{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6546d4108ceeda0012841798/6723a4bfd85a37ba0911e86c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Managing overwhelm during titration (starting ADHD medication)","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6546d4108ceeda0012841798/1730389036943-74872d06-ecb0-480f-8a56-e71c055de5ed.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of Talk ADHD, Matt and Andrew delve into the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD during the titration process of treatment. They discuss the importance of understanding ADHD symptoms, the role of sleep and rest, and strategies for managing executive dysfunction. The conversation emphasizes the significance of support systems, accountability, and motivation in treatment, as well as the necessity of integrating new routines into daily life. The hosts encourage listeners to ask questions and understand the reasoning behind their treatment plans to foster a more effective journey towards managing ADHD. In this conversation, Matt and Andrew discuss the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, particularly during the titration phase of medication. They emphasize the importance of reframing tasks as choices rather than additional burdens, the need for simplicity in strategies, and the acceptance of mistakes as part of the learning process. The discussion highlights the significance of owning one's journey towards change and the necessity of creating manageable routines to facilitate success.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters </p><p>00:00 Intro </p><p>01:02 Understanding ADHD and Patient Challenges</p><p>03:26 The Importance of Sleep and Rest</p><p>08:17 Strategies for Managing Executive Dysfunction</p><p>08:59 The Role of Support Systems</p><p>10:54 Accountability and Motivation in Treatment</p><p>13:28 The Process of Titration and Expectations</p><p>16:03 Understanding the Why Behind Treatment</p><p>18:52 Integrating New Routines into Daily Life</p><p>26:51 Understanding ADHD and Task Management</p><p>30:51 Reframing Tasks as Choices</p><p>35:28 Keeping It Stupidly Simple: Strategies for Success</p><p>40:20 Learning from Mistakes and Accepting Imperfection</p><p>48:52 Owning the Process of Change </p><p><br></p><p>Contact Divergenceuk.org for assessments and diagnosis:</p><p><br></p><p>https://divergenceuk.org</p><p><br></p><p>Divergenceuk.org have a 70% Shared Care agreement acceptance rate. </p><p><br></p><p>Contact Matt for Consultancy, workplace training or 1-2-1 Mentoring:</p><p><br></p><p>https://thinkneurodiversity.com</p><p><br></p><p>TALKADHD Whatsapp community:</p><p><br></p><p>https://chat.whatsapp.com/JR8R8jTl5zY0jr8MzXjIE7</p><p><br></p><p>YouTube Channel Link:</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.youtube.com/@TALKADHD</p>","author_name":"Matt Gupwell "}