ADHD Essentials

Today, we’re talking to Tamara Roseer.  Tamara is the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization, the co-founder of Acorn Leadership, and the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan. In today’s episode, we talk about parenting as leadership, developing core values in our kids, ways to avoid passing anxiety on to our kids, and the importance of being authentic when we parent.   Guest Links: ADHD Coaches Organization   https://www.adhdcoaches.org ADHD Center of West Michigan  http://www.miadhd.com   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community  

Today, we’re talking to Mindy Katz.   When Mindy learned that she and her daughter had ADHD, it led to her becoming an ADHD coach, and eventually a Social Worker. She’s a big proponent of positive psychology, and developing resiliency in our kids.    In today’s episode, we talk about how to manage our sabotaging thoughts,  upward spirals of emotion, and the power of curiosity.     Alright, let’s get rolling.       Shameless Plugs:     Go tohttps://www.adhdrewired.com/events/ for details about the monthly Q&A with Eric Tivers. Learn about The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups! Or register at https://www.adhdessentials.com/sign-up/.   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Being calendar challenged Why no two people with ADHD have the same challenges Managing self-sabotaging thoughts Positive Psychology Growth vs. Fixed Mindset Valuing the process more than the results Resilience How perfectionism undermines our efforts Upward Spirals of Emotion Positive Paper Chains How hard it is to talk about what’s going well Using curiosity to celebrate good news Kids want to succeed.  If they aren’t, something is wrong with the process Coach training & social work Going back to work as a grey-haired adult Alan Brown’s See-Saw Visual   Guest Links: Mindy’s Website: http://mindyschwartzkatz.com     ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community

Today, we’re talking to Rene Brooks from Black Girl, Lost Keys. I always enjoy it when I talk get to talk to someone for the first time, but it feels like they’re already a good friend. Talking to Rene was one of those times, and it was a pleasure.   With to her clear memory of childhood, and her thorough understanding of ADHD, she makes the experience of having the ADHD both understandable and relatable. In today’s episode, we discuss all kinds of things.  From Rene’s journey with ADHD, to the extra scrutiny African American children experience in school and how that affects the ADHD diagnosis, to the importance of going with the flow of ADHD.  We even delve into the controversial land of whether or not ADHD is a superpower.  (But you’ll have to listen to find out how we fall on it.) Shameless Plugs: Go to https://www.adhdrewired.com/events/ for details about the monthly Q&A with Eric Tivers. Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups here!   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Rene's Journey with ADHD The origin of Black Girl, Lost Keys The importance of common ground ADHD & "Laziness" How African American kids being more heavily scrutinized affects ADHD diagnosis ADHD & the Age of Distraction Time Blindess Fixed vs. Growth Mindset School as a Self-Esteem Shaper Navigating the fear of failure The Importance of Early Diagnosis   Guest Links: Rene’s Website:  http://blackgirllostkeys.com Rene’s Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/blackgirllostkeys/   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Mr. Kayerrrook.  He’s an old friend of mine, and a veteran high school English teacher. I really enjoyed our wide-ranging conversation, both when we had it, and when I listened to it again during the editing process.   We get into some interesting corners of both ADHD, and education.  talk about everything from the interplay between ADHD and poverty, to the various red flags teachers keep an eye out for, teachers face, to the ways teachers work to address the unmet needs of their students when those red flags are spotted.  Mr. Kayerrook even shares some stories about his students.  Including a school shooting threat that ended up being a prank, and how he used a failed test to help a student find success.    Shameless Plugs:   The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups winter session has a special discount if you register in October! Go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/sign-up/to sign up for a free 15-20 minute prescreening call to see if the groups are right for you! Or go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ for more information.   Also,the 9thAnnual Online ADHD Awareness Expo is going on now.  I’m a part of it.  My topic - 3 Ways to Communicate with Your ADHD Child Besides Talking.  Register at https://www.adhdexpo.com/adhdessentials to let them know I sent you.   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community

For today's episode, I decided to celebrate ADHD Awareness Month by looking at those very things.  ADHD and awareness.  It's a quick one, but a good one! I look at them through three lenses: My 3 A's of ADHD Management - Awareness, Acceptance & Action How ADHD Awareness differs from Neorotypical Awareness The signs that make me aware that my ADHD may be about to go on the fritz   Share your signs that your ADHD is about to go on the fritz, and get valuable ADHD resources in the ADHD Essentials Facebook Community!  Click the link to sign up.   Further celebrating ADHD Awarenss Month:  Early registration for the January Session of the ADHD Parent Coaching Groups is open this month!  Sign-up during October, and get one entire month of the program for free! Learn more at: https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ Sign-Up for a pre-registration call at: https://www.adhdessentials.com/sign-up/ 

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Robbin Miller.  Robbin is a mother with ADHD of a child with ADHD.  She’s also a licensed mental health clinician, a college academic coach, and the author of a children’s book about early intervention playgroups. We talk about early markers for ADHD, the steps Robbin has been taking to support her son ever since he was an infant, and the challenges she helps her college students with.   Blatant Plug: I’ll be a part of the 9th Annual Online ADHD Awareness Expo taking place throughout the month of October.  My topic - "3 Ways to Communicate with Your ADHD Child Besides Talking"! Register at https://www.adhdexpo.com/adhdessentials to let them know I sent you.   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Robbin’s journey in adopting her son Early intervention Playgroups Markers for ADHD Robbin’s experience with ADHD testing How Robbin supports her son Setting rewards and limits Household responsibilities The importance of thinking twice Tips for College “It has to be on their terms” Robbin’s book, “Playgroup Time” ADHD, Emotions, and taking a break   Guest Links: Robbin’s book: “Playgroup Time” on Amazon.   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community

