Best Understood.org Podcasts (2025)

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You Might Also Like: Climbing the Walls, from Understood.org 30:44

11d ago30:44

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Listen to an episode of Understood.org's new podcast Climbing the Wall, a 6-part series that investigates why women with ADHD have gone undiagnosed for so long… and how that changed dramatically during the pandemic, when the diagnosis of ADHD in women skyrocketed. The show asks: Why women? Why now? And how has underdiagnosis impacted women’s mental…

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308: You Might Also Like Climbing the Walls from Understood.org 32:06

10d ago32:06

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Wait, ADHD is more than attention issues? Yep — and this episode will blow your mind. In this special episode, I’m sharing the first episode of the must-listen new series Climbing the Walls by Understood.org. This story-driven episode dives into the rise of ADHD diagnoses in women — especially during the pandemic — and how emotional regulation, exe…

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You Might Also Like: Climbing the Walls from Understood.org 30:45

13d ago30:45

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In this episode, we’re doing something a little different. I want to play you an episode of another show that I think you will like. It’s called Climbing the Walls. This 6-part series investigates why women with ADHD have gone undiagnosed for so long… and how that changed dramatically during the pandemic, when the diagnosis of ADHD in women skyrock…

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TPP 194a: Educator and Community Activist Jason Allen on Differently Wired Students of Color 46:40

2d ago46:40

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Educator, blogger, and community activist Jason B. Allen shares his ideas for how traditional school environments need to change to better serve differently wired black students and, in particular, black and brown boys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber

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E262: How to Ask for Help When You Have ADHD 16:04

3d ago16:04

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How can you ask for help? When you have ADHD, you may not ask for help. Maybe you feel like you have to figure it out on your own. You may not want others to know you’re struggling or working this hard to keep up. Or maybe you don’t want to look weak or incompetent. But humans aren’t meant to function entirely solo. Mamas Nicole & Rebecca both subm…

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Sorry not sorry: Why you shouldn’t apologize for your kid 27:58

4d ago27:58

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome Christina Cipriano, PhD, MEd. Dr. Chris is a psychologist, and an associate professor at the Yale University Child Study C…

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309: Coping Skills for Kids, Teens, and Adults 35:56

3d ago35:56

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What if the big feelings your child has aren’t a problem — but a clue? In this comforting conversation, I sit down with Janine Halloran, LMHC — therapist, mom, and author of Coping Skills for Kids — to talk all things anger, coping, and emotional regulation for neurodivergent kids and their families. We dig into why some kids explode, what to do in…

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TPP 439: Jessica Slice on What We Can All Learn from Disabled Parenting 39:10

5d ago39:10

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Today we’re talking about the reality of parenting while disabled. My guest is Jessica Slice, the author of the new book Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World. A writer, advocate, and disabled mother who challenges the way society defines “fit” parenting, Jessica’s work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington P…

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I didn’t want to have ADHD (from the Climbing the Walls podcast) 31:28

5d ago31:28

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In this bonus episode, we’re sharing the first episode of a new Understood.org podcast, Climbing the Walls. Climbing the Walls is an investigative limited-series podcast that explores why women were historically underdiagnosed with ADHD — and how the recent surge in diagnoses is reshaping our understanding of ADHD. In this episode, host Danielle El…

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The Optimization Trap with Jaye Lin 1:03:34

5d ago1:03:34

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This week I’m talking with Jaye Lin — ADHD podcaster and community builder — who brings a uniquely grounded perspective on what it actually takes to work with our brains instead of constantly trying to outsmart them. I got to know Jaye at the 2024 ADHD Conference in Anaheim, where we met at a party hosted by the Attention Different crew (that’s an …

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TPP 193a: Filmmaker Chris Baier on Helping Families Get Unstuck from OCD 42:36

9d ago42:36

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Writer, filmmaker, and creative director Chris Baier talks about raising a daughter with OCD and the film their journey inspired him to produce, UNSTUCK, an award-winning short that explains OCD through the eyes of young people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber

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A mother-son ADHD combo, plus teaching with ADHD (Emilia McGuckin’s story) 25:05

