I Have ADHD Podcast
The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and FUN podcast for adults with ADHD. Listen to learn about how ADHD impacts every area of your life from the boardroom to the bedroom...and how you can begin to overcome your symptoms by accepting who you are, flaws and all.
Host Kristen Carder is a dually certified coach who has supported thousands of of people with ADHD worldwide. Kristen's extensive experience working with ADHDers began in 2012, and she now leads a global community of adults with ADHD in her coaching program, FOCUSED.
****OBVIOUSLY the content in this podcast is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice. Kristen Carder is not a medical professional.
I Have ADHD Podcast
306 The Truth About ADHD Hyperfocus: Superpower or Sabotage?
Ever been so locked into a task that the world around you fades away? That’s hyperfocus, one of the most misunderstood aspects of ADHD. Some call it a superpower—but is it really? In this episode of the I Have ADHD Podcast, I break down what hyperfocus actually is, how it impacts ADHDers, and why it’s not the magical productivity hack some people think it is.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why hyperfocus looks like the opposite of ADHD but still causes major challenges
- The hidden cost of hyperfocus (spoiler: neglecting responsibilities, basic needs, and loved ones)
- The dreaded hyperfocus hangover—why you crash after an intense session
- Why hyperfocus can’t be controlled or summoned at will—and why that matters
- How ADHD medication can help with self-regulation and balance
I also share a free resource that every ADHDer needs: "10 Things I Wish My Doctor Told Me When I Was Diagnosed with ADHD (But Didn’t)." Grab it now!
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