What if We Looked at ADHD as a Dopamine Addiction?

Many people are confused about ADHD. It’s not so much a deficit of attention, but rather a self-regulation issue. It's easy to understand the confusion; after all, deficit of attention is in its name. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) to talk about the physics of electricity in the brain that makes up the biology manifesting in ADHD behavior.  Along the way, they also discuss the major role that the neurotransmitter dopamine plays in ADHD and then use the concept of a dopamine addiction to explain ADHD in a way that is amazingly simple. The model will put a spotlight on the “why” behind self-regulation and ADHD behavior. If you are intrigued by the “why,” you’ll find this show very insightful. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works. Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.