Just diagnosed with Adult ADHD?

Name: Just diagnosed with Adult ADHD?
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Thriving with adult ADHD-a road map and next steps

Created byDavid Greenwood

Last updated 11/2022

English

What you'll learn

What to incorporate into your life when you have adult ADHD
Ways to thrive as an adult with ADHD
Understand why proper management of adult ADHD is crucial
How to “own” your ADHD and become more self-aware
Understand the strengths that come with ADHD
Finding your ideal support system
Executive functions and how they run our lives
Areas of life to focus on and get support and guidance

Course content

8 sections • 31 lectures • 1h 47m total length

Introduction3:46
This course is a road map that will allow you to take the next steps in managing and thriving with adult ADHD. Get to know David in this quick video and understand how this program will give you a road map in taking the next steps with your ADHD journey.
Medication for ADHD is your choice2:19
Medication is a personal choice that should be discussed by you, your family and a qualified physician that understands ADHD.
Be kind to yourself4:35
You must be kind to yourself as an adult with ADHD. We have both good days and bad days and we cannot let those challenging days dictate our mood and our outlook on life. Learn more about ways to be kind to yourself and why it is so important.

Understanding the strengths that come with ADHD5:08
There are strengths and weaknesses that come with having ADHD. It is important to note that everyone is different so a proper analysis of our strengths and weaknesses is important to understand what we focus our attention on, as well as what we might stay away from in life and our career.
The more you complain, the more you'll believe you can't...3:59
Negativity will only make your ADHD worse. Staying positive is an important trait that all of us need to get better at. Finding places of positivity and staying away from those that thrive on negativity is mission-critical.

ADHD Coaching6:08
While this program will give you a road map to understand what you need to work on, the real work happens when you find the proper support system. One way is finding an ADHD coach that is a great fit for you.
Therapy for ADHD2:51
Therapy and coaching for ADHD are very different. Find out the differences and if you need one or both.
Other types of support for ADHD3:30
There are other types of support systems for adults with ADHD and it is important to find one that is positive in nature and helps you thrive in life. Finding the right people to be around is critical.

Executive functions and how they run our lives6:00
At its core, ADHD is about managing your executive functions. Executive functions can be our friends or they can get in the way of important progress in life. Understand the basics of executive functions here.
Positive reinforcements for your executive functions!1:46
Give yourself a pat on the back if you were on time, met a deadline or walked in a room and remembered why you were there.
Self awareness is critical to thriving with adult ADHD2:39
If you don't understand the good and bad of ADHD, you'll never be able to thrive. Self-awareness, sometimes uncomfortable, is a necessary step in thriving with adult ADHD.
What can you pay attention to?4:13
The ups and downs of our ability to pay attention is one of the hallmarks of ADHD. Find out what you like to pay attention to and when you drift off.
Identify common distractions in your life2:52
Work on the more common distractions in your life.
Get organized!5:46
Disorganization both physical and digital is a major distraction for those with ADHD. Learn some simple tips to get organized and get rid of the clutter in your life.
How to minimize forgetfulness2:35
Of course we forget things, everyone does. But it's important to make a list of the things we always forget.
When do you focus best?1:57
Learn more about focus and identifying when you can do your best work.
Self awareness with social skills2:48
Adults with ADHD oftentimes need to improve social skills. Learn the importance of this and how to gain more self-awareness with how we interact with others.
Identify when emotions get the best of you3:02
Emotional regulation is critical when it comes to thriving with ADHD. Learn to identify your various emotions in the events that may trigger negative emotions.

Taking care of mind and body has enormous benefits5:56
There is a mountain of evidence to suggest that taking care of mind and body is one of the best ways to manage ADHD. Find out why this is so important.
Find your good dopamine with passions and interests3:02
You must find what makes you happy in life. Finding drive and passion will fuel dopamine. Find out why this is a critical part of thriving with ADHD.

The basics of time management2:19
You must understand the basics of time and energy management if you are an adult with ADHD.
Understand your capacity1:58
Adults with ADHD need to understand capacity and when it's time to take a break.
Personal time-Claim it first1:28
Want to be happy? Claim your personal time first.
Always be adjusting your schedule...If needed...2:11
Effective time management also incorporates realistic adjustments with your schedule.
Don't drop everything for others2:16
You must get good at saying no.
Deadlines...Deadlines and more deadlines...2:24
Those of us with ADHD need deadlines…. it's just a fact
Set your timers and alarms!2:33
Using alarms and timers in your life can be one of the best decisions you've ever made.

Requirements

Be ready and open to thriving in life and in business with adult ADHD
Grab a notebook and a pen and get to work!

Description

If you have recently found out that you have adult ADHD, suspect you have ADHD, or would like a road map on the areas of life and career to focus on, this program will help you.

Created by David Greenwood, author of the book Overcoming Distractions-thriving with adult ADHD, David goes through the areas of life that require your attention. The program's theme is if David had to do it all over again as an adult diagnosed with ADHD. He discusses in detail what areas of life he would work more closely on in order to thrive, be happy as well as manage the basics of adult ADHD.

There are exercises on many modules that will allow you to write down the areas you feel you need to work on to thrive with your ADHD. But keep in mind, while there is advice, everyone and every situation is different so it's important for adults with ADHD to get the help and guidance they need once they understand the areas of life that need work.

Many people after being diagnosed with adult ADHD do not know the next steps to move forward. This program will allow you to have the guidance you need to take the next steps to thrive with ADHD.

At the end of this program you should have a better understanding of your ADHD and be able to “own” your ADHD.

Grab a notebook and a pen and let's get started!

Who this course is for:

This program is for any adult with ADHD, newly diagnosed or not, that wants to gain a better understanding of what they should be focusing on to thrive in life.

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 11min

The importance of staying positive with your adult ADHD2 lectures • 9min

Finding your support system3 lectures • 12min

Self awareness and understanding your ADHD10 lectures • 34min

Taking care of you!2 lectures • 9min

Time and energy management needs to be a priority in life7 lectures • 15min

ADHD in the workplace1 lecture • 4min

Understanding and learning more about your ADHD3 lectures • 13min

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