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ADHD, Aging, and Letting Go with Jami Shapiro #24What happens when ADHD, our relationship with our belongings, and aging intersect?In this episode of ADHDtime on Air, I talk with Jami Shapiro, ADHD coach, Certified Senior Advisor, founder of Silver Linings Transitions, host of the Grandma Has ADHD podcast, and author of This Explains So Much: Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD.Jami shares how she discovered her own ADHD after her child was evaluated, and how that diagnosis eventually changed the way she understood herself, her family, and her work.We talk about why letting go can be particularly complicated with ADHD, from decision paralysis and “someday” thinking to memory, guilt, and emotional attachment. We also look beyond clutter to a bigger question: How do we create homes, systems, and plans that work for who we are now and for the people we will become?In this episode, we discuss:ami Shapiro's personal ADHD storyThe connection between ADHD and agingStrategies for organizing and downsizing with ADHDThe importance of planning for the future with ADHDThe relationship between ADHD and resilienceHow undiagnosed ADHD affects family dynamicsThe impact of clutter and memory on mental healthThe significance of communication and documentation in agingThe role of self-compassion and forgiveness in ADHD managementConnect with Jami ShapiroWebsite: https://www.jamishapiro.me/Podcast: *Grandma Has ADHD *https://grandmahasadhd.com/Book: *This Explains So Much: Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD *https://amzn.to/3T7kR9pSilver Linings Transitions: Senior and specialty move management and home organizingNational Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers (NASMM): https://www.nasmm.org/Connect with Daniella**Daniella Karidi, PhD, **ADHD & Executive Coach | Memory ResearcherWebsite: https://adhdtime.comPodcast: https://adhdtimeonair.riverside.com/Instagram: @adhdtimeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellakaridiInterested in ADHD coaching? Schedule a free 30-minute introduction:https://calendly.com/adhdtime/adhd-coaching-introduction-30-minute-free-clone-1Chapters01:54 Jami's personal journey with ADHD and family history04:13 Discovering ADHD later in life and professional development06:50 The connection between ADHD and health issues like fibromyalgia09:54 Relationship with stuff and decision paralysis12:51 Strategies for organizing and decluttering with ADHD17:14 Memory, keepsakes, and the emotional aspect of possessions21:58 ADHD and aging: myths, realities, and misconceptions26:00 The importance of planning for aging and future self29:50 Family dynamics, inheritance, and the importance of communication34:03 Resilience, strengths, and embracing neurodivergence38:14 Resources, organizations, and closing thoughts#ADHDtimeOnAir #ADHDtime #ADHD #AdultADHD #ADHDAging #LateDiagnosedADHD #ADHDCoaching #ExecutiveFunction #Clutter #Decluttering #Aging #LifeTransitions

Why are so many women with ADHD still overlooked, misunderstood, or diagnosed later in life?In this episode of ADHDtime on Air, I speak with Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, an award-winning clinical psychologist, author, and longtime leader in the field of ADHD in girls and women.Sound bites"ADHD is very nuanced and complex""Untreated ADHD can seriously impact women’s health""Focus on quality of life, not just symptoms"Dr. Nadeau explains why women’s ADHD is often hidden behind years of masking, overcompensating, apologizing, and working extraordinarily hard to meet expectations. We discuss why effective ADHD care must look beyond a list of symptoms and consider the whole person, including her environment, responsibilities, relationships, physical health, stress, and quality of life.Our conversation explores:• Why girls and women with ADHD continue to be missed• The difference between being “bothersome” and being internally bothered• How masking can conceal significant struggles• Why treatment should focus on quality of life, not only symptom reduction• Practical ways to simplify daily life and reduce unnecessary demands• How a person’s environment can increase or reduce ADHD-related challenges• The importance of movement, nature, connection, and community• Why clinicians need more comprehensive training in ADHD across the lifespan• The questions clinicians and coaches should ask to determine whether support is genuinely helpingWe also discuss Dr. Nadeau’s new book, A Clinician’s Guide to ADHD in Women: Diagnosis and Treatment, written with Patricia Quinn, MD, and Michael Morse, MD. Although