Ep 078: Understanding Inattentive ADHD in Kids and Adults

Is your child having difficulty paying attention? What signs should you look for when trying to identify Inattentive ADHD? The signs and symptoms are not always typical signs of ADHD. Today, we dive into Inattentive ADHD so we can recognize it and make sure our kids get the support they need.

Kristin Wilcox has a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and has spent over 20 years in academia as a behavioral pharmacologist studying drug abuse behavior and ADHD medications at Emory University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She has authored several manuscripts published in peer reviewed scientific journals and presented her research at international scientific meetings. Her book “Andrew’s Awesome Adventures with His ADHD Brain” shares her son’s experiences with inattentive-type ADHD, and her insights on parenting an ADHD son. Dr. Wilcox serves on the executive board of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, wanting to increase awareness and understanding of the inattentive subtype of ADHD in children and adults.

Cynthia Hammer was diagnosed with inattentive ADHD in 1992 when she was 49 years old. In the next year she started the non-profit organization ADD Resources and was the director for 15 years. In March of 2019 she started a new non-profit, the Inattentive ADHD Coalition with a mission that children with inattentive ADHD are diagnosed by age 8 and adults with inattentive ADHD are readily and correctly diagnosed when they seek help.

Listen to this insightful Parenting With Impact episode with Kristin Wilcox, PhD. and Cynthia Hammer about inattentive ADHD- what it is, what to look for, and why it is often missed.

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Here is what to expect on this week’s show:

• Inattentive ADHD is often misdiagnosed- how does it differ from ADHD?
• Understanding can offer opportunities for conscious self-management
• Teachers are not trained to recognize the signs, but are eager to know more

Links Mentioned:

• Andrew's Awesome Adventures with His ADHD Brain  
• ADHD Evidence
• Inattentive ADHD In Boys Article
• ADHD Questionnaire

Related Articles:

• Five Motivators to Get Anything Done
• Complex Kids: How To Motivate Your Child
• Tell Your Child About a Diagnosis: 7-Step Guide for Parents
• Help ADHD Kids Ask For Help

Connect with Kristin and Cynthia:

• Website
• Twitter
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Kristin’s Facebook
• LinkedIn

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