Navigating the Intersection of ADHD and Anxiety with Dr. Sharon Saline

In this episode, I welcome Dr. Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience and a top expert on ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, and mental health challenges. Dr. Saline shares her personal experience with ADHD and anxiety and provides insights into the relationship between these two conditions. She also offers strategies for managing anxiety and ADHD, emphasizing the importance of understanding triggers and developing proactive strategies.

[0:43] Introduction of Dr. Sharon Saline

[3:11] Dr. Sharon Saline's story of an ADHD Diagnosis

[8:37] Research on Generalized Anxiety Disorder in kids and teens

[8:55] Connecting ADHD and Generalized Anxiety Disorder

[13:03] Triggers of anxiety and ADHD

[15:02] Signs of anxiety

[17:57] How ADHD impacts people dealing with their anxiety

[20:28] Making a list of choices for when triggered

[22:19] Thinking about what could go right instead of focusing on negativity

[24:02] The importance of distraction

[25:59] Why we need connection

[28:05] Blending cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-oriented psychotherapy, and mindfulness positive psychology

[30:30] Number one pro tip

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Saline’s website: https://drsharonsaline.com/

Dr. Saline’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSharonSaline/

Dr. Saline’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsharonsaline/

Dr. Saline’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-saline-psy-d-b2a18770/

Dr. Sharon Saline's book: What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life

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