The Busy Brained Saint Podcast

Trauma, ADHD and Healing: Why ACE Scores Matter More Than You Think

In this powerful episode, Kamden dives into the deep connection between childhood trauma, ADHD, and the generational patterns that often go unseen. Drawing on her recent experience at the Healing Generations in Utah conference Kamden explains what ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) are and why individuals with ADHD often carry high ACE scores.
You'll hear about the essential role of emotional regulation, the importance of trauma-informed therapy like EMDR and ART, and how healing in one generation can dramatically improve outcomes in the next. Kamden also sheds light on Utah-specific cultural dynamics that may contribute to higher ACE scores—and what we can do about it.
Finally, you'll walk away with a toolkit of evidence-based "Stress Busters" from Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris that can support long-term healing and regulation for both children and adults with ADHD.
In This Episode:
What ACEs are and how they affect ADHD
Shocking statistics on the overlap between trauma and ADHD
Why coaching must include emotional regulation work
The cultural and systemic factors that make Utah unique
How to use your healing journey to impact future generations
What every parent, caregiver, and educator should know
The difference between toxic stress and tolerable stress—and how to buffer it
📚 Resources Mentioned:
ACE Study (Adverse Childhood Experiences) – https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces
"The Deepest Well" by Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris
Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris TED Talk – How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime
Helton, Gocke-Kerr & Gruber, 2017 – Study showing children with learning disabilities are 2.5x more likely to be victims of sexual abuse
What Happened To You?
The Body Keeps the Score 
My Body! What I say GOES! 
Body Safety Education: A Parents guide to protecting kids from sexual abuse
 
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Finding Progress Through Christ's Grace with ADHD

In this special Easter episode of The Busy Brained Saint, Kamden offers a gentle and powerful perspective on what the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ can mean to someone with ADHD. Drawing from scripture, personal experience, and coaching insights, she explores how Christ’s ministry teaches us the value of small progress, humility, and simple consistency over perfectionism and hustle.
You’ll hear reflections on the Savior’s most public miracles coming at the end of His ministry—not the beginning—and how that pattern gives us permission to grow slowly and intentionally. Kamden speaks to the deep, soul-level belonging Christ offers us through His Atonement, reminding us that He has already chosen us, even before we “get it all together.”
This episode includes references from the Bible, Book of Mormon, and inspired words from Elder Uchtdorf and Sister Reyna Aburto. Whether you're feeling spiritually scattered, emotionally worn down, or simply trying to make sense of what Easter means for your neurodivergent journey—this episode will meet you with grace, compassion, and hope.
Key Themes:
The humility of Christ’s ministry and what it teaches us about progress
Undoing the myth of “perfect” ADHD functioning
Finding identity and belonging in the Savior
Spiritual preparation and the personal meaning of resurrection
Simple teachings from Christ that reshape how we live day to day
Referenced Talks:
"Nourish the Roots, and the Branches Will Grow" – Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf
"The Grave Has No Victory" – Sister Reyna I. Aburto
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The Brain Your Child Borrows with Guest Brittney King

What does it mean when we say a neurodivergent child is “borrowing your brain”? In this episode, Kamden sits down with Brittney King—a licensed professional counselor, ADHD specialist, and parenting coach for families raising neurodivergent kids—to unpack this powerful concept.
Brittney, a neurotypical mom to an AuDHD child, brings both clinical expertise and personal experience to the conversation. Together, she and Kamden talk about the mental and emotional load parents carry, especially those who are also neurodivergent themselves. They explore how to set supportive boundaries, regulate emotions (yours and your child’s), and build family systems that foster confidence and connection.
This conversation is for any parent who has ever felt overwhelmed, unsure, or stuck in self-doubt. You’ll leave feeling more equipped, more understood, and more empowered to parent with compassion and clarity.
 
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General Conference, ADHD and Trusting Personal Revelation

General Conference can be an incredible opportunity for personal revelation—but for ADHDers, it can also feel like an information overload. The urge to write everything down, capture every quote, and keep up with every talk can leave us exhausted and disconnected from what matters most. In this episode, we’re rethinking how we approach Conference with ADHD. Inspired by Elder David A. Bednar’s counsel—“Nothing you hear tonight will come from my voice… Write down what the Holy Ghost tells you”—we’ll explore why ADHDers feel the need to write everything down, how we can develop greater self-trust in receiving revelation, and practical strategies to truly hear what God has for us. Instead of fighting our ADHD, we can work with our brains to create a more meaningful, Spirit-led experience. Tune in for a fresh perspective on engaging with General Conference in a way that works for you!
 
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Do You Really Need to Be Fixed?

