ADHDtime on Air: The ADHD Field Guide with Cate Osborn

ADHDtime on Air: The ADHD Field Guide with Cate Osborn

In this episode of ADHDtime on Air, Daniella Karidi, PhD, speaks with Cate Osborn, known online as Catieosaurus, certified sex educator, award-winning podcast host, and author of The ADHD Field Guide for Adults. The conversation explores the realities of living with ADHD beyond stereotypes and productivity advice. Cate discusses ADHD and intimacy, emotional regulation, rejection sensitivity, late diagnosis, masking, relationships, and the importance of accessible ADHD resources and support. Cate also shares the behind-the-scenes process of creating an ADHD-friendly book, including the role of collaborative authorship, community participation, accommodations, and transparency in the writing process. Together, Daniella and Cate discuss the emotional impact of ADHD across the lifespan, the importance of strengths-based approaches, and why difficult topics such as self-harm, suicide, and eating disorders need to be openly discussed within ADHD conversations. ⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes discussions of self-harm, suicide, eating disorders, and mental health struggles. KEY TAKEAWAYS * ADHD affects relationships, intimacy, emotional regulation, and mental health, not just attention and productivity * Accessible and ADHD-friendly resources can change how people learn, engage, and feel understood * Diagnosis and self-understanding can provide validation and open doors to support at any age * Building systems around strengths, accommodations, and compassion is often more effective than relying on shame or “trying harder” Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Community Engagement 02:05 The Writing Process Behind the ADHD Field Guide 04:08 Navigating Support Systems for ADHD 06:59 Community Contributions and Diverse Experiences 09:46 Intimacy, Sex, and ADHD 12:15 The Importance of Understanding ADHD 15:05 The Value of Diagnosis and Validation 17:41 Self-Diagnosis and Accessing Support 20:38 Creating Accessible ADHD Literature 22:59 Pride in Authorship and Community Impact 24:58 Historical Perspectives on ADHD 26:00 Creating Jumping Off Points for Learning 27:20 Navigating Conversations About Intimacy and ADHD 29:03 Understanding ADHD's Impact on Relationships 32:20 Addressing Difficult Topics: Sex, Addiction, and Mental Health 37:08 The Importance of Discussing Eating Disorders and ADHD 44:22 Reflections on Personal Growth and Future Aspirations If you or someone you know needs support: 📞 Call or text 988 in the United States and Canada 💬 Chat: https://988lifeline.org/chat [https://988lifeline.org/chat] 🌍 International crisis resources: https://findahelpline.com [https://findahelpline.com] Guest: Cate Osborn / @catieosaurus Website: www.catieosaurus.com [http://www.catieosaurus.com] Daniella Karidi @ADHDtime www.ADHDtime.com #ADHDtime #ADHDtimeOnAir #ADHD #Neurodivergent #CateOsborn #Catieosaurus #ADHDWomen #AdultADHD #ADHDSupport #MentalHealth #ADHDRelationships

