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Navigating ADHD in Families: Real Talk| Dr. Tamara Rosier


ADHD and Family Dynamics with Dr. Tamara Rosier on Fempower Health

How Does ADHD Affect Family Episode Summary

In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs welcomes back ADHD expert Dr. Tamara Rosier to delve into the often-overlooked topic of ADHD and family dynamics. Dr. Rosier, a renowned ADHD coach and author of Your Brain's Not Broken and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family: Practical Steps to Cultivate Healthy Relationships, shares insights from her latest book focused on navigating the unique challenges of ADHD within family relationships. With a deep understanding of ADHD symptoms, emotional regulation, and family roles, Dr. Rosier provides listeners with actionable strategies to build healthier, more balanced family environments. Ideal for individuals with ADHD, their family members, and clinicians seeking to improve patient outcomes, this episode uncovers the critical importance of understanding ADHD's influence on family interactions and offers solutions for common challenges.


 
 

Key Discussion Points:

  • What is the impact of ADHD on family dynamics?

  • How does ADHD affect emotional regulation within families?

  • Why is ADHD often underdiagnosed in women, and how does this affect family relationships?

  • How can family members support each other in managing ADHD symptoms?

  • What are some common communication challenges faced by families with ADHD members?

  • How can families use the "window of tolerance" to improve ADHD management?

  • How do ADHD symptoms differ between men and women in family settings?

  • What role does hormonal fluctuation play in ADHD symptoms for women?

  • How can family members avoid over-functioning or under-functioning roles?

  • What are the benefits of fostering “grace” and “self-responsibility” in ADHD-affected families?


“Managing your own window of tolerance is the key in starting to widen that window.” - Dr. Tamara Rosier

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Fempower Health Guest Bio

Dr. Tamara Rosier is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she leads a team dedicated to supporting individuals and families in understanding and managing their unique challenges. She is the author of Your Brain's Not Broken and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family: Practical Steps to Cultivate Healthy Relationships, which provides practical strategies for navigating the emotional complexities of neurodivergence and personal growth.


Disclaimer

The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.

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