ADHD Roundtable Ep 23 | Movement as Medicine, Distraction as a Tool

Episode Summary

This episode brought together three Portland-based voices—Dr. Emily Spaeth, Hannah Allen, and host Jess DuBose—for a conversation that wove together movement, distraction, self-trust, and what it really means to live with ADHD. This one is equal parts relatable stories, science-y nuggets, and those “oh wow, me too” moments.

✨ Highlights & Takeaways

• How distraction can actually work for you (and why it’s not always a bad thing).

• Movement as medicine—why CrossFit, walking, or even just carrying a heavy backpack can shift your brain and nervous system.

• The tension between “it will all get done” and the nervous system toll of last-minute sprints.

• Supplements, medication, and learning to tune in to what your body actually needs (because it’s different for everyone).

• Building self-trust by noticing patterns and letting your own flavor of ADHD guide how you work best.

👥 Meet the Panelists

Dr. Emily Spaeth – Be Well Baby
https://www.bewellbaby.org/
https://www.instagram.com/bewellbabypdx/

Hannah Allen LMHC, ADHD-CCSP - Allen Therapeutics
https://allentherapeutics.com
https://heralignedmind.com

Jess DuBose – ADHD Coach
https://www.jessdubose.com/
https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithjess/

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