Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) describes unbearable pain related to rejection or criticism. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., highlights how heightened sensitivity can intensify conflict in relationships, and how couples can process emotions and foster connection. RSD in Relationships: More Resources Download: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Replay: Strategies for Managing Your Sensitivities in Real Time Self-Test: RSD Symptoms Checklist Read: You Are Enough — Counteracting Imposter Syndrome, Perfectionism, & RSD eBook: The Emotions of ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #524 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/rsd-meaning-impact-relationships-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Penn and Kim Holderness join forces with ADDitude to explore core ADHD strengths such as creativity, curiosity, problem-solving skills, and resilience as we celebrate ADHD Empowerment Month. ADHD Empowerment: More Resources Read: Holderness Family Values: 9 ADHD Truths (with a Side of Laughter) Free Download: All the Best Parts of ADHD Replay: ADHD is Awesome — The Holderness Family Guide to Thriving with ADHD Read: “How My ADHD Makes Me a More Dynamic, Resourceful, Passionate Leader” eBook: Inattentive ADHD in Adults — An Essential Guide to the Underdiagnosed, Undertreated Subtype Access the video and slides for podcast episode #523 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/holderness-family-we-define-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Smart money management eludes ADHD brains for various reasons. Financial planner Otto Rivera teaches us how to short-circuit impulsive spending, reduce debt, and net other small wins on the way to building a financial plan to reach longer-term goals. How to Budget with ADHD: More Resources Download: ADHD-Friendly Budgeting Guide Read: The ADHD Tax Is Draining — Financially and Emotionally Read: “A $400 Adrenaline Rush”: Stories of Impulse Buying with ADHD eBook: Secrets of the ADHD Brain Access the video and slides for podcast episode #522 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-to-budget-impulse-buying-adhd/ This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Navigating students’ emotional dysregulation can be one of the most challenging aspects of classroom management. Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., teaches educators how to engage both proactive and reactive strategies for effectively managing emotional dysregulation. Classroom Management Strategies for Teachers: More Resources Download: Kid-Friendly Mindful Meditation Exercises Sign Up: The ADHD Learning Series for Educators Read: Top Emotion Regulation Difficulties for Youth with ADHD Read: 13 Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies for Educators Today eBook: The Teacher’s Guide to ADHD School Behavior Access the video and slides for podcast episode #521 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/emotional-dysregulation-classroom-behavior-adhd-students/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Professional organizer Tracy McCubbin discusses how to decrease disorganization and conflict over clutter when one—or all—family members have ADHD, including how to decide what to keep and what to toss and how to put things back where they belong. How to Organize a Messy Home with ADHD: More Resources Free Guide: Hoarding Disorder vs. ADHD Clutter Q&A: “Should I Hire a Professional Organizer?” Read: How to Motivate for Cleaning House When You Really Don’t Want To eBook: Declutter Your Life (and Home! and Office!) Access the video and slides for podcast episode #520 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-to-organize-a-messy-home-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

With a focus on understanding and managing time, Sharon Saline, Psy.D., shows you how to collaboratively teach planning and prioritizing in a way that helps kids and teens with ADHD develop the independence needed for success at school. Time Blindness & Executive Function in ADHD Students: More Resources Sign Up: ADHD @ School: A Free Class for Parents Read: Prioritize & Organize with These Planner Pointers Read: Activity Ideas to Hone Brain Skills Read: Teaching Sequence and Schedules eBook: A Parent’s Guide to Effective Routines Access the video and slides for podcast episode #519 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/eisenhower-matrix-how-to-prioritize-plan-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

For decades, ADHD was thought to be a disorder of childhood. Maggie Sibley, Ph.D., presents the latest science behind our modern conceptualization of ADHD across the lifespan, including late-onset and late-identified ADHD and fluctuating symptom severity. ADHD in Adults: More Resources Download: How Common Is ADHD in Adults? Read: Is Adult ADHD Real? Yes — and Still Heavily Stigmatized Read: Why We Need U.S. Guidelines for Adults with ADHD eBook: ADHD After 40: A Guide to Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment Later in Life Access the video and slides for podcast episode #518 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/can-adults-have-adhd-symptoms-diagnosis/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Ann Dolin, M.Ed., explains what a sustainable system looks like and how it can be a game changer for a student with ADHD, plus proven strategies to help your child effectively use a calendar system, maintain organizational routines, and more. Organization System for Students with ADHD: More Resources Sign Up: ADHD @ School: A Free Class for Parents Download: 3 Rules for Organizing Your Child Read: Back-to-School Supplies Every Student with ADHD Needs Read: Be On Time! How to Teach Sequence and Schedules eBook: 7 Core Executive Functions in Children & Teens Access the video and slides for podcast episode #517 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/organization-system-back-to-school-adhd/ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Identifying signs of ADHD in preschool-aged children can be a challenge. Learn how to differentiate between typical development and behaviors that may indicate ADHD during the early childhood years from Alexis Bancroft, Ph.D., and Cynthia Martin, Psy.D. ADHD in Preschool: More Resources Self-Test: ADHD Symptoms in Children Read: Isn’t My 4-Year-Old Too Young to Be Diagnosed With ADHD? Read: “The Day My Hyperactive Toddler Aced His ADHD Test” eBook: A Parent’s Guide to Effective Routines Access the video and slides for podcast episode #516 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/signs-of-adhd-preschool-symptoms/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Children who are quick to anger and lash out may be labeled oppositional or defiant. Ross Greene, Ph.D., introduces his Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) model, which empowers caregivers to rethink challenging behaviors as frustration responses. PDA and ODD: More Resources Download: 10 Rules for Ending Confrontation & Defiance Read: The Facts About ODD and Attention Deficit Read: Back From the Brink: Two Families’ Stories of Oppositional Defiant Disorder eBook: The Parent’s Guide to ADHD Discipline Access the video and slides for podcast episode #515 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/pathological-demand-avoidance-odd-collaborative-proactive-solutions/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., helps professionals with ADHD and employers understand how ADHD impacts work life and shares self-management techniques, accommodations, and organizational strategies that will lead to career success. ADHD in the Workplace: More Resources Download: The Eisenhower Matrix for ADHD Decision-Making Read: How to Foster Neurodiversity in the Workplace Read: The Best Work Schedule for ADHD Brains — Flexible or Rigid? eBook: Getting Things Done with Adult ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #514 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-in-the-workplace-strategies-neurodivergent-adults/ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Moving on from high school is a big transition — especially for students with ADHD who received accommodations because there are no IEPs in higher education. Learn about the process of getting disability services in college from Jillian Lillibridge Heilman, Ph.D. College Accommodations: More Resources Download: What Are Your Teen’s Weakest Executive Functions? Read: 5 Steps to College Accommodations Q&A: “504 Plan vs. IEP — What’s the Gateway to College Accommodations?” Read: 10 Myths About School Laws for ADHD Services Read: 13 Survival Tips from College Graduates with ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #513 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/college-accommodations-adhd-neurodivergent-students/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

From elementary through high school, absenteeism is growing. Alana Cooperman, LCSW, discusses the underlying anxiety that often propels this behavior, how it can present differently, and evidence-based strategies to support students with school refusal behaviors.  School Avoidance & ADHD: More Resources Download: The School Avoidance Alliance’s Free Guide to Working with Your School Enroll: The School Avoidance Alliance’s Master Class for Parents (use discount code: Additude) Share: The School Avoidance Alliance’s Course for Educators (use discount code: Additude) Read: Why School Stress Is Toxic for Our Children Sign Up: Free Back-to-School Master Class from ADDitude Read: 6 Good Reasons to Change Your Child’s School Download: Social Anxiety Facts and Falsehoods Access the video and slides for podcast episode #512 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/school-refusal-avoidance-adhd-students/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Karen Saporito, Ph.D., explains the ways in which ADHD and autism overlap and how they can present differently in children and adults, and across genders — including why autism is so easily missed and misdiagnosed, especially in girls and women, and the consequences of that. ADHD & Autism: More Resources Sign Up: The Clinicians’ Guide to Differential Diagnosis of ADHD Self-Test Video: What Does Autism Look Like in Adults? Read: Signs of Autism in Women with ADHD Read: An Open Conversation with Temple Grandin, Autism Advocate Access the video and slides for podcast episode #511 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/audhd-adhd-autism-women-girls/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

