Welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab! This is Producer Sarah speaking; ready to give you the long and short about what you'll find this week: Understanding the link between mind wandering, rumination and mindfulnessWhat happens when you screen a bunch of neurotypicals for ADHD and emotional dysregulation?High co-morbidity between ADHD and mood disorders? What's that about...*BONUS: I go on a rant this week... which of the three topics do you think triggered it? Come find me on IG/YT and let...

Welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab! This is Producer Sarah speaking; I'm here to provide you some details about what's inside: An incredible chat with Marie Ng, founder of Llama Life, self-taught coder, and fellow ADHD'erResearch on ADHD and Time PerceptionCandid conversation regarding ADHD's dark side... it's really not always a superpower Thanks for being here! Until next time, ~ Sarah R (Podcast Producer) ADHD Skills Discussed: Try flexible, timed task sprints to promote task...

Welcome back to this weeks episode of The ADHD Skills Lab! Producer Sarah here, ready to give you this weeks breakdown. Going to start by flagging that this episode was deeply emotional all around, from initial research all the way through to reviewing post-edit. That said... ***TRIGGER WARNING: strong mentions and verbal depictions of social stigma and rejection.. if you would like to skip ahead to the discussion of ADHD and restlessness, please jump to 19:45 in the recording.*** You can...

Welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab! I'm Sarah, your producer, and I'm here to let you know what you can expect from this week's episode. Skye and I were thrilled to sit down with Stephanie Scheller, the founder of Grow Disrupt. It was our mission to explore all of the strategies for modifying your environment, and this convo did not disappoint! Highlights: What is different about a conference made specifically for ADHD'ers?How an unintended experiment was conducted on conference...

Hey there, Sarah here! Welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab. This week I am serving up a research recap of very large samples coming from interesting sources... Curious about what we discuss? The interesting way they measured ADHD in these samplesWhy these results may be an underestimateThe surprising risk-factor for ADHD Thanks for being here. Until next time, ~ Sarah (Podcast Producer) ADHD Skills Discussed: 1. Schedule your wellness practice 2. Experiment with different holistic...

Welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab! I am very excited to share a conversation we had with Tobie Langel, founder of UnlockOpen and late-diagnosed ADHD'er, who got his start in tech during the Web 2.0 days. Curious about what's inside? AI & ADHD: Explore the role of AI in identifying ADHD and what the future may hold for this technology.Unconventional Diagnosis: Tobie shares his comical yet frustrating journey to diagnosis.What Helped: How this small business business owner finally got...

 Welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab! This week, we're focusing on ADHD and emotional dysregulation; specifically, how it messes with what we feel and our ability to cope. Curious about what's inside? The dimensions of emotional self-regulation with ADHDDistinguishing between internal vs. external overstimulationBuilding awareness despite day-to-day symptoms differencesThanks for being here. Until next time, Sarah (Podcast Producer) ADHD Skills Discussed: Exploring the link between...

Welcome back to this week's episode of the ADHD Skills Lab! I am thrilled to present another LIVE interview featuring Jesse Anderson, author of the new book "Extra Focus," joined by members of our ADHD Academy community. Curious about what's inside? Jesse's ADHD journey: From struggling at work to becoming an author. How did he navigate the challenges of ADHD to achieve this goal?Diagnosis dilemmas: Did you struggle to get diagnosed? Same. Live troubleshooting: Don't miss the interactive...

Hi and welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab! Sarah here, your Producer, inviting you to listen to the latest Research Recap! Skye and I delve into neuroscience and medical research to explain how ADHD brains differ and how this can impact other areas of our lives—I'm looking at you, migraines! We also dig into a study on the efficacy of telehealth during COVID lockdowns, ultimately discussing the importance of tailoring ADHD and mental health supports to fully support your life. Whether...

Welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab! This week I am pleased to present our very first LIVE podcast, with guest Conor Doyle! This is no mere interview; it's an interactive session where our members of the ADHD Academy listened and contributed to the recording of this episode! This week features an inspiring yet casual conversation with Conor, who shares some successful strategies that support the complexities of his ADHD primarily focused on structured daily routines through habit stacking,...

Hi, and welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab! This week, join Skye and me as we explore some cutting-edge research on tCDS treatment and stress proteins. Spoiler alert: the findings weren't quite what the researchers expected. What happens when research doesn't find what it's looking for? Well, in some cases, the papers readability gets a bit murky. It turns out, we're still on the hunt for clear answers on treatments many folks are already trying out. Join us as we break down the complex...

Hello, and welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab! This week, I'm thrilled to share a conversation Skye had with Eugene Yao, the innovative mind behind Forget.work, a browser application designed to enhance time management and support working memory. (Producer Note: I'm currently using it as I draft this, and it's an amazing visual on-screen timer!) Eugene opens up about his journey to an ADHD diagnosis, sparked by the challenges and revelations encountered while building his app. Join us as we...