ADHDtime on Air with Daniella Karidi

What does reading look like when you have both ADHD and dyslexia? In this personal episode of ADHD Time on Air, Daniella Karidi, PhD, ADHD coach and memory researcher, shares her personal experience living with both ADHD and dyslexia. Daniella discusses the realities of reading with a learning disability, how she used audiobooks and structured systems to read 122 books in one year, and why reducing cognitive load matters so much for neurodivergent brains. The conversation explores executive function, self-regulation, organization, memory, and the emotional impact of growing up with undiagnosed ADHD and dyslexia. Daniella also addresses common misconceptions about ADHD, including myths about over diagnosis, and explains why understanding your brain can be life changing at any age. Whether you are an adult with ADHD, a parent, educator, clinician, or someone navigating dyslexia and reading challenges, this episode offers practical strategies, evidence-informed insights, and encouragement. KEY TOPICS • Living with ADHD and dyslexia • Reading strategies and audiobooks • Organization, memory, and color coding • ADHD myths and diagnosis misconceptions • Building sustainable reading habits • Self-acceptance and neurodivergent strengths TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Introduction and episode overview 00:10 – Daniella’s background: ADHD, dyslexia, and reading habits 01:13 – What dyslexia is and how language structures affect reading 02:32 – Using audiobooks and listening to support comprehension 03:48 – Managing reading goals with ADHD and dyslexia 04:33 – Focus, multitasking, and cognitive load 05:01 – Note-taking, highlighting, and learning strategies 05:48 – Tracking reading progress and reading goals 06:40 – Organizing bookshelves and life with color coding 09:10 – Misconceptions about ADHD and diagnosis 10:24 – Overdiagnosis myths and underdiagnosis realities 11:11 – Why diagnosis matters beyond labels 12:27 – Advice to younger and future self 13:26 – Mantras, self-talk, and self-acceptance with ADHD 14:33 – Closing thoughts, reading recommendations, and community RESOURCES & LINKS • CHADD – Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder [https://chadd.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] • Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) [https://ldaamerica.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] • ADHDtime Website [https://www.adhdtime.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com] • ADHD Time on Air YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@adhdtimeonair] • Focus on ADHD Book Club [https://bookclubs.com/clubs/5960965/join/dc42f3?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🎧 Subscribe to ADHD Time on Air for conversations about ADHD, memory, executive function, relationships, learning, aging, and real-life strategies that actually work. 📚 Tell me in the comments: What book changed your understanding of ADHD or dyslexia? #ADHD #Dyslexia #ADHDPodcast #ExecutiveFunction #ReadingStrategies #Neurodiversity #ADHDtimeOnAir

ADHD Planning That Actually Works | ADHDtime On Air

Why does planning feel so difficult with ADHD, even when you are trying your hardest? In this episode of ADHDtime On Air, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright join Daniella Karidi to discuss ADHD planning, time blindness, productivity, workflow systems, task management, and building ADHD-friendly routines that actually work. Drawing from their book Unapologetically ADHD, Nikki and Pete share practical strategies for reducing overwhelm, creating flexible systems, and developing a healthier relationship with time without shame or perfectionism. This conversation explores: • ADHD planning and time blindness • Why traditional planning systems often fail ADHD brains • Productivity without shame • ADHD workflow systems and task management • Building routines that are flexible and sustainable • Prospective memory and follow-through • Friction in ADHD systems • Emotional overwhelm and unrealistic expectations • Why ADHDers often overestimate what they can do in a day The episode also dives into practical tools including calendars, task managers, visual reminders, scaffolding systems, and strategies for maintaining systems after the novelty wears off. ⏱ Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to the Book and Podcast * 05:44 Audience and Purpose of the Book * 11:56 Overcoming Planning Challenges * 20:42 Flexibility in Time Management * 27:03 Workflow and Tool Selection * 39:05 Advice to Young Self and Future Self * 41:19 Upcoming Projects and Resources 📘 Book Mentioned Unapologetically ADHD [https://amzn.to/4310dsz] 📌 About Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright are the hosts of the long-running podcast Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast. Together, they focus on ADHD planning, productivity, emotional wellbeing, and creating systems that work with ADHD instead of against it. 📌 Learn More Taking Control ADHD Podcast [https://takecontroladhd.com/podcast/3022] Pete Wright Website [https://itsmepeep.com] 📌 Connect with Daniella Karidi ADHDtime Website [https://www.adhdtime.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Instagram @adhdtime [https://www.instagram.com/adhdtime/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Focus on ADHD Book Club [https://bookclubs.com/clubs/5960965/join/dc42f3?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🔔 Subscribe for conversations about ADHD, memory, executive functioning, emotional regulation, productivity, relationships, and thriving with ADHD across the lifespan. #ADHD #ADHDPlanning #ExecutiveFunction #TimeBlindness #ADHDProductivity #AdultADHD #TaskManagement #ProspectiveMemory #Neurodiversity #ADHDCoach #ADHDtime #ADHDtimeonair

