Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio podcasts focusing on ADHD and ADD, including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder. Our weekly podcast provides support for adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, Attention Talk Radio is topical with an emphasis on paying attention to what you are and are not paying attention to. The point is to put a spotlight on ATTENTION and the role it plays in ...
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Behind the Mask: The Emotional Cost of Living with ADHD
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ADHD often comes with inconsistency—moments of strong performance followed by periods of underperformance. Over time, this unpredictability can lead individuals to question their abilities and hide their struggles behind carefully constructed defenses. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) speaks with A…
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Surviving the Holidays with ADHD: What Families Really Need
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The holidays are stressful enough, but when ADHD is part of the family, the pressure can feel overwhelming. Between disrupted routines, heightened emotions, and unrealistic expectations, many parents enter the season already anxious and exhausted. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and co-host Caroli…
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If you've got ADHD, you probably find that the holiday season is incredibly stressful. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Cognitive Engineer and ADHD Coach, Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com), shares the type of mindset needed to minimize the stress. He talks about ADHD as an impairment, how it shows up in the holidays, and what to be thin…
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Got ADHD? Got imposter syndrome? This can be very emotionally challenging. In this episode of the Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper, shares his thoughts on imposter syndrome in the context of executive function. He tries to bring a legitimate understanding to the nature of imposter syndrome, why it exists, and wha…
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ADHD and Relationships: Differences in Style, Preferences, and Background
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If you've got ADHD and you're in a relationship, chances are there are certain areas of contention between you and your partner. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) interviews Riley Karbon. The duo talks about ADHD couples with different styles, different perspectives,…
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Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Shame and Negative Self-Talk with ADHD
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Many people with ADHD struggle with feelings of shame and persistent negative self-talk, which can hold them back from reaching their potential. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with Dr. Sharon Saline (www.drsharonsaline.com) to explore why these patterns develop and how to break free f…
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Bridging the Gap: Turning ADHD Knowledge Into Action
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Those with ADHD often understand what they need to do, but they struggle with getting them done; there’s a gap in turning knowledge into practice. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and complex parent coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (www.impactparents.com) explore the gap and discuss strategies to improv…
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Mastering Emotional Self-Regulation with ADHD: Theory and Practice
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ADHD is fundamentally a challenge of self-regulation, affecting not just attention but also emotions and physical movement. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) engages in an insightful conversation with long-time listener Greg. Together, they delve into the theory behind emotional regulation and, mo…
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Got ADHD? Do you struggle? Do the neurotypicals around you struggle? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper, (https://digcoaching.com) has an open and frank conversation with Dr. Sharon Saline about the need for empathy and gratitude. Many of those with ADHD are looking for empathy, but what about th…
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Recently, President Donald Trump commissioned the Make America Healthy Again report. The report was intended to rethink the mindset and public policy and make changes to benefit all Americans. However, the commissioned report has sent shock waves throughout the government and the ADHD community. To get in front of things, members of the newly forme…
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What you feed your body feeds your brain. Feed it junk, you get junk. Feed it what it needs, and it can thrive. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) interviews certified holistic nutritionist and ADHD coach Amy Jones on the topic of ADHD and nutrition and the role execu…
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Finding ADHD Solutions: A Lived Experience
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Do you have ADHD? Are you dying to understand what works for you? What's your process? What gets you to the outcomes? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) brings ADHD coach Riley Karbon to the show. The two discuss Riley's journey as an ADHD coach and the discovery of what …
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The 2025 Annual ADHD Focus on Focusing Conference
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Got ADHD? Do you struggle with focus? It's time for the 2025 International Conference on ADHD. Its focus is on helping you focus. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Cognitive Engineer and ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Ari Tuckman. The two discuss what to expect at this year's conference and play clips of Dr. …
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Feel Like You’re an Expert on ADHD But Still Stuck? Why Is That?
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They say people with ADHD often know what to do, but the real challenge comes in actually doing it. Why is that? One big reason is the gap between knowledge and execution. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with complex parent coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (www.impactparents.com) to explore t…
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Why Boredom Matters More Than You Think with ADHD
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Got ADHD? Ever find yourself bored—or maybe you’ve never even felt boredom because your brain is always plugged into electronics? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with Dr. John D. Eastwood (https://boredomlab.org/people/), a leading researcher on boredom and mental effort. Together, the…
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Owning Your ADHD: A Game-Changing Experience
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What’s the difference between knowing a lot about ADHD and actually owning it? It might sound simple, but it can be absolutely life-changing. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) chats with fellow ADHD coach Susan McGinnis (www.adhdimpactcoaching.com) about her personal journey—what it was like to li…
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Got ADHD? Thinking about expanding your family and having children for the first time? When deciding to grow your family, the emotional aspect can sometimes overshadow the practical considerations. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) draws a parallel between this life-…
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Got ADHD? Ever realized that the ADHD brain uses the automatic brain more than the executive function brain? What is the impact of this? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) talks about executive functions, the ADHD brain, primitive influences on executive function, and…
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ADHD: Fixing Follow-Through: What's the Issue?
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It's been said people with ADHD know what to do. Their challenge is in doing what they know to do. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD & productivity coach Lynne Edris (https://coachingaddvantages.com) to get her perspective on how to fix follow-through by …
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Uncovering the Truth About ADHD and Cannabis
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Is marijuana helpful for ADHD—or is something else going on beneath the surface? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks with clinical psychologist Dr. Roberto Olivardia to explore the lesser-known effects of cannabis use in people with ADHD. Rather than focusing on what marijuana seems to do,…
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ADHD Awareness, Access, and Action in the Black Community
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ADHD affects all races, but are Black lives being underserved or underrepresented in diagnosis and treatment? In this compelling episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) speaks with fellow coach Larry A. Jones, MD, MBA (https://enabletables.com), about cultural gaps, barriers to care, and the urgent need to …
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Hidden Struggles of ADHD and Bullying: A Lived Experience
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Being neurodiverse doesn't come without many, many challenges. One of them is being bullied. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach and cognitive engineer, Jeff Copper (http://.digcoaching.com), interviews ADHD Coach Brooke Schnittman (http://coachingwithbrooke.com) about bullying and her lived experience. We'll review not only what th…
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How Spirituality Can Help Those with ADHD
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One of the real challenges with ADHD is emotional dysregulation. While it's not in the diagnostic criteria, it’s probably the single greatest challenge for those with ADHD. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Cognitive Engineer and ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Rabbi Shmuel Reich (http://rsreichadhdcoach.com talk about h…
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Understanding the Overlap Between Autism and ADHD in One Brain
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Until recently, autism and ADHD weren’t diagnosed together—but that’s changing. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Sarah Cheyette (http://sarahcheyette.com), who shares her experience working with individuals diagnosed with both conditions. The conversation explores how symptoms …
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ADHD: Accommodations Hidden in Plain Sight?
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We’ve learned a lot about ADHD in recent times. However, interventions have not kept up. Today there is an exciting new paradigm that has the potential to change all that. In fact, this new lens has produced a new truth based on truths, which is exciting. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (http:/…
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