Hi again, welcome back to the Skills Lab! This week, we're diving deeper with help from our ADHD Academy community, who've enriched our exploration of hyperfocus and AI with their personal insights and thought-provoking questions. In this episode, we explore: Are external distractions or mind wandering bigger hurdles for you?How does this shape your experience of hyperfocus?Could AI be the breakthrough in ADHD diagnostics we've been waiting for? Your curiosity fuels our discussions. Thanks...

Hello, and welcome back to the ADHD Skills Lab! This week, I'm excited to bring you an engaging interview with acclaimed journalist and author Simon Mundie. He shares insights from his new book, 'Champion Thinking: How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself,' which is now available for purchase! Join Skye and Simon as they explore a range of compelling topics, including: The journey from initial diagnosis to understanding and acceptanceADHD as a trait, rather than a disorderHyperfocus as a...

Hello, and welcome back to our ADHD Skills Lab!  This week, I was excited to pull a little something from our archives for a deep ADHD dive into motivation theory and completing your goals with ADHD. As always, Skye joins me as we get to the bottom of:  How and why we set goalsThe best way to stick to our goals How time blindness and working memory issues can make it harder to meet our goals.We also unpacked the role of mindfulness in emotional regulation and looked at how it can help us...

We’re joined by an ADHD Academy alumnus on this week’s Skills Lab podcast. Certified yoga teacher Whitney Spettel dives into the research-backed benefits of the practice for those with ADHD. She also shares her experience with the ADHD Academy community and the strategies she puts in place to deal with emotional dysregulation. So, if you’re thinking of joining our Academy, want to start practising yoga or need practical strategies to support your ADHD life -- this is the podcast for...

Today is the last week to sign up for the ADHD Academy and attend our 2024 Goal Planning Workshop hosted by Skye!    Set up ADHD-friendly goals for the yearConnect with other adults with ADHD  Learn how to build systems you'll love Ask Skye any questions you haveTo  attend, click this link to join the ADHD Academy. https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-academy  This week, we examine the link between executive function deficits in ADHD and Autism, the differences between ADHD...

Join the ADHD Academy to see improvements in your daily life with personalized support as part of an ADHD adult community! https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-academy Plus, we have a 15% discount and a limited edition January Goals Journal for everyone who signs up in January. Click here to learn more and looking forward to seeing you there! ADHD is not a buzzword to Kristen Carder. It's her life's work. She’s a top podcast host, an internationally-recognised life coach...

Join the ADHD Academy to see improvements in your daily life with personalized support as part of an ADHD adult community! https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-academy Plus, we have a 15% discount and a limited edition January Goals Journal for everyone who signs up in January. Click here to learn more and looking forward to seeing you there! In today's research recap,  we discuss the outcomes of early methylphenidate treatment on mood and emotional regulation.  Then, we...

We welcome our first couple with ADHD on this week's podcast. Shoda and Ollie host a podcast called Mindfully ADHD, where they try different strategies and dissect how well they worked. They join us to discuss the power of radical self acceptance and share the ways they work together to live an ADHD-friendly life. Hit that play button! The ADHD Academy Unconventional Organisation Join the ADHD Academy to see improvements in your daily life with personalized support as part of our ADHD...

Do you trust your feelings? Can early exposure to certain events contribute to ADHD? What role do genetics and familial associations play in ADHD and Autism?  These are just a few of the questions tackled by Sarah and Skye in this week’s ADHD Research Recap. The pair discuss papers on avoidant automatic thoughts and share strategies from the ADHD Academy on self regulating in the moment. The ADHD Academy Unconventional Organisation Avoidant Automatic Thoughts are Associated with Task...

Skye is joined by Australian playwright Katy Forde for an open and honest discussion on the challenges of being a writer with ADHD. Katy explains how her daily rituals help her get started and stay consistent. She also offers practical tips and advice for anyone wishing to take on the often perilous journey of professional writing Katy Forde is a writer, director, author and co-founder of Musical Theatre Australia. In 2019, she received the major Matilda Award for Best New Australian Work for...

How well does current research capture the nuances of neurodiversity? Listen along as we dissect papers on increased cognitive effort in emotional regulation, commonalities among late-diagnosed women and potential links to internet addiction. Do the research findings reflect the reality of life with ADHD? You be the judge! The ADHD Academy Unconventional Organisation Evidence of emotion dysregulation as a core symptom of adult ADHD: A systematic review Exploring Female Students’...

Skye and Sarah are joined by Unconventional Organisation Head Coach Karen to talk diagnosis, ADHD-friendly workspaces, dopamine activities and the importance of asking questions.  Karen has worked in the community, disability and neurodivergent sectors for over 20 years. After an ADHD diagnosis in her mid-forties, she focused her attention in this area, helping others embrace their unique strengths and utilise research-based strategies to navigate a world not always suited to the ADHD...