A cluttered, disorganized living environment is as common as it is unsettling for many people who have ADHD. Michael A. Tompkins, Ph.D., helps us understand how to discern clutter versus hoarding and teaches practical strategies to decrease disorganization. Hoarding vs. ADHD Clutter: More Resources Download: Your Guide to Hoarding Disorder vs. ADHD Clutter Get: Declutter Your Life (and Home! and Office!) Read: What Does Hoarding Disorder Look Like? Read: How to Motivate for Cleaning House When You Really Don’t Want to Access the video and slides for podcast episode #510 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/hoarding-disorder-clutter-adhd-strategies/ This ADHD Experts podcast episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Children and teens with ADHD are more likely to be bullied than their neurotypical peers, and this bullying can physically harm their brains. Jennifer Fraser, Ph.D., shares strategies that can help children cope with bullies, and allow their brains to heal. Bullying, Trauma, and ADHD: More Resources Download: Secrets of the ADHD Brain Get: The ADHD Guide to Making & Keeping Friends Read: 13 Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies for Educators Today Read: How to Protect Your Child From Cyberbullying Access the video and slides for podcast episode #509 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/ptsd-bullying-adhd-brain-effects/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Timothy Wilens, M.D., discusses new medications approved for ADHD and strategies to manage hard-to-treat and complex ADHD (attention deficit disorder plus at least one comorbid condition), including the use of a stimulant and nonstimulant medication. Treating Complex ADHD: More Resources Download: 2024 Scorecard of ADHD Treatments Sign Up: The Clinicians’ Guide to Treating Complex ADHD Read: Treatment Troubleshooting Guide for Patients Replay: "Substance Use Disorder and ADHD: Safe, Effective Treatment Options," with Dr. Timothy Wilens Access the video and slides for podcast episode #508 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/combination-therapy-comorbid-adhd-anxiety-depression/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, helps caregivers understand how lagging social executive function skills and social anxiety present in tween and teen boys with ADHD and shares evidence-based strategies to help boys connect with peers and develop real-life friendships. Social Skills in Boys with ADHD: More Resources Get: The ADHD Guide to Making & Keeping Friends Replay: "Raising Socially Smart Tweens & Teens," with Ryan Wexelblatt Read: Understanding the Role of Anxiety in Children with ADHD Q&A: “My Teen Wants ‘Cool Kid’ Friends, or None at All” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #507 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/why-cant-i-make-friends-boys-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Many women with ADHD experience what feels like premenstrual syndrome (PMS) — on steroids. Symptoms include severe sadness, irritability, fatigue, and physical discomfort. Dara Abraham, D.O., delves into the intricate interplay between PMDD and ADHD. PMDD and ADHD: More Resources Download: Menstrual Cycle Tracking Log Self-Test: Do You Have PMDD? Read: PMDD, Autism, and ADHD — The Hushed Comorbidity Get: How Hormones, Symptoms & Late Diagnoses Impact Females Access the video and slides for podcast episode #506 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/pmdd-symptoms-women-adhd-link/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Kim and Penn of the Holderness Family discuss themes from their new book, ADHD is Awesome, including how to reframe your ADHD traits, why boredom is so difficult for ADHD brains, and how to embrace routine while remaining zany and fun. Living with ADHD: More Resources Download: How to Build a Dopamine Menu Get: Your Complete ADHD Guide Read: 9 ADHD Myths That Perpetuate Stigma Read: The Positives of ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #505 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/holderness-family-guide-adhd-is-awesome/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Mariely Hernandez, Ph.D., helps caregivers understand the effects of infrequent and frequent cannabis use on cognition and sleep health in teens with ADHD, as well as how to engage youth in reducing problematic cannabis use. Teens with ADHD, Sleep, and Substance Use Disorder: More Resources Download: Sleep Disorders Linked to ADHD Get: The Parents’ Guide to Raising a Teen with ADHD Learn: SUD Risk Is Elevated by ADHD Q&A: “My Teen is Smoking Marijuana and Changing Before My Eyes. What Do I Do?” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #504 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/weed-adhd-symptoms-sleep-teens/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Some individuals with ADHD take longer to achieve independence than do their peers. Anthony Rostain, M.D., offers practical advice to parents who are struggling to support their 20-something kids during the prolonged transition known as emerging adulthood. ADHD in Emerging Adulthood: More Resources Download: Questions to Get Your Child Talking Get: 7 Core Executive Functions in Children & Teens Read: 5 Critical Life Skills That Build Independence & Confidence Read: “Stop Trying to Fix Everything!” Scripts for Reflective Listening Access the video and slides for podcast episode #503 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/emerging-adulthood-adhd-young-adult-living-skills/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Learn about new and ongoing research about the safety and efficacy of psychedelic drugs like psilocybin, ketamine, MDMA, and LSD to treat mood disorders and other conditions from Adrian Jacques H. Ambrose, M.D. Treatment for Mood Disorders: More Resources Download: Solving the Bipolar and ADHD Puzzle Self-Test: Depression in Adults Read: Mental Health’s Psychedelic Revolution Get: 9 Conditions Often Diagnosed with ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #502 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/psychedelic-therapy-for-mood-disorders/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

When you have a big report to write or taxes to file... do you opt to mow the lawn or clean the bathroom instead? As J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., finds, this is a common procrastination pattern for adults with ADHD. Learn how to outwit "procrastivity" and stop keeping yourself busy with tasks that don't move you toward your larger goals or priorities. Procrastivity and ADHD: More Resources Download: The ADHD Healthy Habits Handbook Replay: How CBT and ADHD Coaching Help Adults Manage Their Symptoms Naturally, with Dr. Russell Ramsay Self-Test: How Seriously Do You Procrastinate? Read: Why the ADHD Brain Chooses the Less Important Task Access the video and slides for podcast episode #501 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/productive-procrastination-adhd-procrastivity/ This ADHD Experts podcast episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Join Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., to learn about the symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders, how to distinguish them from ADHD and normal child and adolescent development, and how the conditions impact each other when they coexist. Depression, Anxiety, & ADHD in Teens: More Resources Download: A Parent’s Guide to Depression in Teens Replay: "The ADHD-Depression Connection in Adults," with Dr. Roberto Olivardia Learn: Why Anxiety Disorder Is So Often Misdiagnosed Q&A: New Approaches to Treating Depression and ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #500 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/teen-depression-anxiety-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

David W. Goodman, M.D., discusses the emerging research on ADHD after age 50, including the disorder's possible association with dementia, the diagnostic process, and safe treatment options for older adults. ADHD in Older Adults: More Resources Download: What Your Doctor Needs to Know About ADHD in Older Adults Read: “I Feared I Had Alzheimer’s. It Turns Out It Was Undiagnosed ADHD.” Read: First-Ever Adult ADHD Guidelines Forthcoming Replay: The Science Behind Diagnosing and Treating ADHD in Older Adults, with Dr. David Goodman Access the video and slides for podcast episode #499 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-in-adults-symptoms-after-50/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

College prep looks different for teens with ADHD, who may lag behind in independent living skills and college readiness. Laura Barr, M.Ed., provides a clear roadmap for teens and parents, including milestones, practical steps, and launch and college timeline checklists. College Prep for ADHD Brains: More Resources Download: How to Get ADHD Accommodations in College Get: The Parents’ Guide to Raising a Teen with ADHD Read: College Packing List for ADHD Undergrads Read: Half of College Kids Stop Taking Their ADHD Medication. Make Sure Your Teen Isn’t One of Them. Access the video and slides for podcast episode #498 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/college-prep-teen-readiness-adhd/ This ADHD Experts podcast episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, Ph.D., explains what makes a relationship toxic and how to identify the signs, why adolescents with ADHD are at particularly high risk, and how to support teens through ending and recovering from an unhealthy relationship. Teen Relationships: More Resources Download: Questions to Get Your Child Talking Replay: Gaslighting, Love Bombing & Beyond, by Stephanie Sarkis Read: ADHD Teens and Dating — Relationship Advice for Parents Read: “How Toxic Relationship Residue Poisoned My Love Life” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #497 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/toxic-relationships-teens-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Interrupting conversations. Appearing not to listen. Revealing too much personal information. Making friends as an adult with ADHD is hard for all these reasons and more. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., explains how to overcome common social traps. How to Make Friends as an Adult with ADHD: More Resources Download: The ADHD Friendship Guide for Adults Self-Test: 10 Questions That Reveal Toxic Behaviors Read: 3 Common ADHD Friendship Challenges Read: “How I’m Teaching My ADHD Brain to Listen” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #496 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-to-make-friends-adult-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Black children and adults with ADHD are less likely to receive an accurate diagnosis and treatment due to structural racism, socioeconomic inequalities, and stigma. Napoleon Higgins, M.D., explains how we can start addressing these racial disparities in health care. Healthy Equity in ADHD: More Resources Get: 2024 Scorecard of ADHD Treatments Read: The Ongoing Work of Normalizing ADHD in BIPOC Communities Read: Why We Must Achieve Equitable ADHD Care for African American and Latinx Children Download: How Common Is ADHD in Adults? Access the video and slides for podcast episode #495 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/health-equity-adhd-diagnosis-treatment/ This ADHD Experts podcast episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Despite being serious mental health conditions, and highly comorbid with ADHD, eating disorders often go undetected. Christine Peat, Ph.D., helps caregivers and others understand symptoms and treatments for different types of eating disorders. Eating Disorders: More Resources Get: The Eating Disorders Linked to ADHD Self-Test: Eating Disorders in Adults Read: Body Image, Bigorexia, and Eating Disorders in Men and Boys Read: Red Flags and Recovery Steps for Teens Access the video and slides for podcast episode #494 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/eating-disorders-adhd-arfid-anorexia/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Brandon Slade provides educators with the tools they need to teach crucial executive function (EF) skills. While EFs lag in many children with ADHD and learning differences, integrating EF support strategies will help all students in your classroom. Executive Function Skills for Students: More Resources Self-Test: Could Your Child Have an Executive Function Deficit? Read: A Classroom Exercise That Teaches Self-Advocacy and Celebrates Differences Get: The Ultimate Executive Function Guide Read: The Misconceptions That Stifle Students with ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #493 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/executive-function-skills-educators-guide/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., highlights the behaviors linked to ADHD — procrastination, risk-taking, aiming for perfection, people-pleasing, etc. — that hold us back, and how to interrupt this self-defeating cycle with new habits that lift us up. Self-Sabotage with ADHD: More Resources Read: 10 Corrosive Thoughts That Are Holding You Back Download: Scripts to Manage Anger & Reactivity Get: The Emotions of ADHD Read: 6 Pieces of Life Advice from ADHD Coaches Access the video and slides for podcast episode #492 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/self-sabotage-perfectionism-procrastination-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

