

The ADHD Parenting Podcast
The ADHD Parenting Podcast
The ADHD Parenting Podcast offers practical information to help you help your child reach their full potential without the fluffy stuff. This podcast is presented by Mike McLeod, SLP from GrowNow ADHD, and Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, from ADHD Dude.
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May 14, 2025 • 29min
Answering Listeners' Questions
In this engaging mailbag episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike tackle pressing listener questions about parenting children with ADHD. How can parents help their prompt-dependent child become more independent with daily tasks? What are the pros and cons of homeschooling for a child who is thriving in school? And what types of screen time should be limited for kids, especially those with ADHD? Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:48] Prompt dependence and cause-effect thinking.[00:05:06] ADHD medication decision-making.[00:09:20] Homeschooling vs. traditional schooling.[00:10:26] Expertise in Education Professionals.[00:15:03] ADHD and bedtime challenges.[00:19:36] Screen time limitations for children.[00:22:31] Screen addiction and ADHD.[00:24:14] Screen addiction in children.[00:27:38] ADHD resources and support.

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Apr 30, 2025 • 38min
Top Tips for a Successful Summer with your ADHD Child
Explore top strategies for a successful summer with ADHD children! Discover how structured environments boost executive function and social skills. Learn practical tips on managing screen time while fostering outdoor play and real-life interactions. Consider the benefits of summer camps for developing independence and confidence. Unpack myths about ADHD medication during breaks and find community resources to support your child. Tune in for practical advice that can transform your family's summer experiences!

Apr 16, 2025 • 24min
Parent Coaching Session for Jimmy, age 10
This episode features a real coaching call conducted by Ryan. He engages with Melissa, the mother of 10-year-old Jimmy, who faces challenges with ADHD and emotional regulation. They delve into the complexities of managing disrespectful language and impulsive behavior at home and school. How can parents effectively address everyday rudeness without escalating tensions? What strategies can help Jimmy navigate sibling dynamics and seek peer validation? Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:02:38] Disrespectful language at home.[00:04:32] Communication and tone awareness.[00:07:11] Emotional regulation in children.[00:10:56] Assertiveness skills for siblings.[00:14:05] Cause and effect in behavior.[00:17:38] Understanding peer feedback dynamics.[00:20:22] Social validation and perspective taking.[00:23:16] ADHD Parenting Podcast insights.

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Mar 26, 2025 • 44min
How Screens Impact ADHD Kids: Expert Insights from Dr. Alison Yeung
Dr. Alison Yeung, a family doctor from Ontario, sheds light on screen addiction among children with ADHD. She discusses the hidden dangers of screens and how they impact mental health, sharing stories of families who improved well-being by reducing screen time. Dr. Yeung introduces her four M's for managing screen use and the five R's to gauge smartphone readiness. The conversation emphasizes the importance of parental guidance in fostering healthier relationships with technology, ensuring kids navigate the digital world safely.

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Mar 12, 2025 • 40min
Answering Listeners' Questions (#3)
Hosts dive into effective ways to communicate screen time limits with grandparents, emphasizing the delicate balance of authority. They tackle the challenge of helping withdrawn children reconnect with friends and discuss using declarative language for better understanding. The concept of 'time blindness' is explored with practical strategies for improving time management in kids with ADHD. Additionally, they shed light on the complexities of masking behaviors in neurodiverse children, emphasizing resilience and effective communication.

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Feb 12, 2025 • 23min
Top 4 Tips for Fathers of ADHD Kids
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Mike offer their top four tips for fathers of children with ADHD. They explore the critical understanding that ADHD is not a character flaw but a developmental delay—how can this knowledge transform a father's approach to parenting? They also discuss the importance of sharing daily routines and engaging in non-screen-based activities with kids.Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:01:09] ADHD is not a character flaw.[00:03:36] ADHD as executive functioning delay.[00:07:45] Tag teaming parenting responsibilities.[00:10:40] Experiential parenting without screens.[00:15:23] Parental authority and ADHD.[00:17:06] ADHD and parental authority.[00:20:53] Parental fear and authority.

Jan 29, 2025 • 24min
ADHD Kids & Sibling Relationships
Sibling relationships in families affected by ADHD can be complex and fraught with conflict. Effective strategies for managing these tensions are discussed, focusing on the importance of structure and realistic expectations. Boredom and unstructured environments often escalate sibling disputes, making boundaries crucial. Engaging in shared activities can enhance bonds and foster teamwork. The role of accountability among siblings is also highlighted, offering leadership opportunities for older kids. Tune in for valuable tips on nurturing healthier sibling dynamics!

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Jan 15, 2025 • 42min
Top 4 Do's and Don'ts with Your ADHD Child's School
Discover essential strategies for navigating the school environment with children who have ADHD. Learn how to foster collaboration between parents and teachers to better support kids. The hosts discuss the importance of self-advocacy skills and independence in education. They highlight why more accommodations aren’t always beneficial, emphasizing a balanced approach. Plus, explore the critical dynamics of communication and understanding in building effective relationships within the educational system.

Jan 1, 2025 • 35min
Answering Listeners' Questions (#2)
Ryan & Mike tackle another batch of questions directly from parents like you! If you would like your question answered on a future episode, please leave and rating or review on Apple Podcasts. Grab a screen capture of your review and email it, along with your question to: theadhdparentingpodcast@gmail.comPlease include your child's age and medication regimen if that is applicable to the question.Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IGFind Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube[00:00:00] Start[00:02:17] Self-awareness in ADHD.[00:04:41] ADHD as a brain description.[00:07:17] ADHD doesn't define your life.[00:10:25] ADHD decision-making struggles.[00:14:12] Anxiety and indecisiveness in children.[00:17:40] Anxiety and decision-making skills.[00:20:05] ADHD medication effectiveness and safety.[00:23:45] ADHD and executive functioning skills.[00:27:16] Recommended treatment for ADHD.[00:30:27] Parenting and ADHD awareness.[00:33:15] Healthy debate about screens.

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Dec 18, 2024 • 36min
Anxiety and School Avoidance with Kristen McNeely, LMFT
Kristen McNeely, a Licensed MFT and board-certified behavior analyst specializing in anxiety and ADHD-related issues, joins the conversation. She breaks down the differences between school avoidance and refusal, emphasizing the need for parents to recognize underlying triggers. Kristen discusses the role of well-meaning accommodations and introduces SPACE therapy as a method to support anxious children. The talk highlights the importance of collaboration with schools and offers actionable strategies for parents to tackle school refusal effectively.