13d ago25:05

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. Emilia McGuckin was surprised when a teacher suggested her son might have ADHD. As a teacher herself, she thought she would have spotted the signs. But after diving into the research, an even bigge…

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TPP 438: It’s Been 9 Years of Tilt Parenting — What’s Changed in the Movement? A Special Solocast with Debbie Reber 39:18

13d ago39:18

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In this special 9-year anniversary episode, I'm doing things a little differently. Instead of a guest interview, I'm doing a solocast in which I share nine shifts I've noticed in the parenting paradigm for those of us raising neurodivergent kids over the past almost decade since I first founded Tilt. Some of the things I explore in this episode in…

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TPP 192a: Dr. Karen Wilson on How to Know if Your Child is Ready for Elementary School 43:32

16d ago43:32

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Clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Karen Wilson shares her best practices about the transition of differently wired children from preschool (or no school at all) into elementary school, including special considerations, vetting schools for fit, red-shirting practices, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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E261: What If Everyone Hates Me? Book Update #3 51:11

17d ago51:11

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What if everyone hates me? What if no one reads my book? No one told me that writing a book came with an existential crisis. Wrestling with how to write the book that moms need, while also showing up fully as myself, and writing words I can stand by for decades to come… this has been a lot more weighty than I expected. I thought I was going to be u…

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Clean up this mess! Or don’t? Advice from an expert 26:52

18d ago26:52

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome author and therapist KC Davis. KC is a therapist who hosts the podcast Struggle Care. Her new book Who Deserves Your Love …

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307: Valuing Personhood Over Productivity 32:16

17d ago32:16

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✨ What if your child’s “daydreaming” on the sidelines was actually self-regulation in action? In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I’m joined by Shawna Rosenzweig, CEO of Campfire, for a real-talk conversation about rethinking success and valuing our kids for who they are, not what they do. We unpack how our cultural obsession with productivity …

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TPP 437: Dr. Devon Price on the Autistic Person's Guide to Unmasking for Life 48:11

19d ago48:11

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I’m excited to welcome Dr. Devon Price back to the show to talk about unmasking and self-acceptance for autistic individuals. You may know about Devon’s book Unmasking Autism, and if you haven’t I highly encourage you to go back and listen to our conversation about that book on the show – I’ll have a link in the show notes or you can find it at til…

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Late Diagnosis & Self-Compassion, Rethinking your ADHD with Kate Moryoussef 43:15

20d ago43:15

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Hey Team! Today's episode is all about navigating ADHD as a late-diagnosed adult—especially for women who have spent years pushing through life without realizing why things felt so much harder. I’m talking with Kate Moryoussef, a UK-based ADHD coach who was diagnosed at 40 and has since made it her mission to help women work with their brains, not …

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TPP 190a: Dr. Melanie Hayes Talks About Her Big Minds Micro-School and Educating 2e Children 47:43

23d ago47:43

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Big Minds micro-school founder Dr. Melanie Hayes shares her story of starting a school for twice-exceptional learners, and discusses ways 2e students' needs can be met in traditional educational setting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber

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306: What Do You Do With the Mad that You Feel? 20:19

24d ago20:19

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Ever wish your kid would just stop yelling? This episode of Beautifully Complex will make you rethink that wish — in the best way. Inspired by the timeless wisdom of Mr. Rogers, I explore one deceptively simple question: “What do you do with the mad that you feel?” In this solo episode, you’ll discover how anger shows up in the nervous system, why …

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TPP 436: Dr. John Duffy on Helping Our Struggling Teen Boys 38:08

26d ago38:08

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A few months ago, I had my friend and colleague Cathy Adams on the show to talk about her book Restoring Our Girls and raising daughters to be emotionally healthy in a complicated world. I knew then that I wanted to have a similar conversation for a future episode, but this time, focusing on boys, specifically about why many teen boys are strugglin…

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My full-circle ADHD experience (Laura’s story, continued) 27:35

27d ago27:35

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. On this 100th episode of ADHD Aha!, host Laura Key looks back on the powerful conversations she’s had with guests from all walks of life about their unique ADHD experiences. She also opens up about…

