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Avoidance: A different take on ADHD Struggles with Follow Through

In this episode of the ADHD Support Talk Radio podcast, co-host Lynne Edris takes a unique perspective on common struggles experienced by adults with ADHD, namely poor follow-through, procrastination, and avoidance. Lynne challenges the conventional view of procrastination as laziness or a character flaw and instead explores it as a behavioral habit born of a coping mechanism that has gone awry. This episode originally aired in April of 2021.  Lynne delves into the underlying reasons behind procrastination and avoidance, helping listeners understand the root causes of these behaviors. She emphasizes that individuals with ADHD often struggle with executive functioning, which can make it challenging to initiate tasks, sustain focus, and manage time effectively. Procrastination and avoidance, therefore, become maladaptive coping mechanisms that provide temporary relief from the anxiety and overwhelm associated with tasks. By reframing procrastination as a coping mechanism, Lynne hel...

Breaking It Down: ADHD Strategies for Tackling Overwhelm

In this episode of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast, hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris dive into the essential skill of breaking things down for individuals living with ADHD. From daunting tasks to everyday challenges, they explore various techniques tailored to the unique needs of each person. Through insightful discussions, they uncover common obstacles that may hinder the breakdown process and provide practical solutions to overcome them. Join Tara and Lynne as they empower listeners with valuable strategies to conquer overwhelm and achieve success one step at a time. Tara McGillicuddy has been known and celebrated in the ADHD community for decades of practical and long-lasting shifts in tens of thousands in her communities. The creator of ADDClasses.com, The ADHD Awareness Expo and ADHD Support Talk Radio Tara is one of the longest-standing leaders in the field. Over the years she has also honed her natural skills as an empath. She now also combines the rare gift of sigh...