Have you ever wondered how ADHD influences family dynamics and relationships?
What strategies can you use to better understand and support your loved ones with ADHD?
How can self-compassion play a role in navigating the challenges of ADHD within families?
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In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, I’m thrilled to chat with Dr. Tamara Rosier, who brings a wealth of knowledge about ADHD in families. We’ll explore the nuances of ADHD behaviours, the hereditary nature of this condition, and invaluable strategies for fostering understanding and compassion in your family.
Join us as we dive deep into topics like emotional dysregulation, the concept of 'monkeys' representing different ADHD traits, and ways to create a supportive environment for everyone involved. Dr. Rosier’s expertise, stemming from her role as a coach and her experience with families, offers unique insights that you won’t want to miss.
🎙️ In this episode:
00:00 Understanding ADHD: It's Just Different
00:38 Introduction to the Podcast and Today's Topic
00:45 Families and ADHD: A Heritable Trait
00:58 Meet Dr. Tamara Rosier and Her New Book
02:51 The Chaos of ADHD in Families
05:48 The Impact of ADHD on Family Dynamics
06:40 Communication Quirks and Memory Glitches
07:34 Navigating Emotional Dysregulation
07:54 Rejection Sensitivity and Relationship Challenges
16:53 Strategies for Managing ADHD in Families
23:54 The Window of Tolerance: Managing Hyper and Hypo Arousal
30:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
🕺More about Dr. Tamara Rosier.
Dr. Rosier has been a college administrator, a professor, a leadership consultant, a high school teacher, a business owner, and an ADHD coach. Through these varied experiences, she has gained invaluable insights into ADHD and its impact on individuals' lives. As the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, Dr. Rosier guides a dedicated team of coaches, therapists, and speech pathologists in assisting individuals, parents, and families as they develop a deep understanding of themselves and acquire practical skills to navigate life with ADHD. Her books, "Your Brain's Not Broken" and "You, Me, and Our ADHD Family," offer practical strategies for addressing the potent emotional dimensions of living with ADHD.
Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier:
Website: https://www.miadhd.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.tamararosier/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-rosier-phd/
What's your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast
The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.
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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray
Ian is the host of the Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. He helps business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. Ian runs Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be...
