I'm a Psychologist...and I Have ADHD with Beth Capecchi

From All Mom Does Podcast with Julie Lyles Carr · 33:11

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Beth Capecchi is a psychologist. And she's also someone with attention deficit disorder. She joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr for a fascinating conversation about living and working with ADHD, what we know today about attention deficit that we didn't know before, and how God works through all of it.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4hSYg9UKey Topics:Neuroscience of ADHD and brain chemistryHow ADHD manifests differently in womenThe importance of self-awareness and diagnosisStrengths and superpowers associated with ADHDPractical strategies for managing ADHD in daily lifeThe role of emotional responsiveness and rejection sensitivityParenting with ADHD and managing household tasksThe cultural perception of ADHD and neurodiversitySound Bites:“ADHD people have trouble with making decisions.”“Many women with ADHD are undiagnosed because they don’t look hyper.”“Rejection sensitive dysphoria is really just depression when rejected.”Chapters00:00 Introduction and personal chaos of motherhood01:15 Meet Beth Capecchi: Psychologist and ADHD advocate02:44 Understanding ADHD: Overcommitment and decision-making challenges04:27 ADHD in women: Hidden symptoms and late diagnosis06:47 The science of ADHD: Brain wiring and genetics08:43 Core characteristics of ADHD across different personalities09:55 The strengths and superpowers of ADHD11:48 Managing executive function and procrastination13:07 Emotional responsiveness and rejection sensitivity15:07 Parenting with ADHD: Challenges and strengths16:44 Balancing responsibilities and self-compassion19:55 Breaking free from comparison and embracing individuality21:42 The science behind ADHD: Brain chemistry and genetics24:41 Treatment options: Medication, natural strategies, and understanding your brain29:37 The spiritual perspective: God’s design and strengths in neurodiversity31:03 Closing thoughts: Embracing messiness and authenticityKeywords: ADHD, women, neuroscience, motherhood, mental health, strategies, strengths, diagnosis, neurodiversity

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