ADHD Experts Podcast

Latest Episodes:

322- "My Child's Handwriting Is So Messy!" Strategies for Improving Dysgraphia Sep 08, 2020

Show notes

Dysgraphia impairs handwriting & keyboarding, but also fine motor functions (like tying shoelaces), and so can affect self-esteem as well as academics. Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, shares practical strategies for children with this learning disability.

321- Navigating the Life Stages of ADHD: Key Concerns in Diagnosing and Treating Adolescents Aug 28, 2020

Show notes

As Timothy E. Wilens, M.D., shares, preventive education, a proper diagnosis of ADHD and comorbid conditions, and the identification of "stress points" will ease the transition to adulthood and set teens up for a successful launch.

320- 2e 101: Understanding and Supporting Twice-Exceptional Children Aug 26, 2020

Show notes

Michael Postma, Ed.D., shares the latest research on the twice-exceptional brain, why children who are gifted and have a learning disability or disorder like ADHD often struggle with social-emotional growth, and how to best support them.

319- Navigating the Life Stages of ADHD: Key Concerns in Diagnosing and Treating Children Aug 18, 2020

Show notes

Adelaide S. Robb, M.D., discusses the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, how to identify and manage common challenges, and best practices with an eye to improving children's outcomes in school and social life.

318- Rev Up Your Child's Executive Functions for a Successful School Year Aug 13, 2020

Show notes

If you've tried teaching executive function skills that never seem to "stick," there is good news: You can train your child's ADHD brain to pay attention and follow through with these strategies from Rebecca Branstetter, Ph.D., and Elizabeth Sautter, MA, CCC.

317- Ready, Set, Pivot: How to Prepare Your Kids (and Yourself) for an Unfamiliar School Year Aug 06, 2020

Show notes

As schools prepare to reopen with some hybrid mix of in-person and remote learning — and a whole lot of uncertainty — Sharon Saline, Psy.D., helps parents address anxiety and set up daily routines that reduce conflict and build skills for independence.

316- "You're So Emotional!" Why ADHD Brains Wrestle with Emotional Regulation Aug 05, 2020

Show notes

Emotional dysregulation is often seen in people with ADHD, starting in childhood and lasting into adulthood. Understand how anger problems fit into attention deficit and effective treatments for learning emotional control from Joel Nigg, Ph.D.

315- A Parent's Guide to Advocating Objectively at School When Behavior Impedes Learning Aug 04, 2020

Show notes

Children with ADHD are often labeled at school. Rachel Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, informs parents what to expect from a functional behavior assessment and how to advocate for objective language in your child's behavior intervention plan.

314- Cultural Considerations in Diagnosing and Treating ADHD in African-American Children Jul 27, 2020

Show notes

Sarah Vinson, M.D., explores some of the cultural considerations that do and/or should impact treatment of ADHD in African-American children and families, including over- or under-diagnosis, systemic racism in health care, and more.

313- Living in Uncertain Times: Coping Strategies for Adults on the Autism Spectrum Jul 16, 2020

Show notes

For adults on the autism spectrum, the loss of routines and expectations is especially damaging, often leading to high levels of anxiety. Stephen Shore, Ed.D., shares practical, strengths-based solutions for coping during this unsettled time.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected