Living with ADHD: You're Brain's Not Broken | Dr. Tamara Rosier

ADHD is often misunderstood, even in the medical field today. In this episode, Dr. Tamara Rosier, ADHD coach of over 10 years and founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, helps answer the question: can you live a normal life with ADHD?Dr. Rosier shares her experience as a woman with ADHD. She explores different ADHD types, practical lifestyle tips that often help regulate ADHD symptoms, and when someone might want to seek medical attention for symptoms in today’s modern world. After more than a decade of providing ADHD coaching to others and living a neurodivergent life herself, Dr. Tamara Rosier published one of the top-rated books for ADHD called Your Brain’s Not Broken. Listen to this episode to hear her share many important insights about ADHD that aren’t often talked about. Discussed in this episode:Dr. Rosier’s experience with adult ADHDWhat understanding do we really have about ADHD in the medical world?Interesting themes that research reveals on the neurotypical brain vs ADHD brainConsiderations about ADHD medicationIs ADHD genetic?Understanding and living with someone who has ADHDThe role of sleep and nutrition for the ADHD brain Tips for living with ADHD on a daily basisDemystifying the term “adult onset ADHD” When to seek medical attention and treatment for ADHD symptoms “Women with ADHD tend to over-function and mask their sensitivity. It’s really difficult to get the respect we need.” - Dr. Tamara Rosier  🎙️ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:18 - Understanding ADHD: Breaking the Stigma03:42 - Debunking Myths: ADHD is Not a "Broken" Brain06:15 - Discovering Strengths in ADHD08:47 - Strategies for Thriving with ADHD12:30 - Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience15:09 - The Importance of ADHD Awareness and Acceptance17:35 - Expert Advice: Nurturing Mental Well-being20:01 - Listener Q&A: Addressing Common Concerns24:16 - Key Takeaways and Final ThoughtsRelated to this episode:Get Dr. Rosier’s book: Your Brain’s Not BrokenConnect with Dr. Rosier on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookADHD Coaching Organization: www.adhdcoaches.org ADHD Center of West Michigan: www.miadhd.comResources and episodes on Mental Health If you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on iTunes or Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.Share with Others: Spread the word by sharing episodes with friends, family, or anyone interested in women's health. Every share helps!Engage with Our Community: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for the latest updates and engaging content.Stay Informed: Sign up for our weekly newsletter to receive the latest announcements, news, and research directly in your inbox.Reach Out: We love hearing from you! Reach out for inquiries, outreach, or even to share your questions and topics of interest.Together, let's build a stronger community dedicated to women's health. Your support is crucial in this journey!**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****Contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**