ADHD Skills:

 

ADHD Skills:

1 - Have less stuff - less Mental & Physical Clutter - Out of sight: Out of mind

2 - Store vertically in clear containers - Global view that allows focused deep-dives when necessary

3 - Planning and Prioritizing - Bullet Journal - I need to look into this

4 - Meta Thinking - you can self-hack your thoughts to get the desired outcomes, a unique skill

5 - Let go of guilt and shame - you are different, you are allowed to be different, you just think differently, sometimes for the better!

6 - Emotional Control - do not re-live old traumas - compartmentalize what you can control - Mindfulness

7 - Bonus! Outsource your weaknesses! Enjoy your strengths! Do not torture yourself with tasks you are unsuitable for!

 

Adult ADHD What You Need to Know

 

Adult ADHD:   What You Need to Know

This lecture is based on Dr. Barkley's recent book, Taking Charge of Adult ADHD (2021; New York, Guilford Publications).  ADHD is now recognized as a relatively common mental disorder of teens and adults, affecting 4-5 percent of the adult population and accounting for an increasing number of referrals mental health and family practices in this country.  The disorder has a pervasive impact on most major domains of daily life activities, including occupational, educational, and social functioning and health-related behavior.  It is therefore imperative that mental health, medical, and educational professionals have as much up-to-date knowledge of this adult disorder and its treatment as possible. This presentation will provide current information on the nature, comorbid disorders, adaptive impairments, and underlying nature of ADHD as it occurs in adults.   Dr. Barkley will provide guidance on the diagnosis of ADHD and the need for clinical judgment beyond just employing a DSM-5 algorithm.  He will also describe the most effective treatment components focusing particularly on counseling, medication, cognitive-behavioral therapy for executive function deficits, and Adult ADHD Coaching, as well as the need for educational and workplace accommodations. This presentation is 1.5 hours in length.

https://youtu.be/nDgOmFd5SlE