ADHD and Aging: The Challenge of Downsizing

ADHD and Aging: The Challenge of Downsizing

From Attention Talk Radio by Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG

March 25, 2026 · 39 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges of downsizing for individuals with ADHD as they age.

Got ADHD? Are you in the third or fourth quarter of your life? Do you need to downsize? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks to Jami Shapiro (https://grandmahasadhd.com), the host of Grandma Has ADHD podcast.. The duo discusses ADHD, clutter, and the difficulties involved in downsizing later in life. The conversation reveals underlying challenges, acknowledging the very real emotional barrier and provides insights to help you move forward—not to mention, validate your situation. If you or someone you know has ADHD and faces the need to downsize, this is a show you won't want to miss. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them…

People in this episode

Host: Jeff Copper

Guest: Jami Shapiro

Topics covered

  • ADHD
  • aging
  • downsizing
  • clutter
  • emotional barriers

Keywords

  • ADHD
  • downsizing
  • clutter
  • aging
  • emotional barriers

Sponsors

CHADD.org, ADDCA.com, ImpactParents.com, TimeTimer.com

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Attention Talk Radio, Grandma Has ADHD

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