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Meditation Misconceptions and ADHD Realities with Kelly Smith 48:33

27d ago48:33

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Hey Team! In this episode, I'm sitting down with Kelly Smith, a yoga and meditation teacher who has ADHD herself and has guided over 23 million meditations through her incredibly popular podcast, Mindful In Minutes. Kelly walks us through why meditation is especially beneficial for the ADHD brain, what to realistically expect from starting a medita…

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TPP 188a: Dr. Terry Roberts on "The New Smart" and How Nurturing Creativity Will Help Children Thrive 52:31

1M ago52:31

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Educator and author Terry Roberts, PhD, discusses his new book "The New Smart: How Nurturing Creativity Will Help Children Thrive," and shares his ideas surrounding the future of work, what the education model is getting wrong and why it needs to change, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Need help advocating for your kid at school? We talk to a pro 27:29

1M ago27:29

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome professional parent advocate Danielle Ward. Danielle started out advocating for her own kids, several years ago. Now, thro…

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305: Building Parent Resilience 26:50

1M ago26:50

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In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I am joined by resilience coach Barb Fletcher to explore empowering strategies for building parent resilience — an essential tool for those of us navigating the unique journey of raising neurodivergent kids. We discuss the balance of control over stress, the pivotal role of heart-focused breathing, and the im…

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TPP 435: William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on the Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child 50:07

1M ago50:07

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I’m thrilled to welcome back two favorite podcast guests and just all-around wonderful humans, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson. You might know them from their bestselling book The Self-Driven Child, which I often refer to on this show as one of the most important resources in my parenting life. Well, Bill and Ned have a new phenomenal resource …

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Navigating Neurodivergence and Masking with Dr. Devon Price 48:59

1M ago48:59

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Hey team! Today, we dive deep with Dr. Devon Price, a social psychologist known for his groundbreaking work on neurodiversity and societal expectations. Dr. Price, who identifies as transgender and autistic, brings a wealth of experience and personal insight to our discussion, focusing on the complexities of masking in neurodivergent individuals. P…

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TPP 186a: Author and Illustrator Samantha Cotterill Discusses Her New Book Series, Little Senses 45:19

1M ago45:19

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Children's picture book author / illustrator Samantha Cotterill discusses her new book series, Little Senses, which highlights the experience of children with sensory issues or ASD, and also shares her own journey of growing up as a girl on the spectrum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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E260: Are You Lazy and Procrastinating or Prioritizing for Later? 17:39

1M ago17:39

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HOT TAKE: I don’t believe people with ADHD are lazy. There is a reason that they don’t want to or can’t do the thing, and when you untangle that obstacle, voila! It’s easier to get things done. How do you know the difference between procrastinating and prioritizing for later? There are some things in life we can’t avoid, so how do you deal with the…

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304: How to Support Regulation with Play, with Polina Shkadron, MA/SLP, MSNE, CTP, ADHD-RSP 33:23

1M ago33:23

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In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I sit down with expert Polina Shkadron to explore the incredible power of play in supporting emotional regulation. Discover how co-regulation — a crucial component of nurturing a healthy parent-child bond — can become a natural part of your routine. We dive into how letting go of control during playtime and e…

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TPP 434: Educator Lily Howard Scott on Shaping Kids Through Words 46:30

1M ago46:30

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Today, we are talking about one of the most accessible and impactful tools we’ve got to help our kids thrive. But this tool is so simple and obvious that we may not even realize its immense power. I’m talking about WORDS, as in, the words we use when talking with our children. The language we use with our children can make a profound difference in …

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Love and grief with ADHD (Steve Wesley’s story) 27:59

1M ago27:59

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. Steve Wesley makes videos about ADHD to create a legacy for his family. As a single dad with ADHD, he worries he’s not doing enough to support his two sons, who also have ADHD. He hopes the videos …

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Breaking Down Tasks and Big Feelings with Vanessa Gorelkin 50:55

