Exercise is one of the most helpful (and totally free) way to help your squirrelly brain! Adhd brains need help with dopamine, exercise increases dopamine. Exercise also helps increase BDNF which can help with memory and learning. Neuroplasticity plays a huge role in building new habits, exercises increases neuroplasticity. There can be a lot of reasons why ... Show More
Aug 7
ep 188: 3 tips for getting out the door on time | time management strategies for ADHD
3 ADHD-Friendly Time Management Tricks (That Aren’t Another Planner or App)Feeling behind before the day even starts? You’re not alone. In this episode of Do I Have ADHD?, Cheska shares three ADHD-friendly time management hacks that are simple, sensory-based, and don’t rely on pl ... Show More
6m 23s
Aug 2023
My Workout Routine: The Science of Exercise for a Sharper Mind with Jim Kwik
What is the connection between physical exercise and your mental well-being. You’ve heard me say, as your body moves, your brain grooves. That’s because when you engage in physical activity, remarkable things happen inside your brain. Exercise doesn’t just impact your physical he ... Show More
17m 5s
May 2023
Adderall, Stimulants & Modafinil for ADHD: Short- & Long-Term Effects
In this episode, I explain how medications such as Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse and other stimulants work to increase focus and treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I explain the brain circuits involved in focus and the key roles dopamine and norepinephrine play i ... Show More
1h 58m
Feb 2024
TMHS 767 - The Shocking Truth About Fitness and Brain Health - With Louisa Nicola
Most people believe that declining cognitive function and loss of memory are a natural side effect of aging. But the truth is, we can train our brains to be both structurally and functionally fitter. The best prescription for sharpening your brain health is simple, free, and effe ... Show More
1h 14m
Sep 2021
ADHD & How Anyone Can Improve Their Focus
In this episode, I discuss ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder): what it is, the common myths, and the biology and psychology of ADHD. I discuss both behavioral and pharmacologic treatments for ADHD, and brain-machine interface tools. I also discuss behavioral training ... Show More
2h 15m
Jan 2023
Move the Body, Heal the Mind
When we think about the benefits of exercise, we tend to think of what it does for our body, making us leaner, stronger, and healthier. But my guest is out to emphasize the powerful effect physical activity has on our brains too, and just how much our bodies and minds are connect ... Show More
47m 50s