Episode #290: The Truth About ADHD Families: How to Finally END the Drama with Dr. Tamara Rosier

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MY HERO Dr. Tamara Rosier is here to discuss her new book, ‘You, Me, and Our ADHD Family.’

The conversation delves into the complexities of relationships within ADHD families, the challenges of rejection sensitivity, and the importance of understanding oneself to foster healthier connections.

Dr. Rosier shares her insights on navigating family dynamics, the significance of cycle-breaking, and the distinction between safe and toxic relationships.

The episode emphasizes the need for emotional regulation and transformational thinking in overcoming the struggles associated with ADHD. In this conversation, Kristen Carder explores the themes of survival versus transformational thinking, the importance of witnessing others’ experiences, and the processes of reaching, repairing, and reconnecting within family dynamics, especially in the context of ADHD.

She emphasizes the significance of understanding emotional boundaries and the journey of parenting, highlighting that it’s never too late to make amends and grow from past experiences.

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