Managing overwhelm during titration (starting ADHD medication)

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.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:02 Understanding ADHD and Patient Challenges

03:26 The Importance of Sleep and Rest

08:17 Strategies for Managing Executive Dysfunction

08:59 The Role of Support Systems

10:54 Accountability and Motivation in Treatment

13:28 The Process of Titration and Expectations

16:03 Understanding the Why Behind Treatment

18:52 Integrating New Routines into Daily Life

26:51 Understanding ADHD and Task Management

30:51 Reframing Tasks as Choices

35:28 Keeping It Stupidly Simple: Strategies for Success

40:20 Learning from Mistakes and Accepting Imperfection

48:52 Owning the Process of Change

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