ADHD Relationships, Communications, and Working Memory: What You Need to Know with Jeff Copper, MBA PCC PCAC CPCC ACG — 2025

ADHD is an executive function impairment. Working memory is part of executive function and is critical in communications, especially in relationships where one partner has ADHD. In this talk, ADHD coach Jeff Copper explains a few simple concepts related to working memory, shares real-life examples of its impact on couples, and identifies where the challenges are problematic and what can and cannot be managed. Finally, he talks about mindsets and shares strategies to help couples work together to improve communication and strengthen their relationship. Good communication is vital to successful relationships, so you don’t want to miss this conversation.

ABOUT JEFF COPPER, MBA PCC PCAC CPCC ACG

Jeff Copper, an ADHD coach and expert on attention issues, is founder of DIG Coaching Practice and host/founder of Attention Talk Radio and Attention Talk Video. He coaches individuals with ADD/ADHD by helping them realize their potential, both personally and in business. As someone who has had to learn to manage attention and deal with his own challenges, Jeff helps his clients understand how their minds work by using his anatomy of attention construct to help them regain control of their attention, move past barriers, achieve what they are capable of faster with less stress. He is the author, developer, and facilitator of Cognitive Ergonomics From the Inside Out™ , an innovative and radical departure from the current paradigm as an intervention for ADHD. He received the 2022 Professional Excellence Award by the ADHD Coaches Organization.

Jeff holds a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, an MBA from University of Tampa, professional designations from International Coaches Federation (ICF), Professional Association for ADHD Coaches (PAAC), and certifications from ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA) and Coaches Training Institute (CTI). He is a member of Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO), PAAC, and ICF.