YouTube Powerhouse Jessica McCabe will discuss themes from her book, How to ADHD, including navigating a world not built for the neurodivergent brain, the economic cost of not treating ADHD, how she’s learned to pay attention to time, and more. Living with ADHD: More Resources Download: The Ages & Stages of ADHD Sign Up: 5-Week Guide to Building Healthier Habits Read: ADHD Needs a Better Name. We Have One. Read: “Happily Neurodivergent — at Last” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #491 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-to-adhd-jessica-mccabe/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Caregivers in the "sandwich generation" face added demands and stress when managing ADHD in themselves, their children, and their aging parents. Danna McDonald, RMFT-SQ, RSW, shares strategies to address these challenges. Sandwich Generation Stress: More Resources Symptom Test: 10 Questions to Reveal Parental Burnout Read: Never Good Enough: The Emotional Toll of Motherhood Understand: The Genetic Underpinnings of ADHD Understand: Epigenetics and ADHD: The Impacts of Environment, Lifestyle, and Stress Blog Post: “Let Me Tell You How ADHD Runs in My Family” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #490 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/sandwich-generation-stress-how-to-manage-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Sharon Saline, Psy.D., helps young adults with ADHD, and their parents, understand the unique challenges of 'adulting' with ADHD, including treatment adherence/cessation, independent living skills, emotional wellness, and signs of risky behavior. The Young Adult’s Guide to ADHD: More Resources Symptom Test: Could Your Teen Have an Executive Function Disorder? Read: 5 Life Skills Every Young Adult with ADHD Should (Eventually) Master eBook: The Parents’ Guide to Raising a Teen with ADHD Read: “Mom and Dad, I’m Moving Back Home” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #489 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/young-adult-guide-living-with-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Lotta Borg Skoglund, M.D., Ph.D., presents an overview of the special challenges facing girls with ADHD, from anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation from fluctuating hormones during puberty to unrlenting social expectations. ADHD Symptoms in Girls: More Resources Symptom Test: Common (and Commonly Overlooked) Signs of ADHD in Girls Read: 5 Things Every Doctor (and Parent) Should Know about Girls and ADHD eBook: Women with ADHD — How Hormones, Symptoms & Late Diagnoses Impact Females Read: Stop the Cycle of Shame for Girls with ADHD Access the video and slides for podcast episode #488 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-symptoms-in-girls-emotional-dysregulation/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that takes hold during the dark winter months — and these “winter blues” are more common among people with ADHD. Learn about SAD symptoms and treatments from J.J. Sandra Kooij, M.D., Ph.D. Seasonal Affective Disorder: More Resources: Read: Seasonal Affective Disorder and the ADHD Brain Get: The Free Healthy Habits Handbook from ADDitude Read: 6 Ways to Overcome Winter Depression Self-Test: Could You Have Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome? Access the video and slides for podcast episode #487 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/seasonal-affective-disorder-depression-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Hope is the belief that our future can be better than our past—and that we can make that future a reality. Join Chan M. Hellman, Ph.D., to explore the science of hope, and learn how its core components can be used to achieve goals and regulate emotions. A Hopeful New Year: More Resources: Free Download: Your January 2024 Calendar of Small Goals That Add Up Get: The Free Healthy Habits Handbook from ADDitude Read: An Unusual New Year’s Guidebook for People Who Think Different Read: From Denial to Hope: My Son’s ADHD Diagnosis Journey Access the video and slides for podcast episode #486 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/hopeful-science-of-hope-goals-self-regulation/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

As Tracy Otsuka explains, typical approaches to getting things done often don’t work for ADHD brains. Learn how to recognize your strengths and use them to create customized strategies that resonate with who you already are. New Year, New Habits: More Resources: Free Download: Your January 2024 Calendar of Small Goals That Add Up Get: The Free Healthy Habits Handbook from ADDitude Read: How to Finally Overcome Procrastination (and Get Things Done in 2024) Read: 4 Ways to Make New Behaviors Stick Read: The Antidote to ADHD Fatigue and Exhaustion? Stacking Habits (and Spoons) Access the video and slides for this podcast episode #485 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/new-year-new-habits-adhd-brain/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Jeanette Wasserstein, Ph.D., discusses the role of estrogen in cognition; cognitive changes during the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and menopause; the impact of menopause on ADHD; and more about the challenges of hormone fluctuation during the life cycle. More Resources on Hormones & ADHD Download: Your Guide to Menopause & ADHD Read: How the Menstrual Cycle Intensifies ADHD Symptoms Read: What We Know, What Research Is Needed Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/hormonal-fluctuations-lifespan-women-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Exhaustion and anxiety are common byproducts of ADHD in females who are constantly juggling busy work and family schedules. Kate Moryoussef explains how to break the burnout cycle and harness self-awareness and self-compassion to live life on your terms. More Resources on Preventing ADHD Burnout Read: Rising from the Burnout – A Recovery Kit for Women with ADHD Self-Test: Am I Burnt Out? Download: The ADHD Healthy Habits Handbook Read: ADHD Is Different in Women eBook: Women with ADHD – How Hormones, Symptoms, Relationships, and Late Diagnosis Impact Females Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-burnout-chronic-stress-women/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Up to 40 percent of children with ADHD also experience symptoms of cognitive disengagement syndrome (CDS). Learn about similarities and differences between CDS and ADHD, as well as evidence-based treatments, from Joseph Fredrick, Ph.D. Free Resources on Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome and ADHD: Download: Understand Why You Can’t Sleep Read: What Is Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome? Read: What Is Inattentive ADHD? Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/cognitive-disengagement-syndrome-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Historically, parenting leaned heavily on punitive approaches. But, as Caroline Mendel, Psy.D., shares, research indicates that balancing warmth with limit-setting is important to raising well-adjusted children, especially when a child is neurodivergent. Free Resources on Parenting Neurodivergent Children: Download: The ADHD Library for Parents Read: How Praise Triggers Better Control in the ADHD Brain Read: Sample Routines for Kids with ADHD Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/best-parenting-styles-neurodivergent-children/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

James Morton, Ph.D., presents research on the gut-brain axis that's shedding light on the development of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and describes current efforts in developing microbiome-based therapies. Free Resources on the Human Microbiome and Autism: Download: Checklist of Autism Symptoms Read: GI Problems Linked to Underlying Anxiety in Youth with ASD Read: More Than Picky Eating Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/gut-brain-axis-development-of-autism/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

