Navigating ADHD in College and Beyond ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, affects people of all ages, but it can be particularly challenging for those transitioning from high school to college and beyond. In this podcast, Gloria Starr and Chaviva Lifson share their personal experiences with ADHD and offer tips and strategies for managing it during this transition.

Gloria, an ADHD coach, was diagnosed with ADHD at age 35. She explains that many girls and women with ADHD go undiagnosed until later in life because their symptoms often present differently than in boys. Girls with ADHD tend to be highly distracted and susceptible to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and perfectionism. Starr notes that as responsibilities pile up, executive functioning suffers, which can lead to struggles with planning, organization, task initiation, and procrastination.

Chaviva, a college professor, also has ADHD and was diagnosed after her child was diagnosed. She emphasizes the importance of finding strategies to manage ADHD so that one's interests and goals are not just overwhelming items on a list. For Lifson, her interest in graphic design led her to start her own business and eventually teach web design at the college level.

Together, Gloria and Chaviva aim to help those with ADHD feel heard, understood, and inspired to take action as they navigate through the transition from high school to college and beyond. They offer tips and strategies for managing ADHD, such as finding the right medication, developing routines, and breaking down tasks into manageable steps.

As they note, the transition from high school to college and beyond can be overwhelming and challenging, but with the right strategies and mindset, those with ADHD can succeed and thrive.

Stay tuned for more episodes of their podcast, where they will continue to share their personal experiences and offer practical advice for those navigating ADHD.

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