Dr. Andrew Kahn

02/03/2025

So thrilled to contribute to a Word of the Week on Oprah Daily with Cassie Hurwitz. Today we talked about overstimulation, a daily experience for me and many other neurodivergent folks. For strategies for managing overstimulation and sensory issues in general, take a look at our resources at Understood.org

https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/a63606239/what-is-overstimulation/?source=nl&utm_campaign=nl_welcome1&utm_medium=email&utm_source=nl_omc

Understood.org is the leading nonprofit empowering the 70 million people with learning and thinking differences in the United States.

10/03/2023

Ever wonder how ADHD affects your dating life, or what it's like when two people with ADHD fall in love? Read my most recent interview in Well+Good with Amelia McBride on this key topic.

One writer dives into the unique challenges and benefits of loving someone who also has ADHD.

09/05/2023

As we dive headfirst into the Back to School season, check out my recent article at ADDitude Magazine. I share some tips for helping parents manage the anxiety and stress of the return to school.

https://www.additudemag.com/back-to-school-tips-adhd-anxiety/

Parental anxiety and stress levels reach new heights as summer ends. These tips will help ease neurodivergent students — and their caregivers — into the new school year.

08/24/2023

I had a great recent conversation about back to school stressors with Rod Berger for his On Balance podcast. You can listen anywhere you get your podcast content.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-balance/id1606801668?i=1000625572790

‎Show On Balance, Ep On Balance with Dr. Andrew Kahn - Aug 24, 2023

08/15/2023

ADHD Paralysis. Something I've suffered from hundreds of times in my life. Jessie Van Amburg and I had a conversation in Wondermind about the phenomenon and what you can do about it.

Check it out:

https://lnkd.in/e6qYt2u9

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08/15/2023

Excited to share a recent conversation with Rachel Fairbank on Lifehacker about Developmental Coordination Disorder. Helping kids with neurodevelopmental differences get the help they need takes a bit of knowledge and advocacy, and Rachel does a great job sharing the key info and process for supporting your child.

Understood.org
https://lnkd.in/d-FrvEDN

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07/18/2023

Just wanted to share a recent article with Marie Holmes HuffPost about common myths about ADHD meds. Understood

Parents worry about giving their kids medication to treat ADHD, but not all of their fears are based on facts.

06/15/2023

So excited to chat with Marie Holmes from HuffPost about important things parents of kids with learning disabilities need to know.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/parenting-children-with-learning-disabilities_l_648882f5e4b048eb9111d29d

Understood

Telling them to try harder won't help, but parents can do plenty of other things that will.

05/31/2023

Thrilled to share a recent interview with Mikhal Weiner in Parents magazine today. We chatted about managing the recent Adderall shortage and the oft-ignored impact of ADHD on neurodiverse parents.

https://www.parents.com/adderall-shortage-struggles-for-adhd-kids-and-adults-7500623

A continued shortage of the ADHD medication Adderall—and other related stimulants—has made a major impact on families of neurodivergent kids—and parents. Here's how people with ADHD are coping.

03/20/2023

It was great speaking with on behalf of .org to share what body doubling is and how people can use it to help with focus and motivation to complete tasks. Watch the full segment here

https://www.fox26houston.com/video/1195759

Some people have found a new strategy to increase productivity. Here's how it works.

03/02/2023

Had a fun conversation with Sophie Bancroft about ADHD, relationships, and shame on IG Live.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/689380189595824

03/02/2023

Really excited to share my recent conversation with Jenna Ryu at USA Today about Body Doubling to increase productivity.

If you have a pattern of procrastinating, "body doubling' can be a great strategy to hold yourself accountable and regain focus. Here's what it is.