ADHD makes it harder to convert intentions into actions. Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA, outlines a more useful way of thinking about executive functions that involves tweaking your environment, choosing the right tools, and other ways to externalize EFs. Free Resources on Executive Functions and ADHD: Download: Is It Executive Function Disorder? Read: 7 Deficits Tied to ADHD Read: ADHD Minds Are Trapped in Now (& Other Time Management Truths) Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/executive-function-strategies-time-memory-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., discusses why neurodivergent adults often have a history of relationship struggles, why it's common to adopt people-pleasing behaviors (and why this ultimately backfires), and how to be more authentic in your friendships. Free Resources on Adult Friendship and ADHD: Download: Become a Small-Talk Superstar Read: “I’m Sorry — What Were You Saying?” Read: Where Does ‘Introvert’ End and Social Anxiety Begin? Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-to-make-friends-rejection-sensitivity-adhd-adults/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Depression and ADHD frequently co-occur. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of depression and differentiate it from typical sadness, plus current treatments and supportive strategies for caregivers, from Karen L. Swartz, M.D.  Free Resources on Depression in Teens: Download: A Parent’s Guide to Major Depressive Disorder Read: AAP Recommends Mental Health Screening for All U.S. Youth Read: Is My Child’s Distress Normal? Or Do We Need Help Get the Depression Newsletter: Sign up to receive expert insights about depression, personal stories, and more from WebMD Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/depression-in-teens-adolescent-symptoms/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Rejection sensitive dysphoria refers to unbearable feelings of pain following an actual or perceived rejection — and it is almost ubiquitous with ADHD. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., explains how RSD manifests, and strategies for managing emotional sensitivity. Free Resources on RSD and ADHD: Download: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Read: Challenging the Fallacy of “Not Good Enough” Read: Rejection Sensitivity Is Worse for Girls and Women with ADHD Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/emotional-dysregulation-rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-toolkit/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Kids with ADHD are better able to focus on schoolwork when the home they live in is organized and conducive to learning. But that order is tricky to achieve when caregivers have ADHD too. Learn strategies that work from Ann Dolin, M.Ed. Free Resources on Motivating Students with ADHD Download: Transform Your Teen’s Apathy Into Engagement Read: Your Child’s 7 Executive Functions — and How to Boost Them Read: Same Family, Different ADHD Symptoms Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/lack-of-motivation-organization-adhd-students/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Stigma, myths about ADHD, historical mistrust of the medical community, and a shortage of clinicians of color all contribute to challenges around adequate care in communities of color. Learn more from Evelyn Polk Green, M.S.Ed. Free Resources on Health Equity & ADHD: Download: How to Prepare for Your ADHD Evaluation Read: Why ADHD Is Different for People of Color Read: We Need to Talk About ADHD Stigma in BIPOC Communities Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/health-equity-racial-disparities-adhd-diagnosis-treatment/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

ADHD is likely influenced by both genetics and the environment, starting before birth. Charlotte Cecil, Ph.D., shares insights from early research involving ADHD and epigenetics, and what the future may hold in terms of potential clinical applications. Free Resources on Epigenetics & ADHD: Download: Is It Adult ADHD? Read: The Impacts of Environment, Lifestyle, and Stress Read: Prenatal and Early Life Risk Factors Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/genetics-environment-epigenetics-risk-factors-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.  

Given the prevalence of ADHD, every educator should assume they’ll be teaching at least one student with the condition. Evelyn Polk Green, M.S.Ed., highlights myths about ADHD, and the facts and accommodations teachers need to know. Free Resources on Teaching Students with ADHD: Download: “The ADHD Iceberg” Poster for School Read: 7 Surprising Ways ADHD Shows Up in the Classroom Read: How to Get Students Engaged in Learning Email Series: The ADHD Learning Series for Educators Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/what-educators-dont-know-about-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Lawrence Amsel, M.D., explains the unique challenges primary care providers and mental health clinicians face when engaging and treating patients with depression, and how to build trust and improve communication and outcomes. Free Resources on Depression Treatment Barriers: Download: How to Recognize and Treat Depression Self-Test: Depression in Adults Read: ADHD and Trauma: Untangling Causes, Symptoms & Treatments Read: How to Close the Depression Treatment Gap for Teens Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/depression-treatment-barriers-challenges-for-clinicians/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Studies suggest that ADHD increases the risk for postpartum depression. PPD may also exacerbate ADHD and can impact the wellbeing of the entire family. Jayne Singer, Ph.D., provides an overview of symptoms and treatment options. Free Resources on Postpartum Depression: Download: Free Guide to Hormones and ADHD in Women Self-Test: Signs of Postpartum Depression Read: ADHD Increases Risk for Postpartum Depression, Anxiety Read: Bringing Up Baby: Motherhood with ADHD Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/postpartum-depression-mental-health-women-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Laura Barr, M.Ed., counsels caregivers and neurodivergent college-bound students on factors to consider during a college search and how to make the process much less stressful for applicants with executive functioning challenges. Free Resources on ADHD in College: Download: Securing ADHD Accommodations in College Read: The College Packing List for ADHD Undergrads Read: 13 Survival Tips from College Graduates with ADHD Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/college-applications-guide-neurodivergent-students-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Peter Jensen, M.D., reviews the current research involving genetic and environmental factors associated with ADHD and discusses the scientific advances we may see in the next decade or more, including the diagnosis of more subtypes and novel treatments. Free Resources on ADHD Research, Diagnosis, and Treatment: Download: How Common Is ADHD in Adults? Read: The Buzz Around Neuroimaging Read: The History of ADHD and Its Treatment Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/what-causes-adhd-advances-research-diagnosis-treatment/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Twice exceptional students may perform above average in some areas and below average in others. Mary Ruth Coleman, Ph.D., discusses how to identify students who are 2e and understand their unique hurdles to help them cope with stress and avoid burnout. Free Resources on Twice Exceptionality: Download: “An Introduction Letter to My Teacher” Read: What Does Twice Exceptional Even Mean? Read: High Expectations — Stories of 2e Students Desperately Seeking Support Access the video and slides for this episode here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/signs-of-burnout-twice-exceptional-2e-students-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Merriam Sarcia Saunders, LMFT, highlights the unique developmental and emotional needs parents of neurodivergent children must consider during and after divorce, including talking to the child, custody scheduling, and keeping treatment consistent.

Temple Grandin, Ph.D., talks about her journey growing up with autism in an era when children were routinely institutionalized following a diagnosis — and what helped her to follow her passions to world renown.

Students who have ADHD and other executive functioning deficits are often misunderstood by educators. Brandon Slade shares research involving EF skills development and actionable supports that can help neurodivergent students succeed academically.

"Functional organization" involves embracing your stage of life in the way you organize. Lisa Woodruff explains why and how to do this, sharing practical, easy-to-implement ideas for your kitchen, bedrooms, workspaces, and more. NOTE: The original version of this presentation included on-screen props. You can access the supplemental materials, including the video, at additudemag.com/webinars.

Learn why ADHD is routinely under-diagnosed in African-American children due to stigma, mistrust of the medical community, and other factors from Cheryl Hamilton, Ed.D. — and how untreated ADHD increases risk for poor academic and social outcomes.

Gregory A. Fabiano, Ph.D., teaches teachers how the core features of ADHD are magnified by classroom expectations, the limitations of traditional approaches, and strategies and supports educators can use to help students with ADHD flourish.

Sex therapist Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA, and Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D., discuss how ADHD can take a toll on your sex life and relationship, common flashpoints, how ADHD treatment helps, and other strategies couples can use to improve intimacy and trust.

Alan P. Brown discusses the unique presentation of ADHD in men, from being quick to anger and prone to outbursts to feeling shame and embarrassment about lack of career advancement, plus ways men with ADHD can navigate these challenges.

Teens with ADHD are more likely to be bullied due to missing social cues, academic struggles, difficulty making friends, and more—and the effects can be devastating. Rosanna Breaux, Ph.D., helps parents identify bullying and shares strategies to prevent it.

The answer to this question is not always clear. Clinical Army psychologist Brandi Walker, Ph.D., explains current recruitment requirements for people with ADHD, military policies regarding ADHD medications, and how a military environment can affect ADHD brains.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is highly comorbid with ADHD. Learn about symptoms of mood disorders, how they co-exist with ADHD, and about new and alternative treatments for depression from Nelson M. Handal, M.D., DFAPA.

Teen drivers with ADHD face an outsized risk for motor vehicle accidents. Annie Artiga Garner, Ph.D., discusses factors that contribute to this risk, and factors that lessen it — as well as practical tips for navigating this developmental milestone.

Pregnancy is exciting, but can also be especially overwhelming for those with ADHD. Allison Baker, M.D., shares what we know about the benefits and risks of stimulant use while pregnant and nursing, and how to manage the demands of early motherhood.

Though BFRBs are relatively common, people struggling with them often feel ashamed and misunderstood. Suzanne Mouton-Odum, Ph.D., shares current best practice treatment approaches, and how caregivers can lovingly support a child with a BFRB.