Adam Wilson is the creator of Calmer Con.  An event he developed to help kids with sensory needs experience the thrill of a comic book convention, without the overwhelm.  Adam’s son is on the spectrum, so at it’s core, Calmer Con is a mission of love for him.  And Calmer Con's first convention was great.  I know, becasue I was there! (And yes, I realize this show is supposed to be about ADHD, but I tend to think of autism as sort of a cousin to ADHD, and many of the challenges are similar.  Not to mention, Adam’s story is so good that I just had to have him on.) In this episode we’ll look at the struggles of parents who’s kids can be overwhelmed by sensory input, discuss the importance of acceptance, and maybe, just maybe, find the inspiration to do something big!   9thAnnual Online ADHD Awareness Expo Plug: The 9thAnnual Online ADHD Awareness Expo will take place throughout the month of October.  And I’ll be a part of it.  My topic is 3 Ways to Communicate with Your ADHD Child Besides Talking.  Register at https://www.adhdexpo.com/adhdessentialsto let them know I sent you.   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Adam’s goals for Calmer Con How Adam created Calmer Con Connecting to a child with autism Sensory challenges and the movies The value of talking to experts Why paraprofessional educators / teacher aides are amazing! The Overstimulation/Anxiety Spiral Different types of meltdowns The Tale of Logan and the Ocelot Sacrificing things you love to make something more important How Adam workshopped elements of the convention Star Wars Skill Drills you can do at home! Evolving Calmer Con to better serve parents The importance of opportunities for social interaction The power of acceptance   Guest Links: Learn more about Calm Passion and Calmer Con Check out the Calm Passion Facebook Page   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community

Dr. Saline is a licensed, clinical psychologist, who guides families from the maze of emotions, conflict and stress related to ADHD, toward successful dialog, interventions and connection. Today, we're talking about her new book, What Your ADHD Child Wises You Knew.  There are many things that I liked about this book. But what I loved about it, is the way it’s framed.  Quotes and brief, personal stories from kids with ADHD are sprinkled throughout, to help us better understand the impact ADHD has on them, and, as you’ll hear, Dr. Saline does not shy away from addressing the emotional impact of ADHD. I greatly enjoyed my conversation with Dr. Saline, and look forward to having more.  I'm certain she'll be back.   Shameless ADHD Essentials Facebook Community Plug:   Join the ADHD Essentials Facebook Community.  Connect with other parents affected by ADHD, get tips on how to manage the disorder, and keep up to date on ADHD Essentials.   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Dr. Saline’s family history with ADHD Solving the right problem, and starting with the problems that overlap Managing technology & your child The importance of getting your kid’s buy-in Dr. Saline’s Five C’s of Parenting Kids with ADHD: self-Control, Compassion, Collaboration, Consistency, Celebration The Importance of Bids in relationships Shame & ADHD Positive vs. Negative Statements Pointing it out when our kids meet our expectations Bedtime conversations ADHD & Friendships Strength-based thinking & Attentive Awareness The vulnerability of ADHD   Guest Links: Dr. Sharon Saline’s Website Dr. Sharon Saline on Facebook Dr. Sharon Saline on Twitter Buy “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew”.   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community      

I’m pretty jazzed about this episode.  One of my goals at the start of this podcast was to get Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants on the show.  Well, Mission Accomplished!  Today’s the day that episode drops. Dav only had about 15 minutes to talk, and was gracious enough to include my sons.  That's right, not only is Dav on the show, but I got to share the mic with my boys for this one!  We recorded last week, and by coincidence, they were home from school due to teacher training.  Which is awesome because they’re the reason I pursued getting him on in the first place.  I am grateful to Dav and his team for helping to make this episode happen.  It will always have a special place for me.   That said...  SHAMELESS PLUG: Regitration fo the On-Line Parent Coaching Groups Ends on MONDAY!   The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups will run two sessions.  One will be on Mondays & Wednesdays at 5:30pm EST and the other session will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12pm, EST.  They run for seven weeks beginning the week on September 16th. Go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/sign-up/to sign up for a free 15-20 minute prescreening call to see if the groups are right for you!  Or go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ for more information.   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Dav’s childhood with ADHD & dyslexia Dav’s struggles in school How Dav’s parents responded to him having ADHD How comics influenced Dav growing up The Secret Origin of Captain Underpants The Secret Origin of DogMan ADHD & Creativity Seeing ADHD as a gift & a different way of thinking   Guest Links: Learn more about Dav at www.scholastic.com/pilkeypower.   Get Dav’s new book, Dogman: Lord of the Fleas athttps://www.scholastic.com/kids/book/lord-of-the-fleas-by-dav-pilkey/   ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community

Today's episode is short and sweet.  I'm flying solo, and talking about the role dopamine plays in ADHD.  I hope you find an insight or two in it!   Shameless ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Ad:   The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays for seven weeks, from Tuesday September 18th through Thursday, November 1st. Go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ for a free 15-20 minute prescreening call to see if its right for you!   In Today’s Episode We Discuss: What is the role of dopamine in ADHD? What the heck is a Dopamine Hunt!?!    ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  ADHD Essentials Homepage Email Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Join Our Facebook Community