How to Demobilize a Bully in 5 Steps Children and teens with ADHD are often targeted by bullies who notice their impulsivity, clumsiness, or awkward social skills. Here, teach your child how to deal with a bully and become an upstander for other neurodivergent kids. … Continue reading How to Demobilize a Bully in 5 Steps
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Why ADHD Masking Is a Form of Self-Sabotage
Why ADHD Masking Is a Form of Self-Sabotage Do you squander your precious time and energy trying to “act normal” at the expense of your mental health? That’s ADHD masking, which may include suppressing symptoms, trying to hide your ADHD in public settings, or denying … Continue reading Why ADHD Masking Is a Form of Self-Sabotage
“I Feel Judged and Attacked:” A Teen’s Eye View of RSD
“I Feel Judged and Attacked:” A Teen’s Eye View of RSD If someone doesn’t value spending time with me as much as I value spending time with them, I feel rejected. Last month, I said to one of my closest friends that I would like to … Continue reading “I Feel Judged and Attacked:” A Teen’s Eye View of RSD
5 Overlooked Signs of ADHD – the Inattentive Type
5 Overlooked Signs of ADHD – the Inattentive Type People with inattentive ADHD are not lazy, stupid, unwilling, or oppositional. They have a biologically based challenge with attending to the task at hand, and their brains tire more quickly. Read More>> Read Dr. Saline’s latest … Continue reading 5 Overlooked Signs of ADHD – the Inattentive Type
Why Some People with ADHD Refuse to Ask for Help
Why you hate asking for help—and how to overcome your discomfort. Read More>> Key Points: Many adults with ADHD hate asking for help because of a fear of looking incompetent or weak. Perfectionism in combination with ADHD makes it tough to trust others to follow … Continue reading Why Some People with ADHD Refuse to Ask for Help
5 Unique Ways To Foster Body Positivity In Tweens & Teens — That Work For ADHD Kids, Too
5 Unique Ways To Foster Body Positivity In Tweens & Teens — That Work For ADHD Kids, Too Read More>> Read Dr. Saline’s latest blog post: Join my newsletter community to learn more>>
3 Powerful Ways Kids With ADHD Can Stand Up To Bullies
3 Powerful Ways Kids With ADHD Can Stand Up To Bullies Impulse control, emotional regulation, and difficulties with social interactions can unpredictably impact their behavior. To respond to bullying effectively, kids with ADHD benefit from working on The 3 R’s: Recognition, Response, and Resilience. Read … Continue reading 3 Powerful Ways Kids With ADHD Can Stand Up To Bullies
How Parents Can Help Teens with ADHD Overcome Executive Function Challenges and Succeed in School
Proven ways to help teens with ADHD succeed in school Read More>> Read Dr. Saline’s latest blog post: Join my newsletter community to learn more>>
3 Steps for Overcoming ADHD Task Paralysis
3 Steps for Overcoming ADHD Task Paralysis How to move beyond feeling stuck and get things done Read More>> Key Points: Symptoms of task paralysis include overwhelm, procrastination, and low self-esteem. Multitasking interferes with focus and increases distractibility. You can improve your ability to start … Continue reading 3 Steps for Overcoming ADHD Task Paralysis
Understanding Perfectionism: How To Make It Work For, Not Against, You and Your Kids
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. Read More>> Key Points: Build … Continue reading Understanding Perfectionism: How To Make It Work For, Not Against, You and Your Kids