Have you ever felt like if you were just a little more patient, a little more disciplined, or a little more faithful, things would finally fall into place? Maybe you’ve believed that if you worked harder on yourself, others would change—the child would listen, the relationship would heal, the burden would lift. But what if self-improvement isn’t about fixing yourself to fix the situation?
In this episode, we explore the pressure to constantly improve through the lens of ADHD and faith. We’ll talk about why personal growth isn’t a bargaining chip for better outcomes, how to find optimism even in hardship, and when it’s time to stop waiting for others to change and step into our calling—just like Moses did. Through scripture, ADHD insights, and personal reflection, we’ll uncover the truth: You are not broken. And you are not responsible for changing everyone around you. If you’ve been carrying the weight of believing you’re the problem, this episode is for you.
 
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The ADHD Sabbath Struggle

Isn’t the Sabbath supposed to be a day of rest? Then why does it sometimes feel so restless for an ADHD brain? In this episode, I dive into the struggle of slowing down, being still, and finding peace on a day that’s meant for renewal—but can often feel frustrating or even guilt-ridden when our brains won’t cooperate.
I’ll explore why traditional ideas of “rest” don’t always work for ADHDers, common pitfalls (like overcommitting to spiritual goals or hyperfocusing on the wrong things), and how to create a Sabbath experience that actually feels soul-filling. Plus, I’ll share practical, ADHD-friendly ways to connect with God, engage spiritually without overwhelm, and make the Sabbath a day you actually look forward to.
If you’ve ever felt like your Sabbath rest is more exhausting than restful, this episode is for you. Tune in and let’s reimagine what true renewal looks like for the busy-brained saint.
 
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Shiny Objects: The Illusion of Progress

Have you ever felt the rush of excitement when a new idea, project, or opportunity pops into your mind—only to abandon it once the novelty wears off? That’s Shiny Object Syndrome in action. For ADHD brains, the pull toward newness feels like progress, but in reality, it often keeps us stuck, jumping from one thing to the next without ever experiencing the deep satisfaction of follow-through. In this episode, we’ll explore why ADHD makes us crave novelty, how avoiding discomfort keeps us in cycles of distraction, and what it really means to trust our executive mind over our impulsive urges.
Through the lens of both psychology and faith, we’ll look at how this pattern affects decision-making, leadership, and personal growth. Using the story of the Brother of Jared in Ether 2, we’ll discuss the difference between pausing for revelation and stalling out of fear. If you've ever felt like you’re waiting at the “seashore” instead of moving forward, this episode will help you recognize where Shiny Object Syndrome is holding you back—and give you the tools to break free and build real momentum in your life.
 
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Patient Urgency: Trusting God’s Timing While Moving Forward

Patience and urgency—two things that seem totally opposite, yet God calls us to develop both, sometimes at different moments and sometimes at the exact same time. In this episode, we explore how learning to balance waiting on the Lord with taking action can help us not only strengthen our faith but also manage ADHD challenges like impulsivity and procrastination. I share scripture stories of people who had to wait (sometimes painfully) and others who had to act immediately—and how both approaches are essential in God’s plan. Plus, I open up about our own infertility and adoption journey, where patience and urgency collided in ways I never expected. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I supposed to wait or move forward?”—this episode is for you!
 
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Justice Asks: What is Needed?

Justice isn’t about control—it’s about care. In this episode, we explore how Christlike leadership asks, “What support do you need?” rather than “Why aren’t you more like others?” ADHDers may feel out of place in structured religious spaces, but Zion is meant to include every kind of brain. We’ll discuss how the priesthood reflects our divine DNA, why true justice is about liberation, not punishment, and how we can create a Church culture where neurodivergent and neurotypical members alike can thrive in Christ.
Drawing the Power of Jesus Christ into Our Lives
Adam Miler (Original Grace) inspired the content of this podcast and the title. 
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Why Limits Set Us Free

Do constraints really set us free? In this episode, we explore how healthy limitations—like routines, time management, and structured decision-making—can actually reduce overwhelm, strengthen executive function, and help ADHD brains thrive. Just as God set boundaries on the sea (Job 38:10-11), His commandments and covenants provide structure that keeps us from being tossed to and fro (2 Corinthians 5:14, Alma 42:27). Instead of resisting constraints, what if we embraced them as tools for greater trust in ourselves, more peace, and a deeper connection with God?
Join me as we break down how constraints support ADHD brains, how they help us trust ourselves and achieve more, and how we can apply divine principles of order to create a life that feels both structured and free. If you’ve ever struggled with impulsivity, decision fatigue, or feeling scattered, this episode is for you!
 
 
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