The ADHD College Bound Podcast

In this episode, we're tackling the essential topic of mastering laundry in dorm life. Join us as we explore practical solutions and strategies to ensure you never run out of clean clothes or face unexpected laundry mishaps again. From setting up a laundry schedule to understanding your dorm's laundry facilities, we've got you covered. Learn the art of preparing your clothes for washing, choosing the right cycles, and efficient drying techniques. We'll also dive into the unspoken rules of laundry etiquette in shared spaces, ensuring a smooth and considerate laundry experience for everyone. Don't miss out on these valuable tips to make your college journey a little more organized and stress-free. Tune in, and let's conquer the world of laundry in dorm life together! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us in this episode of ADHD College Bound as we dive into the world of meal planning and shopping strategies designed for college students with ADHD. Drawing from personal experiences, we discuss the overwhelming nature of meal decisions and share how planning and preparation can significantly alleviate stress and anxiety. Discover practical solutions, including creating go-to meal lists, maintaining dynamic shopping lists on your phone, and exploring reliable recipe sources. Learn how to balance healthy snacking with guilty pleasures and incorporate meal planning into your weekly routine. We provide valuable tips for efficient grocery shopping, from reducing decision fatigue to savvy bulk buying. Tune in to uncover the power of meal planning in reducing stress, saving money, and promoting healthier eating habits for college students. Don't miss out on this insightful episode that empowers you to thrive with ADHD in the college environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we focus on college students with ADHD and their unique challenges when it comes to cleaning and organization. We explore the importance of a clean space for overall well-being and academic performance, backed by research and real-life examples.Join us as we delve into the impact of executive functioning skills on cleaning and organization. Learn about the different executive functions involved and how they affect daily activities, especially household chores. Gain insights into the areas of the brain affected by executive functioning, and why understanding these skills is crucial for students with ADHD.We provide guidance on incorporating cleaning habits into your daily life. Strategies like starting small, setting a timer, and involving others are some of the actionable steps we discuss.If you're a college student with ADHD looking to maintain a clean and organized living space, improve your mental health, and enhance your academic performance, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we delve into the art of strategic summer job hunting. Whether your goal is to gain field-specific experience, earn some extra cash, or find a fun indoor or outdoor role, we discuss potential job opportunities that align with your objectives. From working in a store or being a day camp counselor to becoming a research assistant or giving music lessons, the possibilities are vast. We also explore how to craft a compelling resume tailored to your desired job. A special segment of this episode provides a step-by-step guide on finding and applying for jobs in a music store. We wrap up with resources to get you started on your job hunt, including downloadable Canva CV templates. Tune in to set yourself up for a productive and fulfilling summer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Gloria and Chaviva discuss how to stay motivated while doing work you hate. They suggest that adding ways to give yourself more dopamine can make unpleasant activities more pleasurable. They provide strategies to make work more engaging, such as making it urgent, challenging, interesting, and novel. They also recommend asking yourself what the purpose of doing the work is and listing all the reasons why it should be done. Finally, they provide a motivation chart to help make work more pleasant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the ADHD College Bound podcast, Gloria and Chaviva offer tips and strategies for balancing study schedules with extra-curricular activities and jobs. It can be challenging to balance work, school, and other activities, but by prioritizing your time effectively and taking care of yourself, you can achieve success. Some of the strategies discussed include using a planner and electronic calendar, determining how much time you need to set aside for assignments, planning when you are going to study, establishing a morning and evening routine, and deciding how and when you will eat your meals. By blocking out your times and assigning your work hours, you can stay on track and avoid feeling overwhelmed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the ADHD College Bound podcast, Gloria and Chaviva discuss study habits that can help young adults with ADHD reduce feelings of overwhelm as they navigate their academic and professional pursuits. They offer tips for minimizing distractions, staying active, keeping up with assignments and deadlines, studying with others, setting goals, and rewarding yourself. By following these strategies, young adults with ADHD can improve their focus and succeed in their academic and professional pursuits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gloria and Chaviva discuss the importance of setting up a study schedule to reduce feelings of overwhelm. They offer strategies such as adding all dated assignments to your calendar, making a list of steps that need to be taken to complete the assignment and working backward to add those steps to your calendar as tasks on the dates that you plan on working on them, and creating a physical list of your assignments and posting it somewhere visible. The key is to find a system that works for you and stick with it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the ADHD College Bound podcast, Gloria and Chaviva discuss setting up morning and evening routines in college. They provide some statistics about college life and offer solutions and strategies to help students stay organized, reduce stress, and improve their overall well-being. They also offer a printable/downloadable guide to help listeners set up their morning and evening routines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navigating ADHD in College and Beyond ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, affects people of all ages, but it can be particularly challenging for those transitioning from high school to college and beyond. In this podcast, Gloria Starr and Chaviva Lifson share their personal experiences with ADHD and offer tips and strategies for managing it during this transition.Gloria, an ADHD coach, was diagnosed with ADHD at age 35. She explains that many girls and women with ADHD go undiagnosed until later in life because their symptoms often present differently than in boys. Girls with ADHD tend to be highly distracted and susceptible to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and perfectionism. Starr notes that as responsibilities pile up, executive functioning suffers, which can lead to struggles with planning, organization, task initiation, and procrastination.Chaviva, a college professor, also has ADHD and was diagnosed after her child was diagnosed. She emphasizes the importance of finding strategies to manage ADHD so that one's interests and goals are not just overwhelming items on a list. For Lifson, her interest in graphic design led her to start her own business and eventually teach web design at the college level.Together, Gloria and Chaviva aim to help those with ADHD feel heard, understood, and inspired to take action as they navigate through the transition from high school to college and beyond. They offer tips and strategies for managing ADHD, such as finding the right medication, developing routines, and breaking down tasks into manageable steps.As they note, the transition from high school to college and beyond can be overwhelming and challenging, but with the right strategies and mindset, those with ADHD can succeed and thrive.Stay tuned for more episodes of their podcast, where they will continue to share their personal experiences and offer practical advice for those navigating ADHD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.