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We celebrate ADHD entrepreneur success and discuss challenges and solutions. Having lived with undiagnosed ADHD for a large part of his entrepreneurial journey, the host André Brisson will share his personal stories on how he overcame his undiagnosed symptoms and how he refined his systems, routines and habits once diagnosed with self-awareness and personal growth. André will interview high-achieving ADHD entrepreneurs, ADHD experts, and strength discovery experts covering many topics including their own obstacles and successes, strategies to manage their ADHD, share knowledge to gain insights and more. André will also be interviewed by guest hosts to pull out solutions and information from his brain – since his solutions are impulsive thoughts when talking to someone else. André Brisson was diagnosed at 44 with severe ADHD and Asperger’s. He has lived it, researched it, and transformed himself into a higher functioning ADHD entrepreneur.

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Waiting for Diagnosis: Thriving in the Meantime with ADHD Simplified Model

Mar 28, 2024

André, The Impulsive Thinker, reflects on his discussion with journalist Mark Wright, (episode 257) delving into the process of waiting for an ADHD diagnosis. The conversation encapsulates the challenges adults face in recognizing ADHD symptoms, the significance of seeking medical opinion, and observing personal experiences to understand ADHD. André aims to equip high-achieving ADHD entrepreneurs with the tools for growth mindset and self-actualization.

Key Points:

1. Understanding ADHD Symptoms in Adults: André emphasizes the newly recognized presence of ADHD in adults and how success can sometimes overshadow the potential presence of ADHD, leading to oversight and misunderstanding of the condition.

2. Observing and Managing Symptoms: André discusses the ADHD simplified model, focusing on executive functioning deficits, time blindness, and inhibition challenges, highlighting how addressing these core aspects can lead to symptom management.

3. Recommended Steps Prior to Diagnosis: André recommends educating oneself about adult ADHD, observing personal symptoms, and seeking objective observations from loved ones to aid in the diagnostic process.

One Question For Listeners:

André prompts the listeners to reflect on their own experiences, observing their personal executive functioning abilities, time blindness, and challenges with inhibition. He encourages them to consider how addressing these core aspects can lead to a better understanding of their symptoms, ultimately paving the way for enhanced self-awareness and personal growth.

This episode offers a thought-provoking exploration into the process of waiting for an ADHD diagnosis and emphasizes the value of observing one's symptoms and seeking support from relevant resources. André, The Impulsive Thinker, encourages listeners to embrace their journey towards self-awareness, reflective of the growth mindset essential for high-achieving ADHD entrepreneurs.

Reference Websites:

Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada: www.caddac.ca

Children and Adults with AD/HD: www.chadd.org

Books

You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?!, Kate Kelly & Peggy Ramundo

Faster Than Normal, Peter Shankman

Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available.

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