ADHDtime on Air with Caroline Maguire

Today I’m joined by Caroline Maguire, ADHD coach, author, and host of The ADHD Social Playbook podcast, to talk about her new book Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults. [https://amzn.to/4dshQaJ] In this conversation, we explore why friendship can feel so complicated for neurodivergent adults and why social connection is often treated like something people should “just know” how to do. Caroline shares practical insights about building friendships, navigating social anxiety, understanding social cues, and balancing authenticity with masking. We also discuss the difference between practice friendships and deeper relationships, the fear of reaching out, and why friendship is not a personality trait but a skill that can be learned and strengthened over time. Whether you have ADHD, identify as neurodivergent, or have ever felt unsure about where you fit socially, this conversation offers thoughtful, compassionate, and practical strategies for creating more meaningful connections. Takeaways • Friendship is a skill that can be developed • Neurodivergent adults often need explicit social strategies • Authenticity and masking are different experiences • Reading the room is a learnable skill • Building friendships requires practice and vulnerability Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to the Book and Author * 08:02 Understanding Social Cues and Reading the Room * 15:29 Transitioning from Practice to Leveled Up Friendship * 22:40 Advice to Younger Self and Future Self * 28:51 Key Takeaway: Friendship is a Skill CONNECT WITH CONNECT WITH CAROLINE MAGUIRE Instagram: @authorcarolinecm LinkedIn: Caroline Maguire on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorcarolinecm/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] YouTube: Caroline Maguire YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnDmu0c8kr0co2ppXo3EC8A?utm_source=chatgpt.com] CONNECT WITH DANIELLA KARIDI, PHD DK@ADHDtime.com Instagram: @ADHDtime https://www.adhdtime.com/ [https://www.adhdtime.com/] Free Book Club https://bookclubs.com/clubs/5960965/join/dc42f3 [https://bookclubs.com/clubs/5960965/join/dc42f3] BUY THE BOOK: HTTPS://AMZN.TO/4NB3AXB [https://amzn.to/4nb3AXb] KEYWORDS ADHDtime, ADHD, Neurodivergent, Friendship Skills, ADHD Podcast, Friendship, Masking

ADHDtime on Air with Tamara Rosier

In this conversation, Tamara Rosier, PhD shares insights from her books Your Brain Is Not Broken [https://amzn.to/3QHiVTe] and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family, [https://amzn.to/4cvoexE] focusing on how ADHD shapes family dynamics, emotional experiences, and relationships. We explore the role of self-awareness and self-compassion in managing ADHD, along with practical strategies for navigating emotional overwhelm, memory challenges, and day-to-day family life. Tamara also reflects on her personal journey, the impact of her work on her own family, and what she is currently working on next. Tamara Rosier, PhD is an educator, author, and founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan. With her extensive experience in ADHD coaching and support, she provides valuable insights into managing ADHD in family settings. Her work emphasizes the importance of compassion and understanding, not just for those with ADHD, but also for their families. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:48 Navigating Grandparenthood with ADHD 04:28 Compassion Over Shame 07:03 Transformational Thinking vs. Survival Mindset 08:47 Family Dynamics and Emotional Pools 13:16 The Impact of Books on Personal Growth 17:44 Reflections on Family and Writing 22:52 Navigating Childhood Challenges 25:14 Shifting from Shame to Problem Solving 34:47 Understanding Memory Challenges in ADHD 39:27 Messages to My Past and Future Self 42:00 Upcoming Projects and Resources   Tamara Rosier's Website - https://www.tararosier.com [https://www.tararosier.com] ADHD Center of West Michigan - https://www.msmigueliadhd.com [https://www.msmigueliadhd.com] Connect with Daniella Karidi, PhD https://www.instagram.com/adhdtime/ [https://www.instagram.com/adhdtime/] https://www.adhdtime.com/ [https://www.adhdtime.com/] https://bookclubs.com/clubs/5960965/join/dc42f3 [https://bookclubs.com/clubs/5960965/join/dc42f3] Buy the books: Your Brain Is Not Broken [https://amzn.to/3QHiVTe] You, Me, and Our ADHD Family [https://amzn.to/4cvoexE] keywords ADHDtime, ADHD, family dynamics, emotional regulation, memory, self-compassion, ADHD books, parenting with ADHD, mental health strategies