If you are raising a grandchild with ADHD, you are not alone in your joys — or struggles. Caroline Mendel, Psy.D., shares evidence-based strategies for managing routines, behavior, screen time, and more.

Video games, social media, and technology in general are designed to be addictive. Jeremy Edge, LPC, explains why this can be particularly problematic for adolescents with ADHD, and how to instill healthy screen habits in your teen.

Coaching experts Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster share the five most important independent living skills every teen or young adult with ADHD needs before they venture out to try "adulting" on their own.

Dawn Brown, M.D., teaches adults with ADHD how they can use sports psychology techniques to maintain focus, prioritize winning, and overcome the daily challenges associated with the condition.

Howard Glasser developed the Nurtured Heart Approach for intense, challenging children who don't respond to conventional parenting methods. Learn more about this parent behavior training program that has been said to transform "difficult" behavior.

As ADDitude celebrates 25 years, David Anderson, Ph.D., discusses advances in the diagnosis & treatment of ADHD over the past decades, our understanding of the science of ADHD — and how this has been helped and hindered by media and societal narratives.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by emotional dysregulation, an unstable self-image, and interpersonal problems — all symptoms associated with ADHD as well. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., explores the link and recommended treatments.

Kristin Seymour, MSN, RN, teaches parents age-specific strategies to help build focus and motivation at home and at school, and how create daily routines to help neurodivergent kids get and stay organized, wake without a fight, and more.

Sharon Saline, Psy.D., answers your questions about working with your triggers, choosing words and actions intentionally, recovering from blow-ups, and making meaningful amends, drawing on tools from CBT, brain science, mindfulness, and more.

Wondering whether to disclose to your employer that you have ADHD, autism, a learning disorder, or another so-called "invisible disability"? Jessica Hicksted, Ph.D., discusses how to approach disclosure and cultivate acceptance in the workplace.

Summer camp can be a rewarding and confidence-building experience for youth with ADHD—as long as the camp is prepared to provide adequate support. Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, covers what to consider when selecting a summer program, questions to ask, and more.

Many romantic relationships touched by ADHD are marked by misunderstandings and emotional outbursts. Effective communication skills, however, can be learned. Melissa Orlov teaches strategies that will resolve conflict with your partner.

People with ADHD face an elevated risk for substance use disorder (SUD), and the stimulants that are prescribed for ADHD are also commonly misused. Timothy Wilens, M.D., discusses interventions for people with ADHD and a history of substance abuse.

After New Year's, kids with ADHD often wish for things to be different at school—but don't know how to make that happen. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., shares the secret, which focuses on building strategies & routines rather than achieving big, unattainable goals.

Walt Karniski, M.D., discusses the history of ADHD medication, how it works, long-term effects, and how to choose the best treatment for your child from the more than 40 possible options.

Does your teen lack motivation—especially for boring or challenging tasks? Sharon Saline, Psy.D., shares time-management & organizational strategies, and how to develop the accountability and autonomy that will foster success in school and in life.

Each New Year is an exciting time to set new goals — until our enthusiasm wanes. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., teaches us how to formulate a plan and develop a toolbox of strategies to help us combat procrastination and stick with our new habits and routine.

Irritability commonly occurs alongside ADHD, but, as William French, M.D., explains, sometimes emotion regulation difficulties (ERD) indicate something more. Learn about mood disorders and steps you can take to help a child experiencing ERD.

Dozens of digital therapeutics—also referred to as neurotechnologies or digital medicine—are being developed and marketed. Randy Kulman, Ph.D., provides an overview of this new tech that uses video games, apps, and virtual reality to treat ADHD symptoms.

ADHD may be hereditary, but Joel Nigg, Ph.D., shares emerging research showing that environmental exposures can affect how genes are expressed. While stress and trauma can worsen learning & behavior challenges, certain lifestyle changes can lessen the harm.

Dena Cabrera, Psy.D., CEDS, and Megan Kniskern, R.D., discuss how to help teens with eating disorders build healthier nutrition habits, including how to address binge eating and anorexia, and how to know when a teen needs professional help.

Different thinkers require different strategies for getting things done (GTD) on the job. Linda Walker, PCC, shares workarounds that can help people with ADHD stay focused, communicate, meet deadlines, and reach peak productivity at work.

When deficits in executive functioning and motivation cause stress, many teens with ADHD check out. Maggie Sibley, Ph.D., teaches parents how to teach skills to compensate for EF challenges and how to build their teens' motivation and confidence.

ADHD often impacts social skills, which can lead to peer rejection. But we can change this. Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S., shares how parents can work collaboratively with kids to rehabilitate their image, and how to enlist help from teachers.

Reports of eating disorders have risen alarmingly in the last three years. In this conversation and Q&A, Dena Cabrera, Psy.D., CEDS, discusses the link with ADHD, how to recognize eating disorders, how to talk about body image with teens, and more.

As Linda Roggli, PCC, explains, ADHD is more than the sum of its parts. Rather than a collection of symptoms that can be compartmentalized and treated to mitigate their impact on school or work, ADHD is a 24/7 companion that impacts every aspect of our being.

People with ADHD may experience emotional flooding (whether fear, anger, etc.) and say or do things we later regret. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., teaches us how to identify and work with our triggers and make intentional choices about words and actions.

Research shows that ADHD can delay a young person's maturation and executive functioning by as much as three years, complicating the leap to middle school (or high school, or college). Chris Zeigler Dendy, M.S., offers strategies to smooth the transition.

Time management is a crucial life skill. People with ADHD know this, but struggle to hit deadlines and get places on time. Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA, explains how ADHD impacts the way you see time, and shares strategies to manage time more effectively.

2e, or twice exceptional, students are undeniably bright, but often plagued by inconsistent performance due to interfering symptoms from ADHD or another diagnosis. Learn how to help 2e students strive and thrive from Lisa Dieker, Ph.D., and Joshua Dieker.

Children who have ADHD are at an increased risk for developing chronic tic disorders, including Tourette syndrome. John Piacentini, Ph.D., presents an overview of symptoms, co-occurring conditions, and treatment and behavioral interventions.

ADHD evaluations can be time-intensive and expensive, so it’s important to be educated about what options exist and what to expect. Norrine Russell, Ph.D., gives parents the questions they need to ask during and after the process.

Punishment may keep a child with ADHD on task in the short term, but it may carry serious long-term consequences for children with weak emotional regulation. Gail Tripp, Ph.D., shares positive reinforcement strategies to use at school and at home.

Have you incurred late fees on bills? Went to buy sneakers and came home with a kayak? Had to replace misplaced items? Rick Webster explains how emotions underlie spending decisions, and strategies to overcome financial obstacles caused by ADHD.

Does your child have a hard time with friends? Should you step in? And do what? As parents know, there is a fine line between interfering and supporting. Learn how to coach your kids toward greater social skills from Caroline Maguire, PCC, M.Ed.

The clutter that accompanies ADHD is often confused with a hoarding disorder. Learn the guidelines for diagnosing hoarding disorder, the link with ADHD, and treatment best practices from Carolyn I. Rodriguez, M.D., Ph.D., and Randy O. Frost, Ph.D.

Linda Charmaraman, Ph.D., shares what research tells us about social media use and mental health among kids and teens, including the elevated risk for depression, anxiety, self-harm, and more adverse outcomes among neurodivergent youth.

For students with anxiety, a new school year may elicit excessive worry and fear. If left unchecked, these anxieties can interfere with learning, growth, and happiness. Learn from Beverley Holden Johns how to identify and address a student's anxiety.

Lifestyle changes may help to manage ADHD symptoms in children, according to research. Sanford Newmark, M.D., offers tips on building healthy exercise and nutrition, time in nature, screen time management, and more into your child's day.

Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., will guide parents in sharing information about ADHD and their child's strengths with the teacher. Educators will learn how to support their students. And parents and teachers will learn how to communicate openly and collaborate.

Maladaptive dreaming (MD) is gaining scientific recognition, though it is not yet a psychiatric diagnosis. Nirit Soffer-Dudek, Ph.D., defines the condition and highlights similiarities to and differences from the mind-wandering seen with ADHD.

Sheryl Morelli, M.D., Leslie F. Graham, MSW, & Douglas Russell, M.D., explain the integrated care model for ADHD—when primary care providers, behavioral health professionals, and school officials collaborate—and how it improves outcomes.

Some research and plenty of anecdotal evidence suggests that people with ADHD may be more vulnerable to toxic relationships. Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D., explains why — and how to avoid being a target of gaslighting, love bombing, or other emotional abuse.

