ADHD and Self-Regulation: Mastering Emotions and Focus
From Attention Talk Radio by Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG
May 20, 2026 · 38 min
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of self-regulation in managing ADHD, focusing on emotions and practical challenges.
ADHD is less about attention and more about self-regulation of focus, emotions, and even movement. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) has an open conversation with longtime-listener Greg about the theory behind emotional regulation and the real-world discipline it takes to manage it. They explore the practical challenges of keeping emotions in check and what it truly requires. If emotional regulation is a struggle for you, this is an episode 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 get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD…
People in this episode
Host: Jeff Copper
Guest: Greg
Topics covered
- ADHD
- self-regulation
- emotional regulation
- focus
- mental health
Keywords
- ADHD
- self-regulation
- emotional regulation
- focus
- mental health
- attention deficit
- coaching
Sponsors
CHADD.org, ADDCA.com, ImpactParents.com, TimeTimer.com
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Attention Talk Radio, digcoaching.com
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