Raising Resilient Kids with ADHD: 4 Parenting Shifts That Break the Fragility Cycle
In this enlightening episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike challenge the conventional approach to parenting children with ADHD. They explore the critical shift from treating kids as fragile to fostering anti-fragility—can children truly thrive through challenges? Discover the importance of building frustration tolerance and setting high expectations while maintaining empathy. What strategies can parents implement to coach their children through stress rather than shield them from it? Listen to uncover actionable insights that will empower both parents and kids to embrace resilience and growth.Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:39] Over-accommodation to frustration tolerance.[00:05:32] Planned struggle moments for children.[00:09:26] Emotional manipulation in parenting.[00:12:42] Daily expectations for children.[00:16:45] Coaching through challenge, not stress.[00:20:36] Celebrate effort, not perfection.[00:22:10] Shifting to growth mindset language.[00:27:43] Growth mindset in parenting.[00:29:12] Raising anti-fragile kids.
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Why Social Struggles Follow Kids With ADHD-And What Actually Helps
Ryan coaches the parents of nine-year-old Cobe, who is grappling with social challenges linked to ADHD. They look into the impact of medication on social skills and explore whether anxiety plays a role in Kobe's reluctance to form friendships. Can black-and-white thinking hinder his social development? As they discuss strategies for fostering social skills and preparing for the transition to middle school, listeners will discover whether smaller school environments truly offer a solution. Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:27] Medication effects on social skills.[00:04:49] Black and white thinking.[00:08:49] Social struggles in middle school.[00:10:15] Social skills development challenges.[00:14:33] Social skills development challenges.[00:18:42] School rejection and ADHD challenges.[00:21:02] School options for ADHD children.[00:25:56] Better equipped schools for ADHD.[00:27:15] Reciprocity in relationships.[00:30:55] Scouts and social skills benefits.
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Tips for Parenting an ADHD Child when You Have ADHD Yourself
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike offer six tips for parenting a child with ADHD while navigating their own ADHD challenges. How can parents shift from a fixed mindset to embrace growth? What strategies can help combat all-or-nothing thinking that often leads to frustration? They explore the importance of accountability and the necessity of taking breaks for self-care. Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:09] Fixed mindset in parenting.[00:03:46] Importance of cognitive behavior therapy.[00:08:45] Striving for realistic expectations.[00:11:15] Parenting is an imperfect science.[00:14:04] Gentle parenting misconceptions.[00:19:00] Parenting and personal life balance.[00:20:37] Parenting identity and independence.[00:23:42] Modeling accountability in parenting.
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ADHD, Screens, and Structure: Coaching a Parent of an 11-Year-Old to Set Limits and Build Real-World Skills
Listen in on a coaching call between Ryan and the father of Scott, an 11-year-old who is increasingly glued to screens. Dad is raising concerns about his son's social development and interests. How can parents effectively set healthy screen time boundaries without constant battles? What strategies can help Scott transition from screen dependency to exploring new hobbies? Discover how to shift screen time from an entitlement to a privilege, and learn about the importance of establishing clear expectations at home. Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:35] Screen time and social development.[00:03:31] Screen time management strategies.[00:08:00] Screen time management strategies.[00:10:06] Screen time and ADHD challenges.[00:12:22] Balancing screen time and play.[00:15:48] Social engagement in scouts.[00:20:28] Gradual transition to bedtime.[00:24:35] Family dynamics and ADHD challenges.[00:24:46] Structure and expectations for kids.
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Answering Listeners' Questions
In this engaging mailbag episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike tackle pressing listener questions about parenting children with ADHD. How can parents help their prompt-dependent child become more independent with daily tasks? What are the pros and cons of homeschooling for a child who is thriving in school? And what types of screen time should be limited for kids, especially those with ADHD? Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:48] Prompt dependence and cause-effect thinking.[00:05:06] ADHD medication decision-making.[00:09:20] Homeschooling vs. traditional schooling.[00:10:26] Expertise in Education Professionals.[00:15:03] ADHD and bedtime challenges.[00:19:36] Screen time limitations for children.[00:22:31] Screen addiction and ADHD.[00:24:14] Screen addiction in children.[00:27:38] ADHD resources and support.
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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