Me So Long to Be Correctly Diagnosed? Jun 08, 2009

Most adults with ADHD have been diagnosed only recently. There are many reasons for why these people were missed for so many years, even when it was painfully obvious that there was something going on.

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What’s in a Name: Attention-Deficit or Deficit in Attention Regulation? Jun 01, 2009

“Attention-deficit” implies that people with ADHD don’t have enough attention, but the real problem is that they don’t control their attention effectively. Mostly, they get distracted and shift their attention when they should have stayed on the original task. Sometimes, though, they stay glued on something when they should really shift.

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Hindsight and Forethought: Using the Past and Future to Guide the Present May 26, 2009

We use the lessons from past experiences to make better choices the next time around. People with ADHD have a hard time stopping long enough to remember those lessons and apply them forward, so they’re more likely to make the same mistakes.

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Persistence of Effort: The Little Engine That Sometimes Could May 18, 2009

Once someone with ADHD gets going on something, there’s the second challenge of sticking with it all the way through. Unfortunately, most of our daily obligations don’t give partial credit for tasks that are mostly done.

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Self-Activation: Getting That Heavy Ball Rolling May 11, 2009

Everybody has to use a certain amount of force of will to get going on boring tasks, but people with ADHD have a much steeper hill to climb. As a result, they tend to procrastinate until the pressure of a looming deadline pushes them into action.

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Emotional Self-Control: Having Feelings Without Acting on Them May 05, 2009

People with ADHD tend to express their feelings more strongly than others do and are more influenced by their feelings than other people are. This also affects their ability to see beyond their emotions and to take others’ perspectives into account.

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Remembering to Remember: It’s All About Timing Apr 27, 2009

In our busy lives, we all have dozens of little (and not so little) things to remember to do over the course of a day, such as phone calls and appointments. People with ADHD have great difficulty reminding themselves of these tasks at the right time, often forgetting completely or remembering only when it’s too late.

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Sense of Time: It Can’t be 5:00 Already! Apr 20, 2009

People with ADHD have difficulty monitoring the passage of time and planning accordingly, a skill that’s really important in today’s busy world. As a result, they tend to spend too long on some activities and not plan enough time for others. This contributes to their well-known time management problems.

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Working Memory: The Brain’s RAM Mar 23, 2009

We use our working memories constantly to hold information in mind as we remember what just happened, relate it to long-term memories, and think ahead into the future. People with ADHD tend to have blinky working memories which leads to a wide variety of problems in their daily lives.

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Response Inhibition: It Starts with Stopping Mar 22, 2009

The key to successful decision-making is that tiny little pause where we think through our options and make a good choice. People with ADHD have difficulty creating this pause and as a result get distracted, forget things, and leap without looking.

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Executive Functioning: Who’s Calling the Shots Around Here, Anyway? Mar 21, 2009

The executive functions are our highest-level brain processes. They enable us to make good decisions in a complex world. Research is increasingly explaining ADHD struggles as deriving from executive functioning weaknesses.

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