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Welcome to Thriving with ADHD, dear ADHD community! 🌟
In this powerful episode, we shine a light on a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough attention — girls with ADHD. Many girls are still overlooked or misdiagnosed, their symptoms dismissed as daydreaming, anxiety, or perfectionism. Today, we explore why this happens and how parents, teachers, and clinicians can recognize and support these girls earlier.

Our guest, Cynthia Hammer, is the Executive Director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition and founder of FINDtheADHDgirls.org After receiving her own ADHD diagnosis later in life, Cynthia has dedicated her career to changing the story for girls with inattentive ADHD. Through her advocacy, writing, and public speaking, she empowers families and professionals to see the signs sooner—so that girls don’t have to wait decades for understanding and support.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Why girls with ADHD are often missed or misunderstood
• The subtle signs parents and teachers should watch for
• Practical steps to take if you suspect a girl may have ADHD
• How Cynthia’s new resource, FINDtheADHDgirls.org, helps educators, clinicians, and families take action
• The importance of early diagnosis in shaping self-esteem and long-term well-being

Cynthia also shares insights from her new book, Letters to My Younger Self, written by 22 women diagnosed later in life—a heartfelt gift to the ADHD community this Awareness Month. This inspiring collection belongs in the hands of every educator, clinician, and parent of a young girl who might be wondering if ADHD could be part of her story.

🎧 Tune in to learn how we can all play a part in helping girls with ADHD be seen, supported, and set up to thrive.

Thank you for listening to Thriving with ADHD. This show is produced by Animo Sano Psychiatry. For more information about our clinic, please visit animosanopsychiatry.com.

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In this episode of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac sits down with Dr. Mina Boazak, founder and medical director of Animo Sano Psychiatry, to unpack some of the biggest conversations happening in the ADHD community today.

Together, they explore:

• The sharp rise in ADHD diagnoses among adults and what’s driving it
• Common misconceptions about ADHD in adults
• How telehealth is changing access to care
• The impact of new prescribing regulations on patients and providers

Dr. Boazak brings his experience as a psychiatrist and thought leader to shed light on these issues, offering insights that matter to anyone navigating ADHD or supporting those who are.

Whether you’re living with ADHD, supporting a loved one, or working in mental health care, this conversation will give you a clearer picture of the challenges—and opportunities—shaping ADHD treatment today.

Thank you for listening to Thriving with ADHD. This show is produced by Animo Sano Psychiatry. For more information about our clinic, please visit animosanopsychiatry.com.

Animo Sano Psychiatry has introduced new services for enhancement of our patients' mental health - ASP Concierge and Health & Wellness Program. Please visit our website to learn more.

Animo Sano Psychiatry is constantly looking for the talent in behavioral health. If you are a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or mental health therapist, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our Careers pages to learn more about the available positions. https://animosanopsychiatry.com/careers/

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In this special storytelling edition of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac welcomes back voiceover artist and ADHD advocate Grant Crowell for a refreshing, reflective, and at times hilarious conversation about the power of storytelling as a practical tool for thriving with ADHD.

Instead of a classic Q&A format, Grant shares personal stories from high school, challenging workplaces, career transitions, and networking events — all highlighting how creative communication, self-awareness, and humor can be game-changing strategies for adults with ADHD.

💡 What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How a high school runner with undiagnosed ADHD developed a memory strategy using anagrams
• What it’s like working in an environment that’s not ADHD-friendly—and what to do about it
• Lessons from live radio and voiceover work on communication, failure, and growth
• A creative networking tip called the “Face Tag” that blends cartooning and connection
• How storytelling activates memory, builds empathy, and creates opportunities for deeper understanding

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into your ADHD journey, this episode offers warmth, insight, and encouragement to explore the stories that shape your life—and maybe even share them with others.

🔗 Connect with Grant Crowell:

• LinkedIn: Grant Crowell
• Book: Grand Chasms: Creative Twisted Words for Cool People on Amazon

Thank you for listening to Thriving with ADHD. This show is produced by Animo Sano Psychiatry. For more information about our clinic, please visit animosanopsychiatry.com.

Animo Sano Psychiatry has introduced new services for enhancement of our patients' mental health - ASP Concierge and Health & Wellness Program. Please visit our website to learn more.

Animo Sano Psychiatry is constantly looking for the talent in behavioral health. If you are a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or mental health therapist, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our Careers pages to learn more about the available positions. https://animosanopsychiatry.com/careers/