In It: Discipline, ADHD, and learning differences

How do you discipline kids who have trouble with the skills they need to behave? What strategies work best for kids with learning differences?  

Many parents struggle with how to discipline their kids. And for families of kids with ADHD or learning differences, it can be even harder to know what to do. Get discipline tips from clinical psychologist Dr. Kristin Carothers in this episode of In It, another podcast in the Understood Podcast Network, hosted by Rachel Bozek and Gretchen Vierstra.  

Listen as Dr. Carothers explains why it can be hard for kids with learning differences to follow rules. Hear answers to questions like: What do we do when kids with learning differences forget their homework? Learn how positive discipline can help.  

Visit the In It episode page for a transcript and links to helpful resources.  

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Related resources 

• 7 discipline tips when your child has ADHD
• The difference between discipline and punishment
• Understanding trouble following directions

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