written for professionals, the book offers accessible and practical insights that women with ADHD may also find valuable.Dr. Nadeau also introduces the Institute for Lifespan ADHD Training, or ILAT, which provides practical, evidence-based, case-focused education for clinicians working with people with ADHD across the lifespan.Resources:📘 A Clinician’s Guide to ADHD in Women: Diagnosis and TreatmentBy Kathleen Nadeau, PhD, Patricia Quinn, MD, and Michael Morse, MDPurchase the book: https://amzn.to/4hwoQ8DInstitute for Lifespan ADHD Traininghttps://ilat.org/CONNECT WITH DANIELLA KARIDI, PhD🌐 Website: https://www.adhdtime.com📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @adhdtime💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellakaridiThis conversation is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care.Chapters00:00 Understanding ADHD in Women03:25 The Need for a Clinician's Guide04:01 The Impact of ADHD in Women09:53 The Complexity of ADHD Treatment13:39 Simplifying Life with ADHD21:25 The Power of Connection and Community23:28 The Importance of a Healthy Lifestyle28:36 The Institute for Lifespan ADHD Training33:37 Advice to Younger and#ADHD #ADHDWomen #AdultADHD #ADHDDiagnosis #ADHDSupport #Neurodiversity #ADHDtimeOnAir #ADHDBooks

ADHDtime on Air #22: The Power of ADHD Community with Suzanne SophosWhat happens when people with ADHD find a community where they feel understood?In this episode of ADHDtime on Air, I talk with Suzanne Sophos, CMPSS, president of CHADD’s national board of directors and founder of The BRAVE Space. We explore how community and peer support can help people with ADHD feel seen, understand themselves more fully, and discover approaches that fit their individual lives.Suzanne shares how her son’s ADHD diagnosis led to her own diagnoses of ADHD and autism, and how those experiences shaped her work as a coach, peer support specialist, advocate, and community builder. We also discuss adult diagnosis, authentic neurodivergent representation, and why ADHD advocacy remain so important.Topics discussed include:• Why ADHD community and peer support matter• Finding belonging after an ADHD or autism diagnosis• Suzanne’s experience as an AuDHD adult• Self-knowledge and building systems that fit the individual• Authentic versus stereotypical ADHD representation• The continuing need for ADHD advocacy and educationABOUT SUZANNE SOPHOSSuzanne Sophos, CMPSS, is president of CHADD’s national board of directors and director of CHADD of California. She is a Certified Peer Support Specialist, ADHD and AuDHD coach, advocate, facilitator, and founder of The BRAVE Space, where she supports neurodivergent individuals through coaching, peer support, and community.CONNECT WITH Suzanne SophosThe BRAVE Space:https://thebravespace.com/Suzanne on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.sophos/CONNECT WITH DANIELLA KARIDI, PhD🌐 https://www.adhdtime.com📧 [email protected]📸 Instagram: @adhdtime💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellakaridiRESOURCESLearn more about CHADD:https://chadd.org/2026 International Conference on ADHD:https://chadd.org/conference/Trying, an ADHD short film by Sam Labrecque:https://www.samlabrecque.com/tryingLiz Lewis’s Substack, Yes, And…:https://healthyadhd.substack.com/ADHDtime on Air with Liz Lewis, You’re Not the Problem:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BoR18_fRB8Dr. Sasha Hamdani, ADHD psychiatrist and educator:https://www.instagram.com/thepsychdoctormd/CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to ADHD and CHADD05:07 The Importance of Community and Peer Support07:50 Knowing Self and Personal Growth09:24 Diagnosis and Labeling22:35 ADHD Representation in Media35:03 Advocacy and Awareness#ADHD #AuDHD #Autism #ADHDCommunity #PeerSupport #AdultADHD #Neurodiversity #ADHDAdvocacy #LateDiagnosis #ADHDCoaching #ADHDtimeOnAir #ADHDtime #CHADD

ADHD at Work: How Professionals Can Thrive, Not Just SurviveWhat does ADHD look like when someone is successful and accomplished professionally?In this episode of ADHDtime on Air, I talk with psychiatrist and author Dr. Jenny Byrne about her book ADHD in Professionals and the often-hidden experience of ADHD at work.We discuss why professional success does not mean ADHD is not creating challenges, and how enormous effort can sometimes be hidden behind strong performance. We also explore workplace accommodations, the debate around ADHD strengths and “superpowers,” and why understanding your individual brain and environment matters.Our conversation also moves beyond the traditional workplace to solopreneurship and retirement, when external structure