Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac sits down with Brock Carter, Physician Assistant at Animo Sano Psychiatry and office lead for the Tennessee branch, who’s not only a mental health clinician but also a passionate musician and producer. Together, they explore the fascinating link between ADHD and creativity how divergent thinking, impulsivity, and curiosity can both fuel and challenge creative expression. Brock shares his perspective on embr...

Send us a text Welcome to Thriving with ADHD, dear ADHD community! 🌟 In this powerful episode, we shine a light on a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough attention — girls with ADHD. Many girls are still overlooked or misdiagnosed, their symptoms dismissed as daydreaming, anxiety, or perfectionism. Today, we explore why this happens and how parents, teachers, and clinicians can recognize and support these girls earlier. Our guest, Cynthia Hammer, is the Executive Director of the Inattentive ...

Send us a text In this episode of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac sits down with Dr. Mina Boazak, founder and medical director of Animo Sano Psychiatry, to unpack some of the biggest conversations happening in the ADHD community today. Together, they explore: The sharp rise in ADHD diagnoses among adults and what’s driving itCommon misconceptions about ADHD in adultsHow telehealth is changing access to careThe impact of new prescribing regulations on patients and providersDr. Boazak bri...

Send us a text In this special storytelling edition of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac welcomes back voiceover artist and ADHD advocate Grant Crowell for a refreshing, reflective, and at times hilarious conversation about the power of storytelling as a practical tool for thriving with ADHD. Instead of a classic Q&A format, Grant shares personal stories from high school, challenging workplaces, career transitions, and networking events — all highlighting how creative communication, s...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD, the podcast where we share practical, everyday tips to help adults with ADHD live well—brought to you by Animo Sano Psychiatry, North Carolina’s leading behavioral health and ADHD clinic. Hosted by Nada Pupovac. In this episode, Nada is joined by Lauren Easley, Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Animo Sano Psychiatry, for an honest and inspiring conversation about ADHD and friendships. Lauren blends compassion, expertise, and personal insight to explore how ADHD...

In this episode of Thriving With ADHD, host Nada Pupovac sits down with Jaclyn Sappah, trauma and yoga therapist and founder of Wildflower Therapy Group, to dive deep into the intersection of mindfulness and ADHD in adults. Together, they discuss the challenges of starting a mindfulness practice with ADHD, simple and accessible beginner strategies for cultivating mindfulness, and why it’s normal for your mind to wander during meditation. From practical tips on how to get started, to integrati...

Welcome to "Thriving with ADHD," the podcast dedicated to offering practical tips for adults with ADHD. Hosted by Nada Pupovac and brought to you by Animo Sano Psychiatry, we delve into strategies for living a more organized and satisfying life. In this episode, we're joined by Ellie Gardner, founder of Marigold Organizing, who shares her expertise on creating ADHD-friendly spaces. Ellie discusses: Real-Life Organization Strategies: Tailoring organizational systems to individual needs for gre...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD, presented by Animo Sano Psychiatry, where we explore valuable strategies for living well with ADHD. In this episode, host Nada Pupovac introduces Cherry Noor, a new physician assistant at Animo Sano Psychiatry, who brings a wealth of experience and fresh insights to our discussion. Together, they delve into the complex relationship between ADHD and trauma, a topic that has not been covered before on our podcast. Join us as Cherry sheds light on the overlap...

Join us in this enlightening episode of "Thriving with ADHD," where host Nada Pupovac explores the fascinating intersection of ADHD and emotional intelligence with Stefanie Solomon, PA-C. We explore how these elements intertwine to influence self-awareness and empathy. Stephanie, physician assistant at Animo Sano Psychiatry, brings her wealth of knowledge to the table, offering practical strategies for enhancing emotional intelligence in adults with ADHD. Discover how strengthenin...

Welcome back to Thriving with ADHD, where we delve into practical tips for adults navigating life with ADHD. In this episode, we're celebrating a fresh start to the year by tackling the significant role of nutrition and natural supplements in managing ADHD symptoms.Join our host, Nada Pupovac, as she welcomes back Meredith Rappaport, an experienced Physician Assistant from Animo Sano Psychiatry. Meredith brings a wealth of knowledge from her extensive career in mental health, exploring the po...

