Just recently, I met with a family whose five-year-old son—let’s call him Adam—is in kindergarten and showing many of the common challenges I see in young boys with ADHD: emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, and some aggressive behavior. When I asked what kinds of supports the school was using...

“I’m afraid my son won’t have a relationship with me if I set a boundary.”
“If I don’t respond when my daughter accuses me of hating her, she’ll feel abandoned.”
“If I tell her no, she’ll run away — and I’ll never see her again.”
“If we confront him, we’ll traumatize him for life.”

If you’v...

If you’ve tried gentle parenting or collaborative problem-solving with your child who has ADHD and found that it didn’t work—or even made things worse—you’re not alone. I want to share something that I don’t talk about often: I genuinely wanted gentle parenting to work for my son when he was yo...

Video games aren’t inherently harmful for kids with ADHD — but without clear structure and healthy boundaries, gaming can quickly shift from a recreational activity to a source of significant behavioral and emotional dysregulation.

As someone who recently completed continuing education in the are...

Elementary school is a crucial period for children with ADHD, presenting both opportunities and challenges. Parents often seek practical strategies to support their child's academic, social, and emotional growth. In my latest video, I share five essential tips for parents of ADHD elementary sch...

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Parenting a child with ADHD can be challenging, and one common experience is dealing with criticism when they're frustrated or things don't go their way. It can be tough to hear, but it's important to remember that these criticisms often stem from the child's difficulty regulating emotions and ...

My most-watched YouTube video is about ADHD and arguing, so it's clearly a topic many parents are searching for. In this post, I'll explore the reasons behind argumentative tendencies in children with ADHD and offer some strategies to help reduce them.

Understanding the Roots of Argumentati...

Impulse control is a common struggle for children with ADHD, and it's a challenge that can significantly impact their lives. Understanding why this happens is the first step toward finding effective solutions. In this blog, I break down the reasons behind impulse control difficulties in childre...

Should you tell your child about their ADHD diagnosis? Absolutely, yes! Children need context to understand how their brains work. Without it, they may incorrectly believe something is inherently wrong with them. We want to dispel that notion and help them understand ADHD.

Tailoring the Exp...

I often get asked if the strategies I teach are effective for children with autism, or those with both ADHD and autism. The answer is yes, they are. This blog post explains why, despite my extensive background working with individuals on the autism spectrum, I don't specifically address autism ...

My recent video addressing this very issue has sparked a vital conversation, generating numerous questions from parents seeking effective strategies. A common and pressing concern is how to respond when a child’s frustration manifests as property damage or other forms of destruction. This is a ...

Many parents of children with ADHD face the concern of their child struggling to make or keep friends. Often, the suggestion of social skills groups arises as a potential solution. However, the effectiveness of traditional social skills groups for children with ADHD is a topic worth exploring. Whi...

Many parents of children with ADHD unknowingly fall into a pattern of high-giving, low-expectations parenting. This dynamic often involves providing excessive support and resources while demanding little in return. While well-intentioned, this approach can inadvertently foster a sense of entitl...

The decision to entrust a child with ADHD with the responsibility of driving is a significant one that necessitates careful consideration of their individual capabilities and limitations. While many teenagers with ADHD are capable of driving safely, it's crucial to assess their specific strengt...