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Mar 2024
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Learning more about living with inattent...

David A Greenwood
About this episode

Cynthia Hammer is the founder and executive director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition and the author of the book… “Living with Inattentive ADHD-climbing the circular staircase of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.”

Cynthia explains the mission of The Inattentive ADHD Coalition and what the organization does and how it provide much-needed resources for those of us with ADHD.

She talks about what inspired her and prompted her to write a book about inattentive ADHD and speak about her personal journey with ADHD.

She discusses what is very important for readers to take away from her writings.

Cynthia also explains some of the strategies she has incorporated in her life that has allowed her to thrive with ADHD. And she talks about why humor and positive self-talk is so mission critical for adults with ADHD.

And Cynthia gives some words of advice and inspiration for those busy adults with ADHD who may be struggling and working through challenges currently.

Learn more about the Inattentive ADHD Coalition and Cynthia's work here.

https://www.iadhd.org/

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