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Thriving with ADHD," presented by Animo Sano Psychiatry. In today's discussion, we dive deep into the complex relationship between ADHD and emotional regulation with our special guest, Stephanie Solomon, a highly experienced physician assistant at Animo Sano Psychiatry. Stephanie offers her clinical expertise to help us explore why adults with ADHD often struggle with managing their emotions and what can be done to improve emotional well-being.Stephan...

In this engaging episode of "Thriving with ADHD," we delve into the art of designing ADHD-friendly home and workspace environments. Joined by Maddison Henley, Associate Director of Clinical Operations and Clinical Education at Animo Sano Psychiatry, the discussion highlights practical strategies for enhancing focus, productivity, and organization for adults with ADHD. Throughout the episode, Maddison shares tips on reducing distractions and creating structured routines tailored to individual ...

In this episode of "Thriving With ADHD," join host Nada Pupovac and returning guest, physician assistant Mackenzie Kirchner, as they delve into practical strategies for staying organized and managing clutter while living with ADHD. Mackenzie shares expert insights on how ADHD uniquely impacts executive function and memory, leading to organizational challenges. The discussion includes actionable tips like downsizing, simplifying spaces, leveraging clear bins, and creating launch pads to foster...

In this heartfelt and insightful episode of "Thriving with ADHD," host Nada Pupovac welcomes back Dr. Mina Boazak, Medical Director at Animo Sano Psychiatry, to share his personal journey living with ADHD. Shifting from his professional role, Mina opens up about his childhood struggles, the journey to his diagnosis, and how it has influenced both his personal and professional life. He discusses practical tools and strategies that have helped him thrive, such as the use of to-do lists, whitebo...

Welcome back to Thriving with ADHD, where we share practical tips to help ADHD adults thrive. In this eye-opening episode we dive deep into ADHD medications with our special guest, Meredith Rappaport, a compassionate and dedicated physician assistant from Animo Sano Psychiatry.Meredith has a rich background in social work, psychotherapy, and medical practice since 2008. She brings a holistic approach that combines medication management with mental health therapy, ensuring comprehensive and em...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD dear ADHD community. This month we talk about substance use and ADHD. Animo Sano’s PA Maddison Henley is our guest again and she will share more about this important topic. In this episode we'll cover the following topics:Why do ADHD and substance use disorders often occur together? Are there specific risk factors that make this more likely?How do various substances, such as alcohol, nicotine, and illicit drugs, impact the symptoms and treatment of ADHD?What...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD dear ADHD community. In this episode we are talking about creative communication skills and ADHD.We are delighted to welcome back one of our previous guest speakers, Grant Crowell, whose episode about ADHD and work is very popular among our listeners and I can’t wait to tackle another exciting new topic with him. We’ll be talking about creative communication for the workplace, along with the special challenges and opportunities for neurodivergent employees and en...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD dear ADHD community. We are back and we’ll be talking about the stigma surrounding ADHD with Animo Sano’s PA-C Stefanie Solomon.Tune in as we will discuss:Common Misconceptions: Myths around ADHD, like being a disorder only affecting children or relating solely to hyperactivity, and how they hinder understanding and care.Impact of Stigma: We'll learn about the effects of stigma on those with ADHD, including challenges in seeking diagnosis or treatment.Differences...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD dear ADHD community. We are back with a new episode and this time we are talking about ADHD and Executive functions with MacKenzie Kirchner, a PA-C at Animo Sano Psychiatry.Stay tuned as we’ll be discussing:What executive functions are and how are they impacted by ADHD?How do challenges with executive functions manifest in both children and adults with ADHD?What are some strategies or interventions that can help improve executive functioning skills in indiv...

Welcome to Thriving with ADHD dear ADHD community. In this episode, we have a hot topic: How to navigate the national medication shortage when you have ADHD.Animo Sano’s PA-C Maddison Henley joined us to share important information about this issue. Here are just some of the questions we covered in this episode:An overview of the current ADHD medication shortage situation - What types of medications are most affected?What are the primary causes of this national medication shortage, particular...