Awareness of our ADHD experience is not just about being aware of what works, it’s also about developing awareness about the habits and behaviors that are getting in the way. In this episode of Translating ADHD, Cam and Shelly look at a common ADHD behavior that often gets in the way of change; that of delaying action until urgency forces our hand.
Using Cam’s Adrenaline Response Cycle model, we look at how those of us with ADHD often rely on urgency or anxiety as a motivator while discounting the effects of the crash and recovery part of cycle. Using examples from our own experiences as adults with ADHD, we discuss creating awareness around the impact of living on the ARC roller coaster which is the crucial first step to finding other motivation elixirs.
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Hi, my names John, ive always struggled in social situations and those requiring general chit chat. Im a live linesman by trade and could never work out why i had clarity in my role but couldnt sit attentively. After looking at adhd and adrenaline response i want to find people who may be having the same issues to bounce ideas off. Ive lost my marriage to alcohol, no abuse or anything i just broke down a couple years back, if interested let me know. Cheers.
Hi its John again, also i just listened to the first two podcasts. You have no idea as a 38 year old how much sense they made to me, im very grateful for the info, cheers again.