Adult ADHD
A foundational finding I’ve relied on for nearly 20 years just got more complicated – and I want to make sure what I’m teaching reflects it. For nearly two decades, I’ve been explaining the ADHD brain to parents, educators, and clinicians with a framework that felt solid. It was grounded in research. It made sense … Read more
A decade of reflection with Debbie Reber Ten years ago, conversations about neurodivergence sounded very different. In this reflective conversation with Debbie Reber, we look at what’s changed, what still feels hard for families (especially in schools), and why understanding has to keep evolving. I was recently a guest on Debbie Reber’s Tilt Parenting Podcast … Read more
Understanding ADHD: Why Diagnosis Matters More Than You Think (Part 1 of 2) This is Part 1 of a two-part series on the importance of accurate ADHD diagnosis. Today, we’ll explore why naming ADHD is not a label that limits a child, but a light that helps families understand behavior, reduce shame, and access meaningful … Read more
I first met Jami Shapiro at the CHADD conference and was immediately struck by her warmth, wisdom, and passion for helping people better understand ADHD across the lifespan. Her personal story—of discovering her own ADHD through her child’s diagnosis and eventually recognizing the same traits in her mother—is powerful, relatable, and deeply important. Jami is … Read more
You may have seen the recent New York Times article by Paul Tough: “Have We Been Thinking About A.D.H.D. All Wrong?” As someone who has spent nearly two decades working with parents, educators, and professionals to support children with ADHD and Executive Function challenges, I appreciate the broader discussion this article invites—but it doesn’t tell the whole story. … Read more
I’m excited to welcome Dr. Tamara Rosier as a guest blogger! Tamara is a brilliant ADHD coach, educator, and the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan. She has a deep understanding of the ADHD brain and offers practical strategies to help individuals manage their time and energy more effectively. In this post, she … Read more
ADHD Coaching can make such a positive difference for high school and college students, helping them go from struggling to success. We have seen it time and time again. Samantha was a high school student struggling to keep up with her classes. She felt that she was always behind, and her grades were suffering. She … Read more
It is an honor to have Chris Dendy and Ruth Hughes share about their new book to my PTS Coaching community. I have known both Chris and Ruth for many years through my involvement with National CHADD. They are each compassionate advocates and outstanding practitioners. Their new book, Launching into Young Adulthood with ADHD…Ready or … Read more
Adult ADHD and Motherhood can be stressful. Below are 6 tips from Dr. Scott Shapiro, Psychiatrist and Therapist, that will help bring more calm, organization, and enjoyment to your daily life. I first became acquainted with Psychiatrist Scott Shapiro when we were colleagues years ago working for Dr. Edward Hallowell at the Hallowell Center in … Read more
ADHD is often thought of as a childhood diagnosis that magically disappears in late adolescence. Up until the last couple of decades the Adult ADHD diagnosis simply did not exist. ADHD affects upwards of 10% of the population, which often persists into adulthood and typically causes individuals to continue to struggle with core symptoms of … Read more
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