By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – March 10, 2025
A big question I often hear is whether or not someone should disclose that they have ADD/ADHD. While I can’t make that decision for anybody, I do want to talk about the pros and cons and help facilitate your thinking process if you’re contemplating disclosing your ADHD. Continue reading “Disclosing ADHD: To Tell or Not to Tell”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – January 27, 2025
Some years ago, I had a conversation with an expert in the criminal justice system around helping young people with ADHD avoid the criminal justice system by understanding and managing their symptoms. The conversation included markers that represent important times, called tipping points, when those with ADHD are vulnerable and could head down the wrong path. But resources are available to help parents be proactive to catch these things before they happen.
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By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – December 30, 2024
Those who are living with ADHD face challenges in various aspects of life from the classroom to relationships. One area that has drawn attention is the impact of ADHD on sports and exercise. The struggles for those with ADHD are unique, and the impact of sports and exercise is as diverse as the individuals it affects. That’s why I think it’s important to address the issue. Continue reading “The Impact of ADHD on Sports and Exercise”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – December 9, 2024
How can you successfully navigate a ship if you don’t know its current position, the course it’s set on, or the obstacles in its path? Similarly, understanding the stress and anxiety that come with ADHD is the first step toward managing ADHD effectively. Today, we are looking into this crucial aspect of our ADHD lives, because, first of all, it’s essential to understand what we’re dealing with. Continue reading “ADHD: Unpacking Stress and Anxiety”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – November 18, 2024
You fall in love, get married, and live happily ever after… NOT! How about a reframe? You fall in love, get married, and live happier, and happier, and happier. Now you’re talking! Continue reading “We Plus ADHD: A Great Relationship”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – October 28, 2024
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, impacting their daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being. To shed light on this complex condition, David Giwerc of ADD Coach Academy (https://addca.com), a renowned expert in ADHD education and coaching, has authored a groundbreaking book titled Permission to Proceed. In this blog post, I delve into the insights and models shared by David in a conversation on Attention Talk Radio. Continue reading “Permission to Proceed with ADHD”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – October 7, 2024
For many young folks with ADHD, the transition from adolescence to adulthood is a bit more complicated than it might seem. Legal issues change, the mental health landscape changes, and the likelihood of more serious addictions come into play. In fact, it’s a conundrum when it comes to coping with the circumstances. It may involve legal twists, mental health turns, and the haunting specter of addiction. Continue reading “ADHD: Transitioning from Teen to Adult”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – September 16, 2024
If you are a man married to a woman with ADHD, we are talking to you! In all likelihood, your marriage or partnership is anything but mainstream. Old paradigms don’t work. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a survival guide? Continue reading “Survival Guide for Men Married to ADHD Women”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – August 19, 2024
Living in a relationship where one or both partners have ADHD can present unique challenges. Those challenges require a subtle approach so the partners can achieve understanding and communication. Without this growth between them, the partners may suffer daily disagreements with no resolution, resulting in resentment and frustration. But help is available when the partners truly want to move forward in a happy and successful relationship. Continue reading “How to Move Forward in an ADHD Relationship”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – July 29, 2024
What is obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)? Can an individual have ADHD and OCD at the same time? If so, how can a person obsess and be compulsive and, at the same time, be impulsive and distracted? Believe it or not, it happens. To learn more, I had a conversation with Dr. Roberto Olivardia, a clinical instructor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard Medical School with a private practice in Arlington MA, as well as Dr. Kirsten Milliken, a psychologist and trained ADHD coach. Continue reading “Are ADHD and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder the Same?”