1M ago50:55

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Hey Team! This week I’m talking with Vanessa Gorelkin, a seasoned occupational therapist and ADHD coach who’s been working in the field for nearly 30 years. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brandeis (Bran-Dice) University and a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from New York University. She specializes in executive function strategies…

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TPP 185a: Eileen Devine on Supporting Children with Pre-Natal Substance Exposure 48:56

1M ago48:56

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Eileen Devine, a neurobehavioral therapist and support coach, discusses supporting children with brain-based neurodevelopmental challenges resulting from pre-natal exposure to drugs or alcohol, as well as the unique challenges for adoptive parents raising atypical children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Parenting’s a lot. Especially when you’re a lot 29:41

2M ago29:41

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. In this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome parenting coach Mary Van Geffen. Mary offers online classes including a special one for moms of what she calls “spicy ones…

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303: How to Prepare for a Successful School Meeting, with Penny Williams 39:39

1M ago39:39

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School meetings can stir up a lot of emotions for parents — including overwhelm, confusion, anxiety, and uncertainty. You’re worried about your child's rights, accommodations, and educational success in an ever-changing landscape. In this episode of the Beautifully Complex podcast, I’m sharing some practical and hard-won wisdom on setting the found…

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TPP 433: Educator Rob Barnett on What it Takes to Meet Every Learner's Needs 42:56

2M ago42:56

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Today I’ve got a really interesting conversation for you about a relatively new instruction model that is designed to create learning environments that truly meet the needs of every student. It’s called the Modern Classroom Project, and my guest is Robert Barnett, is the co-founder of the model as well as the author of the new book that describes …

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The ADHD Guide to Motivation and Follow-Through with Russ Jones 35:41

2M ago35:41

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Hey Team! We’re back for part two of my conversation with Russ Jones, host of the ADHD Big Brother podcast and head of his community-based ADHD coaching of the same name. In this half of the conversation, we get into the nitty-gritty of how to actually get yourself to do the things you know you need to do—whether that’s tackling laundry, setting (a…

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TPP 183a: Jess Sherman on Nutrition For Our Child's Brain, Mood, Behavior, and Better Overall Health 50:32

2M ago50:32

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Nutritionist Jess Sherman shares ideas for how parents can bring more nourishment into their children’s lives, including, or maybe especially those with food sensitivities, picky or aggressive behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber

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E259: Juggling Big Goals and Parenting with ADHD: Book Update #2 21:37

2M ago21:37

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Ditch the quest for Pinterest perfection and actually get stuff done. In this episode, I’m getting real about how my book proposal is going amidst juggling the whirlwind of parenting and work projects. The highs and lows of writing are kicking in already. Do I need to write multiple books because there's just too much to say? Slow your roll, Patric…

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TPP 432: A Conversation with Zoe Bisbing About ARFID & Neurodivergence 46:27

2M ago46:27

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If your child has extreme food aversions, anxiety around eating, or struggles with a very limited diet, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Today we’re diving into ARFID — Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder — or as my guest calls it, “picky eating on steroids.” To talk about ARFID, I circled back to Zoë Bisbing, a licensed psychotherap…

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Afraid to be the “crazy wife” with ADHD (Sela Carsen’s story) 23:20

2M ago23:20

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Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now. Romance author Sela Carsen saw herself in her daughter’s ADHD evaluation 20 years ago. But she didn’t request an evaluation for herself until just 4 years ago. She was afraid that having ADHD would…

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Accountability, Community, and Actually Getting Stuff Done with Russ Jones 35:56

2M ago35:56

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Hey team! Joining me today is Russ Jones, the host of the ADHD Big Brother podcast and founder of an ADHD coaching community that helps adults get out of their heads and into action. Russ is an actor and comedian, a background that shines through into his work giving his content relatability and charisma. Russ and I really got into our talk and so …

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TPP 182a: A Conversation with Autism and Neurodiversity Support Specialist Kristy Forbes 55:53

2M ago55:53

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My guest this week is autism and neurodiversity support specialist Kristy Forbes of In Tune Pathways. Kristy is the parent of four autistic children, and has an abundance of emotional, practical, and lived experience both working with and raising children who are neurodivergent. She has an extensive background in early childhood education and psych…

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