Emotional dysregulation is a core facet of ADHD, and is exacerbated by the elevated stress and trauma youth today are experiencing. Learn how to recognize and de-escalate your child or teen's strong reactions from William Dodson, M.D.

Children with ADHD often display low self-esteem and a general sense of pessimism. Robert Brooks, Ph.D., discusses how parents & professionals can counter these feelings with a strength-based approach that highlights a youngster’s "islands of competence."

Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., explains how trauma, stress, anxiety, and fear can disrupt and delay brain development, and what caregivers can do at home to help a child or teen move forward and avoid long-term adverse impacts on health, learning, and more.

How can patients know whether they’re getting quality online care for ADHD that is safe and effective? Maggie Sibley, Ph.D., explores best practices in the diagnosis and treatment of adult ADHD and in the delivery of telehealth and teletherapy.

ADHD can complicate the father-child relationship. Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., discusses how dads with and without ADHD can set a calmer tone at home, distinguish between a reason and an excuse in terms of ADHD and behavior, improve their relationship, & more.

Today's youth are facing a mental health crisis fed, in part, by a string of horrific school shootings & the ongoing trauma of the pandemic. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., helps parents talk with neurodivergent kids and keep them safe without increasing anxiety.

About half of people with ADHD also have a learning disorder, the most common of which is the language-based LD dyslexia. Learn about key signs of ADHD and dyslexia, similarities and differences, and effective interventions from Cheryl Chase, Ph.D.

Sarah Cheyette, M.D., shines a light on the connection between migraine headaches and ADHD, explains factors that may lead to or worsen headaches in people with and without ADHD, and women in particular, and shares strategies to reduce or stop migraines.

Anxiety is the most common mental health concern among children and teens, and it is not something they outgrow. Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D., discusses how to identify anxiety, what can worsen kids’ worries and associated behaviors, and strategies that help.

Public school, private school, parochial school, charter school, homeschool, or tutors? Kathy Kuhl discusses the pros and cons of different school options, factors to consider, and how to determine which one is best for your child and your family.

Parenting a child with ADHD can be stressful — especially if the parent also has the condition. Andrea Chronis-Tuscano, Ph.D., teaches mothers how to manage the challenges specific to households with ADHD and how to promote own emotional health.

The ability to regulate emotions exists on a continuum, and teens with ADHD are twice as likely as their neurotypical peers to struggle with emotional dysregulation. Learn evidence-based interventions proven to help from Ellen Littman, Ph.D.

Math and writing are often difficult subjects for students with ADHD because both require extensive working memory. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., shares research-based math study skills, how to help your child get their thoughts down on paper, and more.

The vast majority of adults who start ADHD medication stop taking it within a year. The reasons have to do with the nature of ADHD itself or the myths surrounding medication. William Dodson, M.D., offers strategies for consistent symptom management.

As Sharon Saline, Psy.D., explains, many adults with ADHD hold back from participating in the relationships they truly desire due to fears of embarrassment or rejection. Learn to participate in social situations with more confidence, manage RSD, and more.

Parenting a child with ADHD and sensory processing disorder (SPD) requires an understanding of the child's needs. Candace Peterson, M.S., OTRL, teaches parents how to determine their child's sensory profile and equips them with tools that will help.

ADHD is more than an attention disorder. It impacts our executive functions, and deficits in this area can negatively impact communication. Learn practical solutions for communicating with greater clarity and less reactivity from Mark Bertin, M.D.

Middle-aged women with ADHD face all the typical challenges of aging, plus a wide range of ADHD-related complications. Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., helps women learn to accept their ADHD, reduce their lifelong struggles, and build a fulfilling life.

Parenting a student with an IEP or 504 Plan sometimes feels like playing a game of "Whack-a-Mole" — resolve one issue, and another one pops up. Susan Yellin, Esq., provides answers to the top 10 questions parents have about IEPs and 504 Plans.

When kids with ADHD struggle socially, people assume they are "missing social cues." In truth, the struggle is often due to lagging social executive function skills. Learn how to identify and bolster thse skills from Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW.

ADHD coach Jeff Copper has seen lives transformed by a focus on self-awareness and mindset — not by strategies & tips. He shares several Aha! insights about the ADHD brain that have helped those with ADHD find solutions to their toughest problems.

Adults with ADHD can overreact with intense emotion. We can't always stop "big" feelings from welling up, but Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., helps us find healthier ways to express them and keep them from damaging relationships.

ADHD can sometimes obscure your child’s true self and prevent joyful family connections. Norrine Russell, Ph.D., shares fun, relationship-building games and activities for ADHD families.

Body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) is a common (but rarely discussed) comorbid diagnosis related to ADHD. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., talks about how to recognize BFRB, the physical and emotional consequences, and recommended treatments.

Behaviors like setting unrealistic goals and insisting on personal flawlessness point to a cycle of perfectionism. Join Sharon Saline, Psy.D., to learn more about the relationship between anxiety, perfectionism, and ADHD and how to nurture a growth mindset.

The "Predominantly Inattentive" (PI) ADHD subtype can lead to significant functional impairment and distress, yet may go undiagnosed into adulthood. Mary V. Solanto, Ph.D., explains how to recognize PI and about effective treatments.

What are ‘executive functions’? The abilities to reason and creatively problem-solve, exercise self-control, think before you speak, stay focused, and more. The good news is that EFs can be improved at any age. Learn how from Adele Diamond, Ph.D., FRSC.

Christine Li, Ph.D., and Tracy Otsuka, JD, LLM, AACC, discuss why women with ADHD are especially prone to revenge bedtime procrastination — pushing back bedtime to give yourself some "me time" — and how to build healthier sleep habits.

Decades of research tell us that a parent’s close bond and engagement with their child leads to academic success. Join Michael Nakkula, Ph.D., to learn how this engagement can also unlock vital self-advocacy skills for children with learning differences.

Many women, ADHD or not, report increased difficulties with organization, memory, & mood during menopause. Jeanette Wasserstein, Ph.D., discusses estrogen loss during middle age, how it impacts cognition, and how it may worsen or even “create” ADHD.

You get a phone call informing you that your child is having behavior issues at school. Now what? Rachel Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, walks parents through the next steps — gathering information and implementing an effective behavior action plan.

A child with APD can hear, but may miss details and have trouble distinguishing similar sounds. This can result in struggles socially and at home and school. Beverley Holden Johns explains how to differentiate APD from ADHD and shares proven strategies.

By high school, many teens with ADHD and LD who qualify for accommodations avoid using them for fear of being labeled ‘different.’ Tom Bergeron discusses how educators & parents can foster acceptance and and continued use of beneficial resources.

ADHD is a chronic, life-long condition that impacts individuals through the school years and into their adult lives. Meg Leahy, MS, NCC, BCC, surveys the common challenges for adults with ADHD and offers practical strategies.

Few conditions suffer from more caricature and disinformation than ADHD. Ned Hallowell, M.D., and Sari Solden, M.S., discuss the most common stereotypes about the condition and help you counter these mistaken ideas with facts.

Learn about combining integrative strategies alongside conventional psychiatric treatments to cultivate physical and emotional wellbeing in living with ADHD from Lidia Zylowska, M.D.

Adolescence is marked by dramatic changes — physical, emotional, and social. Meg Leahy, MS, NCC, BCC, surveys the unique challenges of ADHD for teens and young adults and shares research-based strategies and resources.

Social anxiety is real. When ADHD — and a long-term absence of in-person socializing — are factored into the mix, feelings of trepidation make all the more sense. Learn how to help your child re-acclimate from Caroline Maguire, PCC, M.Ed.

The abrupt loss of parental support and increased demand for self-management can be devastating for teens with ADHD as they transition to college. Kevin Antshel, Ph.D., teaches parents how to prepare during high school and access services on campus.

Children work to develop a range of behavioral, academic, social, and emotional skills. ADHD touches all of these milestones. Meg Leahy, MS, NCC, BCC, surveys the unique challenges of ADHD during childhood and shares research-based strategies & resources.

Deficient emotional self-regulation (DESR) is an integral part of ADHD and can have serious negative effects on daily functioning. Russell Barkley, Ph.D., discusses the ADHD-emotional dysregulation link and effective treatments.

Children with ADHD struggle with executive functions — brain-based skills that tell us what to do, and when. Susan Kruger, M.Ed., offers practical strategies to reduce morning chaos, organize papers & digital files, and "make the invisible, visible."

David Anderson, Ph.D., explains how ADHD symptoms affect the daily rhythm of parenting — impairing our abilities to organize, prioritize, and manage emotions around our children — and how to ensure a mindful approach to caregiving.

Dyscalculia is a learning disability that makes it difficult to do math — and often leads to math anxiety. Renee Hamilton-Newman, M.Ed., discusses how to identify and teach students with dyscalculia, and address any resulting anxiety.

