“Does it ever seem like once your child or teen gets started on a project that they struggle to sustain their interest and complete it? Sustained-attention and goal-directed persistence are two key executive functioning skills that work together to help a student cross the finish line. Sustained attention refers to the ability to maintain focus and extended efforts over time…”
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ADHD Essentials Podcast: Managing Lingering Pandemic Anxiety with Dr. Sharon Saline
Dr. Sharon Saline joins Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S. on the ADHD Essentials Podcast!
“In this episode, Dr. Saline and [Brendan] talk about the effects of the pandemic on children and families. We discuss the data on mental health pre- and post-pandemic, moral injury, the effect it is having on social skills, and ways to manage the anxiety we’re all experiencing.” Listen to the episode below, or click here to listen at adhdessentials.podbean.com.
YourTango – 5 Ways People With ADHD Can Forgive Themselves & Release Their Shame
“If you’re a person with ADHD, you might find yourself in a cycle of shame. Shame for things you may have said, for not “reading a room” the way a neurotypical person might, or shame simply from a childhood where people made you feel bad or less-than because of your differences. Now that you’re an adult, how can you shift away from criticism and resentment and move towards forgiveness and letting go?…”
Healthline – The 10 Best Books for ADHD in 2022
“In “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew,” author and psychologist Dr. Sharon Saline shares her proven roadmap that parents of children ages 6 to 18 can follow to help their child with ADHD succeed. Leaning on her experiences counseling children and their families, Saline offers practical advice and real-life examples so parents can better understand ADHD and learn how they can help their child succeed in school, at home, and beyond. “The book primarily focuses on the brain of a child with ADHD and how it affects their behaviors and thoughts, which is something that online reviewers praise about the book. “As a parent of two ADHD children, I wish that I’d had it earlier,” said one reviewer. They added, “what really moved me was how it explained the ADHD brain and the subjective experience of children with ADHD.”
Dr. Saline’s “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew” was chosen Best for Parents.
MSN – 10 Ways Neurodiverse Folks Can Have Deep, Thoughtful & Easy Conversations With Anyone
“Do you want to learn how to talk to anyone and have better conversations? Do you ever wish that you could pause time, take back something you said, and start over? Would you like to be someone who has quick, interesting comebacks in conversations, instead of thinking of something good to say 10 minutes later. Typical elements of conversation and communication can be tricky for people with ADHD or other neurodivergent individuals. They may interrupt or speak too quickly, space out unintentionally and miss key elements of a conversation, have difficulty processing information, or feel insecure about what they have to say.”
Read the article on MSN! Read the article featured on YourTango. Read the original blog post here. 
YourTango – 10 Ways Neurodiverse Folks Can Have Deep, Thoughtful & Easy Conversations With Anyone
“Do you want to learn how to talk to anyone and have better conversations? Do you ever wish that you could pause time, take back something you said, and start over? Would you like to be someone who has quick, interesting comebacks in conversations, instead of thinking of something good to say 10 minutes later Typical elements of conversation and communication can be tricky for people with ADHD or other neurodivergent individuals. They may interrupt or speak too quickly, space out unintentionally and miss key elements of a conversation, have difficulty processing information, or feel insecure about what they have to say.”
Read the article featured on YourTango! Read the original blog post here. 
Intrepid Ed News: What is Metacognition and Why Does It Matter So Much?
“Do you ever wonder why neurodiverse kids struggle with evaluating their strengths or challenges, understanding how their brains work and creating steps for self-improvement? Metacognition is the awareness and understanding of your own thinking and thought processes and, as the last executive functioning skill to coalesce (in the mid to late twenties), it’s often very challenging for alternative learners. Put simply, it’s a way to manage and understand your thinking. Metacognition allows someone to connect the dots, see the big picture, monitor their work and assess their progress…”
Taking Control, The ADHD Podcast: The ADHD Therapy Experience with Dr. Sharon Saline
Dr. Sharon Saline joins Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright on Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast!
“Have you ever tried talk therapy? It can be intimidating, learning to open yourself up to a stranger, but with the right therapist, it doesn’t have to be uncomfortable for long. We’re continuing our series on ADHD interventions with Dr. Sharon Saline, psychologist and ADHD specialist. She joins to talk to you, the therapy novice, about what you can expect from therapy, what you should expect from your relationship with your therapist, and how you can make the therapy relationship thrive in support of your ADHD.” Listen to the episode below, or click here to listen at TakeControlADHD.com.
Intrepid Ed News: 4 Common Parenting Challenges and How to Overcome Them
“Just when we thought we’d turned a corner in the COVID war, the Delta variant made all of us more nervous than we might already be. It’s worrisome for parents, educators, and students — all of whom are navigating wearing masks with quality instruction, engaged learning, and safe socializing. This complicated transition back to school has been especially tough for kids with ADHD, LD, ASD, and twice-exceptionality. These neurodiverse kids, who already struggle with anxiety and emotional regulation, often become more stressed, worried, and reactive…”
Attention Talk Radio – ADHD, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, and the Pink Elephant Paradox
“Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is a buzz phrase in the ADHD world. Is it a thing? Not a thing? And what does the pink elephant paradox have to do with it? In this show, ADHD Coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Sharon Saline on the topic. The two will have an open counterpoint conversation to bring context to the topic, provide an understanding of the role labels have in managing challenges, and discuss the issue from two perspectives – an ADHD coach and a psychologist. If the phrase “rejection sensitive dysphoria” calls you, don’t miss this insightful show.” Click play below to listen to the interview, or listen at AttentionTalkRadio.com.
