ADHD and Emotions: What’s All the Commotion? – 2023

Got ADHD? Do your emotions cause quite a commotion? Like a big ocean, do they stop your forward motion? ADHD is an executive function impairment. The major executive function is self-regulation. There are two things you need to regulate — attention and emotions. For most of us, emotional regulation is the biggest challenge and is an obstacle to attention. To help you, we specifically define what emotions and feelings are, explain why they are so challenging to manage, and then prescribe exercises to help you gain self-awareness and the means to practice downregulating attention. This promises to be an insightful discussion.

About Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC

Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach, founder of DIG Coaching Practice, and host of Attention Talk Radio and Attention Talk Video. As an attention coach, Jeff helps his clients understand how their minds work. He developed his anatomy of attention construct to help them gain control of their attention and move past barriers. Using his construct, they can achieve what they are capable of faster with less stress to create the productive environments they need to succeed. Jeff holds an MBA from University of Tampa, professional designations from ICF and PAAC, and certifications from ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA) and Coaches Training Institute (CTI). Jeff is a member of Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO), Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), Professional Association for ADHD Coaches (PAAC), and International Coach Federation (ICF). He received the 2022 Professional Excellence Award presented by the ADHD Coaches Organization.