Drop the Armor: ADHD & Men’s Mental Health

Featuring Jeff Kapp Men’s Health Month   Jeff Kapp, host of the Wild Focus Podcast and a CHADD member, shares an honest look at what it can be like to live as a man with ADHD—and why many men may struggle in silence. He discusses how ADHD can affect more than memory or organization, shaping…

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ADHD and the Allure of the Outdoors

Featuring Mark Bertin, MD, and Mark Coleman   Developmental pediatrician Mark Bertin and meditation teacher Mark Coleman explore how time in nature can support focus, calm, and emotional regulation for people with ADHD. They discuss why outdoor environments naturally engage the ADHD brain, how sensory experiences such as sound, movement, and light can help regulate…

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Men, Fatherhood, and ADHD

Featuring Anil Chacko, PhD   Anil Chacko, PhD, discusses the ways ADHD can affect fatherhood and family life. He explores the prevalence of ADHD in men, the strong genetic link between parent and child, and how symptoms can affect parenting, relationships, work, and overall well-being. He also examines common co-occurring conditions, including anxiety, depression, and…

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Men’s Health Month: The Power of Showing Up for Yourself

June is Men’s Health Month, focused on awareness, prevention, education, and family engagement for the health and well-being of men and boys. This year we are looking at how to be partners in care by creating better personal connections, improving health education, and advocating for the physical and mental health needs of men. The Men’s…

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Employable You

Featuring Larry Worth https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7dnxj6dsjf894r3s/All_Things_ADHD_Larry_Worth_Susan_Buningha476p.mp3   What if succeeding at work with ADHD is not about trying harder or becoming more organized, but about understanding how your brain works? Workplace strategist and author Larry Worth explores why adults with ADHD may experience burnout, overwhelm, rejection sensitivity, and communication challenges on the job—even when they are intelligent,…

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Succeeding in Their First Independent Home

At the close of the school year, many new graduates begin looking for their first apartment. Meanwhile their parents wonder, Are they ready for independent living? If the young adult has ADHD, their symptoms can affect how they manage daily responsibilities when establishing their independence. Finding that first apartment can take more planning, patience, and…

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ADHD Often Comes with Another Condition

You may have started working with a provider to answer the question: Could this be ADHD? But over time, another question may come up: Is something else going on? For the majority of children and adults who have ADHD, the answer will be yes. About two-thirds of people diagnosed with ADHD have at least one…

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Why ADHD Is Often Missed in Asian American Communities

Featuring Patrick Goh, PhD Asian American, Native Hawai’ian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month   Patrick Goh, PhD, shares what research shows about ADHD in Asian American individuals, including why diagnosis rates are lower, how symptoms may appear differently, and how cultural factors can affect recognition and treatment. Despite similar prevalence rates worldwide, Asian American youth…

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Before You Believe the Meme: What ADHD Experts Want You to Know

Ask the ADHD Information Team Question: I’m a parent of a teenager with ADHD. I recently came across a meme on social media claiming that when processed foods are removed from a child’s diet, their ADHD symptoms drop by 53% without any medication or therapy. There wasn’t a link to the study, though. Is it…

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ADHD and the Allure of the Outdoors

          Featuring Mark Bertin, MD, and Mark Coleman   This All Things ADHD podcast episode explores how time in nature can support focus, calm, and emotional regulation for people with ADHD. Our guests discuss why outdoor environments naturally engage the ADHD brain, how sensory experiences like sound, movement, and light help…

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Finding the Right Summer Camp

Why Camp Can Be So Hard for Kids with ADHD

Still thinking about summer camp for your child? Now is the time to decide—before spots fill up. A little research now can make for a smoother, happier summer for both you and your child. Why summer camp for kids with ADHD “Camp is simply an opportunity for kids to learn and grow in a remarkably…

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How Do I Talk with My Child About ADHD?

Ask the CHADD’s Health Information Specialist Team Question: Our daughter has ADHD, but we haven’t told her about the diagnosis yet. She’s ten years old and has been doing alright in school, but she is starting to have some problems. Should we tell her she was diagnosed two years ago? How should we tell her…

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