Maintaining a sense of humor when raising ADHD and non-ADHD kids alike is an essential tool for any parent. Children can expand your heart and push your buttons like no one else. But being able to laugh at what happens, at your reactions and sometimes … Continue reading ADHD Parenting: 4 Ways Adults Can Lighten the Mood with Kids During Difficult Moments
Author: Alla Lopatin
3 Ways to Help Children and Teens Maintain Academic Progress During Summer Break
“School’s over. YAY! I have no homework today!” Do these words sound familiar? Most children and teens with ADHD (and without it) are thrilled to have a break from academics and enjoy their summer–their free time. Yet, children with learning challenges can lose some of … Continue reading 3 Ways to Help Children and Teens Maintain Academic Progress During Summer Break
ADDitude Mag – Flow State vs. Hyperfocus: On Channeling Your Unsteady ADHD Attention
What is considered flow state vs. hyperfocus for people with ADHD? “Are there any differences between being hyperfocused and being in a flow state? Yes! A hyperfocused ADHD brain is completely absorbed in its task — to the point of seemingly ignoring or tuning out … Continue reading ADDitude Mag – Flow State vs. Hyperfocus: On Channeling Your Unsteady ADHD Attention
Overcoming Negative Thinking: 5 Tips for Adults with ADHD
Have you ever noticed how people with ADHD, regardless of their age, remember, the negative things people say about them more than the positive? While all human brains are wired for the negativity bias, the minds of those with ADHD seem particularly vulnerable to holding … Continue reading Overcoming Negative Thinking: 5 Tips for Adults with ADHD
Consistent Parenting in ADHD Families: A 5-step plan for improving cooperation and communication
Many parents who are frustrated with their ADHD children come into my office and complain that “No matter what we do, our child doesn’t change. Nothing works.” As I meet with these families, the heart of the problem usually lies with inconsistency. Sometimes parents can … Continue reading Consistent Parenting in ADHD Families: A 5-step plan for improving cooperation and communication
Helping your ADHD Teen Get Out of the “Compare and Despair” Trap: Strategies for Nurturing Self-Acceptance
Can you think of a time when you compared yourself to others and felt good about yourself? How about a time when you felt like you didn’t quite measure up? Unfortunately, the latter is more common. We tend to compare ourselves to people whom we … Continue reading Helping your ADHD Teen Get Out of the “Compare and Despair” Trap: Strategies for Nurturing Self-Acceptance
Emotional Wellness Strategies for Women with ADHD: How to reduce self-criticism & build self-confidence
March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate women’s strength, accomplishments and contributions. Women carry a lot on their shoulders–from family, community, school and work responsibilities to societal expectations around physical appearance and behavior. That’s a LOT of pressure. Women with ADHD, … Continue reading Emotional Wellness Strategies for Women with ADHD: How to reduce self-criticism & build self-confidence
How to Nurture Connected Independence in Kids & Teens with ADHD: Parenting with the 5C’s Framework
As a parent, we have many hopes for our kids. We aim to teach them lifelong social and emotional skills while helping them be more efficient and effective in daily tasks. For children, teens and emerging (young) adults with ADHD, learning to manage themselves independently … Continue reading How to Nurture Connected Independence in Kids & Teens with ADHD: Parenting with the 5C’s Framework
ADHD and Bullying (Part 2): How you can prepare kids to support victims of bullying as helpful upstanders
When it comes to bullying, there are two responsible parties: the bully and the bystander. Bystanders, or “onlookers,” are people who witness bullying behavior and allow the bully to continue by either encouraging it or saying nothing. The unspoken and often unconscious support of the … Continue reading ADHD and Bullying (Part 2): How you can prepare kids to support victims of bullying as helpful upstanders
Creating an ADHD-Friendly Morning Routine with Your Family: Wake up to a smoother start and a better day
Let’s face it–busy mornings can be stressful. It’s difficult to stay calm and collected with so much to do within a short period of time. For kids with ADHD, there are often additional stumbles and delays when they forget something, get distracted or need to … Continue reading Creating an ADHD-Friendly Morning Routine with Your Family: Wake up to a smoother start and a better day