How do we help relatives understand our children with ADHD — and why do these interactions sometimes trigger our own feelings of shame? Learn communication and advocacy skills to use with extended family from Janette Patterson, MSW, LMFT.

Wish your child with ADHD would display more intrinsic motivation for school? Jerome J. Schultz, Ph.D., teaches parents how to shift excitement about other activities to schoolwork — and how to motivate the child who doesn't want to do anything.

The past year of remote, pandemic learning was tough for students with ADHD (and their parents). Susan Yellin, Esq., and Paul B. Yellin, M.D., share what you can do to help your child recoup learning losses and ensure a productive 2021-22 year.

People with inattentive ADHD (formerly 'ADD') have difficulty focusing on important non-preferred tasks, like schoolwork or work, but CAN pay attention to activities that interest them. Learn more from Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., and Ryan J. Kennedy, DNP.

You can and already have formed habits — they just may not be the ones you want. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., teaches us how to adjust our existing habits, identify healthy new habits we want to form, and how to keep positive changes in place

Seventy-five percent of people with ADHD have at least one additional psychiatric diagnosis. Theresa Cerulli, M.D., discusses the emerging guidelines that factor in common co-existing conditions for simultaneous diagnosis and treatment.

Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D., outlines the six super skills that unlock stronger executive function in adults with ADHD, increasing your ability to plan, take action rather than procrastinate, stay focused, regulate moods, and more.

Eating disorders often co-occur with an ADHD diagnosis. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., provides an in-depth look at the clinical features of various eating disorders and body image problems, and outlines recommended treatment strategies.

After a year+ of minimal individualized instruction and virtual learning fatigue, you may worry about helping your child retain academic skills while feeling pressure to plan summer fun. Ann Dolin M.Ed., guides parents in striking the right balance.

Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., describes his work with high-IQ individuals who excelled early in school, but struggled academically and socially later in life. Many had unrecognized ADHD and autism, including signs formerly associated with Asperger syndrome.

Picky (and unhealthy) eating is common in kids with ADHD — whether due to sensory issues, medication side effects, or a feeding disorder. Kelly Dorfman, M.S., LND, helps us recognize causes of "picky eating" and shares healthy eating strategies.

Benjamin E. Yerys, Ph.D., shares the latest research about co-occurring ADHD and autism, the best strategies for diagnosis, the most effective treatments, and future directions to support adults diagnosed with both conditions.

Difficult behaviors may be a child's way of telling us something isn’t working for them: They are confused, tired, or afraid. Merriam Sarcia Saunders, LMFT, can help you understand your child's behavior and increase their self-esteem & your own joy in parenting.

Inequities in ADHD care for Black and Latinx children can lead to long-term negative impacts on health and education. Tumaini Rucker Coker, M.D., MBA, leads clinicians and professionals in exploring ways to recognize and reduce these disparities.

Stephen P. Becker, Ph.D., discusses the prevalence and types of sleep problems in youth with ADHD, explains how poor sleep may further impair daily functioning, and shares cognitive and behavioral strategies to improve your child's sleep.

For children with ADHD, the executive functioning challenges or emotional dysregulation that come with ADHD may further complicate gender exploration or transition. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., & Julie Mencher, MSW, guide parents in offering the right support.

Children and adults with ODD are neurologically hardwired to oppose anyone they perceive as telling them what to do, which leads to lives filled with conflict. William Dodson, M.D., explains how this condition overlaps with ADHD, and how to treat both.

Our understanding of ADHD has evolved. Based on 30 years of working with patients, Ned Hallowell, M.D., and John Ratey, M.D., provide new strategies and lifestyle hacks designed to minimize the downsides and emphasize the benefits of ADHD.

Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., and Ryan J. Kennedy, DNP, explain why so many with ADHD are misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder, how to differentiate the emotional dysregulation of ADHD from bipolar disorder, and treatment options for both conditions.

Parents raising children with ADHD need discipline approaches that go beyond shouting and punishment. David Anderson, Ph.D., shares productive, practical strategies to improve communication and handle today’s meltdowns, defiance, and strong emotions.

Russell Barkley, Ph.D., shares important principles — culled from the latest research and his work with thousands of families — for improving behavior and communication and providing the unwavering support children with ADHD need.

David W. Goodman, M.D., FAPA, discusses the symptoms and daily impairments associated with ADHD in older adults, medical issues to consider when investigating cognitive symptoms, the benefits ADHD medication may or may not provide, and more.

Learn about the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), the differences between OCD and ADHD, how either condition can be misdiagnosed as the other, and recommended treatments from Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D.

Brendan Mahan, Ed.D., M.S., discusses how ADHD, anxiety, and adolescence affect emotions, and shares proven strategies for teaching teens how to manage anger, frustration, and other dysregulated emotions at home.

Many adults with ADHD are sleeping later, staying up later, exercising less, and getting less done because the pandemic has robbed us of clues for "when" to do things. Linda Walker, PCC, helps us learn how to combat time blindness and structure our days.

Ellen Braaten, Ph.D., explains how language and learning disabilities overlap with ADHD and affect social skills, how to find a professional who can help with these challenges, and how to support children with slow processing speed at home and at school.

Linda Roggli, PCC, takes us through a step-by-step process to shake off the confusion, anxiety, and stress of 2020 and reset our ADHD lives. Learn how to edit out mental chatter and physical clutter and simplify instead of "complexify."

John Mitchell, Ph.D., explains why pandemic distress can take an especially serious toll on adults with ADHD, shares the latest research on the benefits of mindfulness, and teaches meditation strategies to help manage anxiety.

Do symptoms look different in girls and women? Why are so many women misdiagnosed? How do hormone levels impact ADHD? How do executive functions and co-existing conditions affect outcomes and treatment? Ellen Littman, Ph.D., answers these questions.

Children with ADHD want to do well, but often lack the resources and confidence to do so — and hybrid and online learning have increased the challenges. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., shares strategies to re-invigorate and motivate your child this school year.

Music therapist Patti Catalano, MM, MT-BC, shares research on how music benefits the ADHD brain, and how parents can use music to help their child learn more at school, improve self-confidence, and overcome ADHD-related challenges to achieve life goals.

Standard treatments for ADHD are designed to optimize attention, but, as Joel Nigg, Ph.D., explains, emotional dysregulation is an integral part of the condition. Learn about effective treatments for managing anger, mood shifts, and more.

Do you find it hard to tolerate sensory input or get easily emotionally overwhelmed? You may be a highly sensitive person (HSP) with Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS). Bianca Acevedo, Ph.D., discusses the overlap with ADHD and how to manage SPS.

Healthy eating can improve brain health, yet this is truly challenging when WFH near a stocked kitchen. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., explains why ADHD is a risk factor for obesity & shares practical strategies for shopping, cooking, and managing cravings.

Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., discusses how to distinguish ADHD symptoms from mild cognitive decline, the primary life challenges for older adults with the condition, and key considerations when treating this population.

A comprehensive Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) provides the starting point for constructive behavior change at school. Learn how to design and implement an effective PBSP for your child with ADHD from Rachel Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D.

Marydee Sklar teaches parents how to help preteens with ADHD become more aware of time, use a school planner, and generally develop the EFs needed to manage the demands of multiple teachers, longer-term projects, and more.

Nicole M. Brown, M.D., discusses the role adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) play in ADHD symptoms and diagnosis, and why the definition must be expanded to include racial discrimination and other traumas uniquely experienced by children of color.

ADHD coach David Giwerc and J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for adult ADHD, will highlight the similarities, differences, and opportunities for combining these therapies to better manage symptoms.

Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D., fills in parents, teachers, and students about the most effective accommodations and tech tools to support students with ADHD and learning disabilities and help them make the most of remote learning.

Most toddlers and preschoolers are easily distracted and/or extremely active from time to time as part of normal, healthy development. Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D., helps parents distinguish neurotypical behaviors from the patterns associated with ADHD.

Social distancing has isolated and stressed all of us, but it has caused kids with ADHD to lose valuable opportunities to practice social skills, and make and keep friends. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC, advises parents on what they can do at home.

Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., surveys the latest research on ADHD in adults, how to ensure an accurate diagnosis, how to identify the detailed risks within each domain of impairment, and key recommendations and treatments to address symptoms.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Many families of children with ADHD are scrambling to navigate the summer without camps and other activities. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., offers practical advice on creating effective routines, managing screen time, and arranging safe peer interactions.

Learn about the interplay between ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and anxiety (which has peaked for many these past months); coping strategies during these unprecedented times; and how to achieve a resilient mindset from J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D.

