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Why Smart Kids Struggle in School and What Executive Function Has to Do With It (podcast#210)
Uncover the critical intersection of executive function and educational success. This enlightening discussion reveals why some of the smartest kids face unexpected challenges in school and how understanding these hidden barriers can transform their academic journey. Tune in for unique insights and expert strategies to support your child’s learning process. What To Expect In Our…
April 16, 2025
ADHD & Depression, ADHD & Anxiety, and All of the Above (episode #70)
Dealing with ADHD can lead to a number of symptoms including depression and anxiety — and it often presents in a spiraling manner that can drag people down, deeper and deeper. Ultimately, it’s critical to address the problem at its root — generally by focusing on the ADHD issue head-on. It doesn’t matter if the…
April 15, 2025
Peaceful Parenting Secrets: How to Build Trust and Raise Confident Kids Without Control (podcast#209)
What happens when you stop trying to control your kids and start truly collaborating with them? In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Rosensweet to explore fresh perspectives on raising complex kids. Sarah shares stories, strategies, and insights that can challenge how you think about parenting. Tune in and see how changing your approach…
April 9, 2025
How to Pick Your Battles to Achieve Family Peace
How Positivity Helps You ‘Pick Your Battles’ Positive parenting. Focus on their strengths, on their successes. Downplay and redirect those moments when they miss the mark. Easier said than done, isn’t it? Really, stay positive? When my ADHD teen is making me crazy? When, for the 17th time (today), I’m asking him, as directly and…
Tags: Build Trust, Change Behaviors, Expert Articles, Fix Hurt Feelings, Settle Family Politics
April 7, 2025
Unlocking Teen Potential: Resilience, Innovation & Hope in a Complex World (podcast#208)
Elaine sits down with leadership expert Ed Gerety to discuss the intersection of leadership and parenting teens. Drawing on decades of experience working with youth, Ed shares actionable strategies for fostering open communication, focusing on effort over outcomes, and helping teens develop independence. This episode explores the importance of modeling transparency, creating safe spaces for…
April 2, 2025
What To Do When Your ADHD Teen Says, “Don’t Worry, I’ve Got It!”
“Don’t Worry” Syndrome If I had a dollar for every time I heard this phrase from my ADHD teen, “Don’t worry, I’ve got it!”
Tags: Build Trust, Coach for Success, Create Structures, Expert Articles, Overcome Obstacles, Teen Issues, Wipe Out Logistical Challenges
April 1, 2025
My Child With ADHD Can’t Sleep
Does your child with ADHD – and other types of neurodivergence — struggle with sleep? Here are expert sleep tips — for them and for you. Discover proven strategies to understand why, help them fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen power struggles and frustration. “What Should I Do?“ “My child with ADHD can’t…
March 29, 2025
Rebuilding Trust with Teens: Cleaning the Slate Conversations (podcast#207)
Rebuilding trust within a family is no small feat, especially when past hurts linger. In this episode, Elaine and Diane tackle the complexities of mending relationships and navigating emotional barriers. They share practical insights and a transformative strategy — cleaning-the-slate conversations — to guide families in clearing old wounds and creating space for growth and…
March 26, 2025
Working Parents & School Breaks: Keep Kids Engaged & Safe
Struggling with how to manage the kids while you have to work over the next school break? School breaks are a great time to foster independence – without the distraction and stress of homework and projects. Independence is not something that just happens at 18. It is something we have to teach our kids, step…
Tags: Build Trust, Expert Articles
March 25, 2025
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