may disappear and new strategies and supports become important.Topics We DiscussADHD and the hidden cost of professional successWorkplace accommodations and flexibilityADHD strengths, challenges, and “superpowers”Solopreneurship, retirement, and external structureUnderstanding how your individual brain worksKey TakeawaysSuccess does not eliminate struggle. High achievement can coexist with significant effort, exhaustion, and ADHD-related challenges.Context matters. Strengths and challenges can look very different depending on the person and the environment.Support can benefit everyone. Movement, fewer distractions, clearer communication, and flexibility can make workplaces more accessible without requiring ADHD disclosure.About Dr. Jenny ByrneDr. Jenny Byrne is a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist entrepreneur and author whose career has focused on human brain and behavior. Her work explores how professionals can better understand their brains, identify effective supports, and create environments in which they can thrive.Connect with Dr. Jenny ByrneWebsite: https://www.constellationpllc.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenniebyrne/Book ADHD in Professionals: Embracing Your Brain https://amzn.to/4hETTQdConnect with Daniella karidi, PhD🌐https://www.adhdtime.com📧 [email protected]📸 Instagram: @adhdtime💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellakaridiSubscribe to ADHDtime on Air for conversations with researchers, clinicians, authors, coaches, and advocates exploring ADHD and neurodivergent life.Chapters00:00 Embracing ADHD in Professionals03:25 The Power of Storytelling06:26 Challenging Misconceptions about ADHD09:06 Work Accommodations for Professionals16:21 ADHD and Solo Entrepreneurs19:37 Late Diagnosis and Age Limits22:23 ADHD Superpowers vs. Challenges29:15 Strengths and Stories33:09 Key Takeaway: Thriving with ADHDKeywordsADHD at work, ADHD in professionals, adult ADHD, workplace accommodations, neurodiversity, executive functioning

What Is ADHD Coaching, and How Can It Help?What exactly is ADHD coaching, and how is it different from advice, therapy, or simply telling someone what they should do?In this episode of ADHDtime on Air, I talk with ADHD coach and mentor coach Adela Baker about what good ADHD coaching actually looks like. We explore the importance of curiosity, active listening, and trusting clients to discover solutions that work for their own brains rather than offering one-size-fits-all advice.Adela also shares her concept of “Turbo Thinkers,” reflects on what social media is getting right and wrong about ADHD, and explains why training and credentials matter when choosing a coach. We also talk about How do you know when coaching has worked and it's time to end the coaching relationship?Our conversation ultimately comes back to self-understanding: becoming more aware of how your brain works, accepting what you need, finding the right supports and accommodations, and making choices that reflect your values and the life you actually want to live.In This EpisodeWhat ADHD coaching is and what it isn'tWhat makes a good ADHD coach“Turbo Thinkers” and recognizing individual strengthsWhy ADHD coaching training and credentials matterWhat social media is getting right and wrong about ADHDHow to know when coaching has worked and it's time to move onKey TakeawaysGood coaching is collaborative. The coach isn't there to provide all the answers, but to help clients understand themselves, identify what works, and develop solutions that fit their lives.There is no universal ADHD strategy. What works beautifully for one person may not work for someone else.Successful coaching should build independence and confidence. Over time, clients can become more aware of how they work, what supports they need, and how to ask for those supports.Chapters00:00 Defining ADHD Coaching03:10 Qualities of a Good Coach06:21 The Evolution of Coaching10:02 The Impact of Coaching15:51 The Future of Coaching19:08 The Importance of Active Listening24:25 Completing the Coaching JourneyConnect with Adela BakerWebsite: https://www.mind-coach.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adelabakermcn/CONNECT WITH DANIELLA KARIDI, PHD🌐https://www.adhdtime.com📧 [email protected]📸 Instagram: @adhdtime💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellakaridiResources MentionedADHD Coaches Organization (ACO) - https://www.adhdcoaches.org/If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share the episode with someone who might find it helpful.#ADHDtimeOnAir #ADHDtime #ADHD #ADHDCoaching #Coaching #ExecutiveFunction #Neurodiversity #ADHDSupport