Top Tips for a Successful Summer with your ADHD Child
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike dive into their top six tips for a successful summer with ADHD children. How can parents create a structured environment that fosters executive functioning skills? What are the best strategies for managing screen time and ensuring face-to-face socialization? They also explore the importance of independent experiences away from home and the potential pitfalls of a "medication vacation" during the summer. Tune in to discover practical advice that could transform your child's summer experience!Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:00:58] Structure is critical for ADHD.[00:04:38] Teen summer programs and jobs.[00:09:28] Summer camp and executive function.[00:10:02] Screen time and ADHD.[00:14:18] Screen-free summer benefits.[00:18:05] Outdoor play is essential.[00:20:02] Utilizing community resources for kids.[00:23:15] Extended school year misconceptions.[00:27:12] Summer camps for ADHD children.[00:30:08] Independent experiences away from home.[00:34:40] Conditional relationships for ADHD kids.[00:37:04] Professional advice disclaimer.
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Parent Coaching Session for Jimmy, age 10
This episode features a real coaching call conducted by Ryan. He engages with Melissa, the mother of 10-year-old Jimmy, who faces challenges with ADHD and emotional regulation. They delve into the complexities of managing disrespectful language and impulsive behavior at home and school. How can parents effectively address everyday rudeness without escalating tensions? What strategies can help Jimmy navigate sibling dynamics and seek peer validation? Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:02:38] Disrespectful language at home.[00:04:32] Communication and tone awareness.[00:07:11] Emotional regulation in children.[00:10:56] Assertiveness skills for siblings.[00:14:05] Cause and effect in behavior.[00:17:38] Understanding peer feedback dynamics.[00:20:22] Social validation and perspective taking.[00:23:16] ADHD Parenting Podcast insights.
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How Screens Impact ADHD Kids: Expert Insights from Dr. Alison Yeung
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, Mike welcomes Dr. Alison Yeung, a family doctor from Ontario, Canada, who shares her insights on the alarming rise of screen addiction among children with ADHD. What are the hidden dangers of screens that parents might not be aware of? How can families navigate the challenges of technology while fostering healthier habits? Dr. Yeung discusses her four M's for managing screen time and the critical five R's for determining when a child is ready for a smartphone. Find Dr. Yeung on Instagram @thesmartphoneeffectmdFind Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube
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Answering Listeners' Questions (#3)
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike tackle pressing listener questions about managing ADHD in children. How can parents effectively communicate with grandparents about screen time limits? What strategies can help a withdrawn child reconnect with friends? They delve into the complexities of using declarative language and the importance of understanding time for kids with ADHD.Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:27] Screen time and grandparents' influence.[00:04:43] Parental authority and screen time.[00:08:38] Parenting strategies for screen time.[00:10:54] Screen time and child development.[00:13:28] Screen addiction in children.[00:16:38] Negative attention stimulation disorder.[00:20:37] Time blindness in children.[00:25:28] Executive function delays in children.[00:28:04] Understanding masking in children.[00:30:41] The impact of masking narratives.[00:34:00] Positive attributes in children.[00:36:28] The normalcy of masking.
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Top 4 Tips for Fathers of ADHD Kids
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike offer their top four tips for fathers of children with ADHD. They explore the critical understanding that ADHD is not a character flaw but a developmental delay—how can this knowledge transform a father's approach to parenting? They also discuss the importance of sharing daily routines and engaging in non-screen-based activities with kids.Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:09] ADHD is not a character flaw.[00:03:36] ADHD as executive functioning delay.[00:07:45] Tag teaming parenting responsibilities.[00:10:40] Experiential parenting without screens.[00:15:23] Parental authority and ADHD.[00:17:06] ADHD and parental authority.[00:20:53] Parental fear and authority.
The ADHD Parenting Podcast offers practical information to help you help your child reach their full potential without the fluffy stuff. This podcast is presented by Mike McLeod, SLP from GrowNow ADHD, and Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, from ADHD Dude.
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