Podcast
Koppert ADHD
Hosted by KoppertADHD · EN
The Podcast by ADHD consultant and lecturer James Koppert
16episodes
Episodes
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The Three Reasons ADHD Kids are Struggling in Education Now More Than Ever
2w ago00:18:33Tap to summarizeGet in Touch koppertadhd@gmail.com
Transcribe →Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Turning Defiance into Thriving Collaboration
2w ago00:36:46Tap to summarizeOppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterised by a persistent pattern of angry, irritable mood, argumentative and defiant behaviour, and vindictiveness. Rather than being a simple matter of "bad behaviour," ODD stems from an intricate interaction between genetic vulnerabilities—such as variations in the MAOA and COMT genes that affect neurotransmitter regulation—and environmental stressors, particularly coercive family dynamics. Accurately diagnosing ODD is critical, especially when differentiating its anger-driven defiance from the anxiety-driven panic responses seen in Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Fortunately, ODD is highly treatable through evidence-based psychosocial interventions like Parent Management Training (PMT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS), which focus on repairing relationships, building emotional regulation skills, and replacing punitive cycles with structured, empathetic support. Parental Management Training the Oregon Model: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27283222/ Parent Child Interaction Therapy: https://www.pcit.org/about Incredible Years Programme: https://www.incredibleyears.com/ please email koppertadhd@gmail.com If you want to support the show the link is here: https://ko-fi.com/forteannewspodcast
Transcribe →Sugar Addiction and the ADHD Brain
May 2100:23:51Tap to summarizeWe really struggle with sugar and binge eating. James explains what is happening in the brain and also how to try and beat it. koppertadhd@gmail.com
Transcribe →PDA: Strategies to Support a ADHD or Autistic Child with a Pathological Demand Avoidance Profile
May 900:35:13Tap to summarizeIf you are a caregiver, parent or teacher, helping a child with PDA is a tough job. This podcast looks at the methods proven to make a difference to make your life easier and your child happier.
Transcribe →Shocking Links Between ADHD & Alzheimer's/Dementia and The Hope To Fight It
Jan 600:14:57Tap to summarizeAs requested, here is a show about the huge link between ADHD and issues such as dementia and Alzheimer's. But fear not. There is hope for us. Tune in to hear James discuss these conditions. If you want to support the costs of this show or just fund James a coffee please go to https://ko-fi.com/forteannewspodcast
Transcribe →New Neurodiverse Lens on Past Lives: William Wilberforce
Dec 1900:08:22Tap to summarizeIn the new series called New Neurodiverse Lens on Past Lives, James explores people from history and asks, "Were they neurodiverse?" In the first epsiode James looks at William Wilberforce. Please support the show here https://ko-fi.com/forteannewspodcast And if you want to read the article it is here https://jameskoppert.substack.com/p/new-neurodiverse-lens-on-past-lives
Transcribe →Streeting Dances to Reforms War Drum In a Ballet of Lies About ADHD and Over-diagnosis
Dec 500:13:44Tap to summarizePlease share the Substack article everywhere you can https://open.substack.com/pub/jameskoppert/p/streeting-dances-to-reforms-war-drum?r=3wmilr&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web James challenged Wes Streeting's views on ADHD and overdiagnosis
Transcribe →Is Richard Tice Right in Saying the UK has an Over-diagnosis of Neurodiversity?
Nov 1900:22:47Tap to summarizeThis week Richard Tice of reform stated that we have an over-diagnosis of Neurodiversity. James shares the reality https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666776223000455 https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/the-british-journal-of-psychiatry/article/life-expectancy-and-years-of-life-lost-for-adults-with-diagnosed-adhd-in-the-uk-matched-cohort-study/30B8B109DF2BB33CC51F72FD1C953739 please support the show https://ko-fi.com/forteannewspodcast emailed Koppertadhd@gmail.com
Transcribe →The Hyperfocus and the Heart: Ryan's ADHD Journey from Being Demonised to Advocacy
Nov 1101:09:50Tap to summarize"The Hyperfocus and the Heart: Ryan's ADHD Journey from Being Demonised to Advocacy" Join us for a powerful episode as James sits down with Ryan for a candid conversation about their shared experiences with ADHD. Ryan opens up about growing up in North Yorkshire, the challenges of hyperactivity that initially led to covering up a near-fatal condition, and how his life was transformed by an unexpected passion: skateboarding. This isn't just about challenges; it's about finding strength in neurodiversity, understanding the power of hyperfocus, and the vital role of advocacy. Tune in to hear why understanding ADHD is crucial in every part of life—from the classroom to the entertainment industry. Find Ryan here: https://www.ryanswain.co.uk/ And if you want to buy James a coffee and support the running costs you can through his other podcast page here: https://ko-fi.com/forteannewspodcast
Transcribe →Thriving on Disorder: Reshaping ADHD in an Education Setting
Sep 2702:36:43Tap to summarizeJames delivers his keynote talk from the recent safeguarding conference on how we work better to enable pupils with ADHD to thrive and why it is so important that we do Email: koppertadhd@gmail.com if you want to support this, and James' other pod, please visit https://ko-fi.com/forteannewspodcast Thank you so much for listening
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