Sure, gaming is fun, social, and even skill-building. But when your teen has ADHD, those fast-paced dopamine hits can override their ability to self-regulate. What starts as downtime can spiral into missed homework, emotional meltdowns, and constant conflict.
Here’s why:
🧠The ADHD brain craves...
Your teen wants to succeed. They really do.
But with ADHD, wanting isn’t enough — activation is the real challenge.
One of the most effective strategies I use in coaching is something called body doubling. And I’ve made a short video that walks you through exactly how to do it — even if your teen...
Executive functioning skills are at the heart of ADHD challenges. These are the mental abilities that help us plan, stay organized, regulate emotions, and complete tasks. For teens with ADHD, these skills develop years behind their peers—which explains so many of the struggles we see in school, a...
Lowering Expectations for Greater Success
As parents of teens with ADHD, we often wonder if we should push harder or back off when our kids struggle. One of the most surprising and effective strategies I share with parents is this:  Sometimes the best way to help your ADHD teen grow is to lower ...
As we navigate the teenage years, especially with ADHD in the mix, we often encounter a tug-of-war between parental guidance and teenage resistance. Today I'm sharing a game-changing approach that has revolutionized many parent-teen relationships: Soft Choices.
💡 What Are Soft Choices?
Soft cho...
Do you ever find yourself in a cycle of hope and disappointment with your teen's promises, especially concerning their commitments and responsibilities? If so, I have something that might just change the game for you and your child.
✨ Introducing the "Validate and State" Method
This method is a...
Have you ever wondered if there’s a right and a wrong way to praise and incentivize your teen? As parents, our natural instinct is to celebrate and motivate our kids, especially when they excel. However, studies suggest that traditional rewards, such as money or gifts for good grades, might actua...
Navigating the challenges of raising a teen with ADHD can feel overwhelming. But with the right approach, you can foster a nurturing environment that promotes growth and understanding. In this new video, I'm thrilled to share essential parenting strategies that will empower you and your teen to t...
As the school year ramps up, so do the quizzes and tests, and for teens with ADHD, this can be a major stress point. Are you noticing your teen's anxiety spike with each upcoming assessment? Or perhaps, despite their confident claims, the results are not reflecting their potential? Let's turn thi...
If your teen struggles with ADHD, navigating the journey can seem daunting. But with the right steps, you can transform these challenges into triumphs.  I'm here to guide you through proven strategies to support your teen effectively.
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Navigating the challenges of parenting a teen with ADHD can be particularly demanding when faced with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (OD). This condition often leaves families feeling overwhelmed and parents feeling helpless. Today I'm going to shed light on OD and provide you with proven strateg...
Is your teen with ADHD often caught in a spiral of negative thoughts? You're not alone. Many teens with ADHD experience a heightened sensitivity to stress and a propensity for negative thinking. But there's hope, and it starts with a simple yet powerful shift in perspective.
Today, I want to int...
