In this powerful episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, ADHD coach and co-host Lynne Edris welcomes Dr. Tamara Rosier to explore the emotional and everyday dynamics of ADHD in family relationships. Whether you’re navigating parent-child challenges, couple communication breakdowns, or simply trying to be closer to the people you care about, this conversation offers hope, practical skills, and real-world tools designed for adults with ADHD and their loved ones to thrive — not just survive.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
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How ADHD affects family communication patterns
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The importance of being a “safe person” in relationships
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Practical steps to reduce conflict and increase connection
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Ways to support loved ones without taking responsibility for their emotions
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Strategies to build trust, patience, and understanding in everyday interactions
Key Themes & Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction: Why ADHD changes relationship dynamics
4:15 – What “safe person” really means
12:30 – ADHD, emotional reactivity, and family cycles
21:45 – Practical tools for communication and connection
35:00 – Setting boundaries with love and respect
45:20 – Final takeaways & encouragement
Tune in to discover how small changes can make a big difference in your relationships!
Dr. Tamara Rosier’s diverse professional journey encompasses roles as a college administrator, professor, leadership consultant, high school teacher, ADHD coach, and business owner. Through these varied experiences, she has gained invaluable insights into ADHD and its impact on individuals’ lives. As the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, Dr. Rosier guides a dedicated team of coaches, therapists, and speech pathologists in assisting individuals, parents, and families as they develop a deep understanding of themselves and acquire practical skills to navigate life with ADHD. Her books, “Your Brain’s Not Broken” and “You, Me, and Our ADHD Family,” offer practical strategies for addressing the potent emotional dimensions of living with ADHD.
Podcast Co-Host Lynne Edris is a Productivity & ADHD Coach who helps overwhelmed professionals from all over the world learn to accomplish what they intend and take control of their days with ease so that they can perform at the level of their abilities and have more time, more energy and more bandwidth for what matters most to them. Lynne is a woman, wife, and mom with ADHD herself, so she understands the struggles and challenges of living with ADHD. She has gone from living in the constant state of chaos, overwhelm, and under-performance that adults with ADHD know far too well, and now lives a life of more success and fulfillment than she once dreamed possible. Her passion is to help others fulfill their own potential and start “firing on all cylinders” in all areas of your life. You can learn more about Lynne at www.CoachingADDvantages.com, and text keyword “MYQUIZ” to 33777 for complimentary access to her Productivity Breakthrough Quiz with personalized insights and recommendations.
ADHD Support Talk Radio is an award winning Podcast for Adults with ADD / ADHD. Co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris are joined by Adult ADHD experts and they cover important topics related to Adult ADD / ADHD. Podcast guests include Dr. Edward Hallowell, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, Dr. Ari Tuckman, Laurie Dupar, Terry Matlen and many more.
Tara McGillicuddy is the Producer, Owner and Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Tara with general questions or feedback about the podcast.
Lynne Edris is the Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Lynne with feedback about her episodes.
*This episode originally aired on August 20, 2024