Compare & Despair: Social Media & Mental Health Concerns in Teens with ADHD

New research points to a link between use of social media and mental health risks among adolescents, who generally want to be accepted, popular, and well-liked. When teens with ADHD fall into the “compare and despair” trap, it can lead to lower self-esteem and frequent negativity. These tips can help boost confidence.

Q: “How Can I Help My Teen Adopt a Growth Mindset?”

“When we try something, we risk failure. When we avoid it, we ensure it.” Take these steps to instill a growth mindset in your teen.

Understanding Perfectionism: How To Make It Work For, Not Against, You and Your Kids

Is it clear enough? Is it well-written enough? Is the meal tasty enough or the gift nice enough? You get the picture. Perhaps you or your child or teen have similar thoughts.

3 Steps for Overcoming ADHD Task Paralysis

How to move beyond feeling stuck and get things done

“Plan to spend time alone with each child at least once or twice monthly to deepen connections and help repair sibling relationships.”

Breakdowns in communication set children who have ADHD up to fail.