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Parenting ADHD with Annie Adjan

Parenting ADHD with Annie Adjan

Hosted by: Annie Adjan

Welcome to the Parenting ADHD Podcast! I'm Annie Adjan, your host, and certified academic and ADHD coach. Visit https://www.annieadjan.com for more free resources and personalized support! Each episode is...

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5 Rules for Communicating with your ADHD Teenager

If every conversation with your ADHD teen turns into an argument—or awkward silence—you’re not alone. But there is a better way to communicate. In this episode, I share five simple rules for fostering real connection...
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ADHD Morning Chaos? Fix It the Night Before

If mornings in your house feel like chaos, you’re not alone. For most ADHD families, the real secret to smooth mornings actually starts the night before. In this episode, I’m sharing five simple nighttime habits that...
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Why Your ADHD Teen Does NOTHING After School (And How to Fix It)

If your teen with ADHD crashes after school and never seems to recover, they’re not lazy — they’re just out of fuel. In this episode, I’ll show you why downtime so easily drifts into wasted time and how to turn it...
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How To Help Your Teen With ADHD Organize Their Thinking

Disorganization in ADHD isn’t just about messy rooms — it’s about messy thoughts. In this episode, I’ll show you how to help your teen connect the dots in their own mind so they can think more clearly and make better...
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The 80% Rule: Helping Teens with ADHD Know When They’re Really Ready

In this episode, I share the three biggest pitfalls where ADHD teens often bite off more than they can chew — AP classes, the college leap, and money management. I’ll show you how to spot false readiness, avoid...
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5 Ways to Help Your Teen with ADHD Handle Big Emotions

Is your teen melting down over minor frustrations? One minute they’re fine, the next they’re slamming doors, shouting, or in tears? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, I'll explain...
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Beyond Nagging: ADHD Systems That Actually Work

Are you constantly reminding your teen to do their chores, finish homework, or just follow through—and it’s still not working? You’re not alone. In this episode, Certified ADHD Coach Annie Adjan explains why verbal...
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Managing Video Games with ADHD - What Parents NEED to Know

Video games are fun, social, and even skill-building — but if your child has ADHD, gaming can quickly become a serious challenge. ⚡ In this episode, ADHD coach Annie Adjan explains why the ADHD brain responds...
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The Motivation Hack That Stops ADHD Procrastination

Teens with ADHD often want to succeed — they just struggle to activate. In this episode, I share the most effective (and underused) strategy to help: body doubling. You’ll learn: ✅ What body doubling actually is ✅...
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Executive Function: The 10 Skills Behind ADHD Struggles

Executive functioning challenges are at the heart of ADHD — and often the hidden reason why your teen struggles with motivation, follow-through, emotional regulation, and more. In this episode, I'll break down the 10...
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Why "soft choices" are different than "soft parenting"

In today’s episode, we're tackling a crucial aspect of parenting teens with ADHD: offering "Soft Choices." This strategy is all about providing low-stakes, flexible options that enhance compliance without igniting...
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Why do teenagers with ADHD have blindspots? EXPLAINED

Today, we're diving deep into a common challenge for parents of teens with ADHD: navigating their blind spots. These blind spots can lead to overpromises and underdeliveries, creating a cycle of disappointment and...
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