📱 ADHD, Technology & Overwhelm: A Two-Part Series with Eric Tivers 🔌

🎧 Listen to the Episodes

Technology can be both a lifeline and a major source of overwhelm for adults with ADHD. From endless emails and app overload to digital distractions and “shiny object syndrome,” navigating the digital world can be frustrating and exhausting.

In this special two-part series of ADHD Support Talk Radio, host Tara McGillicuddy is joined by Eric Tivers, licensed clinical social worker, productivity coach, and host of ADHD Rewired. Together, they dive into the challenges—and opportunities—technology presents for adults with ADHD.

• Part One, originally aired on March 27, 2014, focuses on email overload and the clutter of digital communication.

• Part Two, originally aired on April 4, 2014, continues the discussion with apps, distractions, and setting technology boundaries.

Across both episodes, Tara and Eric share ADHD-friendly strategies to reduce digital overwhelm, use technology more effectively, and reclaim time and focus.

📧 Highlights from Part One: Email Overload & Technology Clutter

• The reality of inboxes with tens of thousands of unread emails.

• Eric’s journey from 28,000+ unread emails to achieving “inbox zero.”

• How to process email daily, unsubscribe, and schedule responses.

• Why email clutter can be just as overwhelming as physical clutter.

💻 Highlights from Part Two: Apps, Distractions & Technology Boundaries

• Managing open tabs, multiple browsers, and unfinished tasks.

• The “new shiny app” trap and how to rotate tools without chaos.

• Smart use of smartphone features like location-based reminders.

• The risk of addictive apps and games—and how to set limits.

• Why sometimes the best strategy is simply unplugging.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Awareness comes first. Notice how you interact with technology and where it creates overwhelm.

• Email needs a system. Processing daily can prevent backlog and missed opportunities.

• Boundaries are critical. Turn off notifications, schedule email times, and limit app use.

• Technology is a tool, not a cure. Apps and reminders can help, but they can’t replace prioritizing and follow-through.

👨‍🏫 About the Guest

Eric Tivers, LCSW, is a psychotherapist, ADHD coach, podcaster, and consultant. He is the founder of ADHD Rewired, a popular podcast and community for adults with ADHD, and specializes in helping people improve productivity, manage technology, and build ADHD-friendly systems. Learn more at 🌐 ADHDRewired.com.

🎧 About the Host

Tara McGillicuddy is a senior certified ADHD coach, internationally recognized advocate, and the founder of ADDClasses.com. Through her long-running podcast ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara helps adults with ADHD discover resources, strategies, and support to thrive.

✨ Whether you love technology or feel completely overwhelmed by it, this two-part series offers practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to take back control of your digital life.