Kristen Carder: ADHD Explained — Psychology, Perception, Behavior, Causes, Tools, and More | Episode 50

In this episode, we have a fun conversation with Kristen Carder, the host of the I Have ADHD podcast and a coach specializing in working with adults who have ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). We dive deep into various aspects of ADHD, including its psychology, behavior, biology, risks, treatments, tools, and more.Topics discussed:The subjective experience of having ADHDExploring whether ADHD can be seen as a superpowerIdentifying the problems and dangers associated with ADHDKristen's personal journey after being diagnosed and starting medicationA closer look at the symptoms of ADHDThe impact of one's environment and spatial designHow individuals with ADHD perceive and manage time, along with time management toolsNavigating relationships when one or both partners have ADHDThe role of rejection in the ADHD experienceBehavioral tools and strategies for living and thriving with ADHDDebunking common misunderstandings and myths about ADHDUnderstanding the potential causes of ADHDThe influence of trauma on the conditionThe overlap between ADHD and other mental health conditionsThe role of dopamine and its relation to ADHDAddressing the higher risk of addiction, substance misuse, and risky behavior in people with ADHD... and more!Whether you have ADHD or are looking to understand and support someone who does, you'll find valuable insights in this conversation.RESOURCESBOOKS  - Finish by Jon Acuff  - More Attention, Less Deficit by Ari Tuckman  - Rethinking Adult ADHD by J. Russell Ramsay  - Scattered Minds by Gabor Mate  - Taking Charge of Adult ADHD by Russell Barkley  - The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk  - What Happened to You? by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey - Your Brain's Not Broken by Tamara Rosier PEOPLE   - Ari Tuckman  - Bessel van der Kolk  - Bruce Perry  - Gabor Mate  - J. Russell Ramsay  - Jon Acuff  - Russell Barkley  - Tamara Rosier***CONNECT WITH KRISTEN***website: ihaveadhd.comcoaching program (FOCUSED): ihaveadhd.com/focusedpodcast (I Have ADHD): ihaveadhd.com/podcastInstagram: @i.have.adhd.podcast