COVID-related stress, disruptions to routines, and spending SO much time together have strained many ADHD-impacted relationships. Melissa Orlov offers guidance as you move into the next phase of your lives together.

The last four months have been challenging enough — learning at home, missing friends — and now summer is here. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., shares strategies for balancing free time with some learning to prevent an academic slide.

Sleep disturbances and disorders are one of the most common comorbidities associated with attention deficit disorder. Mark Stein, Ph.D., discusses the impact of poor sleep on ADHD throughout the lifespan, plus strategies for treatment.

Rick Green, a TV writer & comedian explains how he has used positivity and humor to enlighten ADHD doubters, bust myths, eliminate shame, increase acceptance, and transform how the world views people with the condition.

Pediatricians Mark L. Wolraich, M.D., and Joseph F. Hagan, Jr., M.D., FAAP, tell parents what they can and should expect based on the revised AAP guidelines for ADHD, and clarify the role clinicians can play in diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring.

What women with ADHD don't need during a pandemic? The pressure of internalized messages about being and doing "enough." Michelle Frank, Psy.D., reminds us that we don't need to be perfectly productive or organize our garages under quarantine.

Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, & Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A., teach practical strategies for helping children with SPD with grooming, dressing, and more at home, plus on-the-spot interventions for settings like the playground or birthday parties.

Wasn't life already challenging enough for folks with ADHD? But could this ‘Global Pause’ actually afford a rare opportunity? Michele Novotni, Ph.D., on how to weather the current situation — and redefine what you would like your new "normal" to look like.

Teen boys with ADHD lag behind peers cognitively and socially while grappling with greater challenges at school and home and increased risk-taking behaviors due to rising testosterone levels. Mary Anne Richey, M.Ed., helps you support your son through this time.

Your morning routine is broken — and exhausting. Your child with ADHD wakes up grumpy or groggy, and you need to nag nag nag to get through the daily list of tasks. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., solves listeners' specific A.M. trouble spots.

The pandemic is seeping into every nook and cranny of our ADHD lives, disrupting our carefully crafted routines — and creating anxiety and worry like never before. Ned Hallowell, M.D. shares strategies for managing fears, avoiding loneliness, and staying positive.

There isn't a more agonizing decision than the one to medicate your child with ADHD. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., discusses how to come to peace with your decision and explain it to your child and others (if you choose to).

Whether they have a wide circle or a few close friends, teens are social creatures. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., discusses the impacts of social distancing on adolescents with ADHD, particularly when comorbid depression or anxiety are part of the picture.

Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., explains why ADHD makes it harder to diligently follow good habits, like getting enough sleep, exercising, and treating other medical conditions, and shares strategies that will help you stick with a healthier lifestyle.

Got an impulsive teen who's chafing against stay-at-home orders during the coronavirus pandemic, or may even be sneaking out to see friends? Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., helps parents explain and enforce social distancing and maintain harmony at home.

Coach Jodi Sleeper-Triplett covers a range of pressing topics for parents of teens with ADHD, including a total lack of motivation to do schoolwork at home, the loss of a daily routine, managing constant distractions from siblings and screens, and more.

Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., revisits some of the most important topics asked by listeners in the Feb. 26, 2020 webinar on cannabis use in teens and adults with ADHD, and answers additional questions submitted by listeners.

Understanding the ADHD brain and how it affects social skills can decrease the shame and increase opportunities for meaningful connection. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., presents research-based strategies for improving your people skills.

Your child's school has canceled classes, and you are worried about an academic freefall and/or having to play the homework police all day — while working from home. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., helps parents learn how to structure this unstructured time.

Joel Nigg, Ph.D., discusses the types of dietary changes hypothesized to affect ADHD symptoms, the science behind synthetic food dyes’ effect on ADHD, and how adults or parents can remove food dyes from the diet.

During the school year, your child puts in superhuman effort to meet academic expectations. You don't want him to lose the progress he's made, yet know he needs a break. Susan Kruger, M.Ed., explains how to strike the right summer balance.

Maureen Bechard, M.S., and Karen Huberty, M.Ed., teach parents how to pinpoint their child's or teen's executive function deficits, and how to work with them to address those areas of weakness together.

Cannabis is one of the most widely abused substances among people with ADHD, yet many parents & adults erroneously assume that using it is safe — even medicinal. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., discusses the effects of marijuana on the developing brain.

In our go-go-go society, productivity tips abound — but most won't work for your ADHD brain's wiring. Linda Walker, PCC, shares the science that explains why you struggle — and unique strategies that really will help you get more done.

Patrick LaCount, Ph.D., presents research on exercise's influence on our brains' structure and function, making the case for physical activity as a natural treatment. Listeners will also learn practical strategies for building exercise into their lives.

Parenting a child with ADHD is challenging — even more so when Mom has ADHD, too. Overwhelmed parents often wonder: How do I help my kids stay organized when I’m always losing things? Terry Matlen, LMSW, ACSW, offers strategies — and reassurance.

Gaming delivers multimodal stimulation and immediate feedback, which explains why so many children with ADHD can spend hours zoned out in front of a screen. Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley share practical strategies for setting screen limits.

ADHD and autism affect peer relationships – and many children have symptoms of both. Mark Bertin, M.D., guides parents in sorting out what is causing your child's friendship challenges, and how to best support social skills growth and success.

Jonathan Posner, M.D., discusses recent advances in the neuroscience of ADHD, including how neural systems and brain regions differ from those in individuals with a neurotypical brain, and how ADHD treatments impact those brain systems.

We don’t have time to fold T-shirts into precise squares; we need strategies and tricks that will get us back on track to acceptable tidiness. Linda Roggli, PCC, explains why ADHD brains are predisposed to disorganization and how to create a system that works for you.

People with ADHD often struggle with anxiety, either as a co-occurring or a secondary disorder. This anxiety drains your energy and makes managing your ADHD even more difficult. Lidia Zylowska, M.D., shares mindfulness techniques to dial down the worry.

Now is the perfect time to regroup and make changes that will ensure a more successful second half of the school year. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., shares strategies for better mornings and bedtimes, managing screen time, avoiding homework hassles, and more.

Edward Hallowell, M.D., and John J. Ratey, M.D., highlight the counterpoint to Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) — the soaring enthusiasm and energy of Recognition Responsive Euphoria (RRE). Learn how to tap into RRE and share its gifts.

Few clinicians receive adequate training in how to use ADHD medications. William Dodson, M.D., explains how to work with your doctor to fine-tune your medication and dose for optimal performance and minimal side effects.

A new diagnosis of ADHD can bring relief from understanding the neurological roots of your or your child’s actions and behavior — but also confusion, overwhelm, and questions. Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., answers many of the most common ones.

John Mitchell, Ph.D., explains the similarities and differences between Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the structure of sessions and skills taught, and the typical time frames for seeing benefits.

An ADHD diagnosis can explain, finally, all those struggles over household chores and daily misunderstandings. Melissa Orlov elucidates why there's so much frustration and anger, and offers communication strategies that can tame it.

Are you exhausted by the time you leave the house in the morning? You are not alone! The challenges individuals with ADHD face on a daily basis add up. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., shares proven strategies to help you meet these challenges and live happily.

If you have ADHD, your risk of developing depression is four times greater than it is for those without the disorder. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., discusses the link between these conditions, and first-line psychopharmacological and psychotherapy treatments.

Research suggests that screen use impacts ADHD symptom severity at two distinct developmental stages — at younger ages and in the teen years. David Anderson, Ph.D., teaches actionable strategies to manage screen time at home and in school.

People with ADHD have to think outside the neurotypical box to boost productivity; we need to be interested in the task and use tools that are in sync with our differently wired brain. Linda Walker, PCC, shares ADHD-specific approaches to get things done.

Adults with undiagnosed ADHD may come to believe that we are fundamentally flawed. This shame impairs our self-esteem, our relationships, and our outlook on life. Join Linda Roggli to learn how to forgive yourself and leave shame behind.

ADHD brings enormous strengths — as long as the job is a good fit. As Rick Fiery, M.S., MBA, discusses, college is not the best next step for all. Learn how to set your teen or young adult with ADHD on a career path that will lead to success.

Susan Yellin, Esq., helps parents understand whether or not an IEP or 504 Plan is truly meeting the needs of your child with ADHD or LD, how to make minor changes, what to do if educators aren't following the plan and offering accommodations, and more.

The food your child eats affects how his or her body and ADHD brain work. Sanford Newmark, M.D., outlines the basic dietary principles for ADHD, key nutrients your child may be lacking, sensitivities to certain foods and food additives, and more.

Too many kids (and parents) feel ashamed about having ADHD — most often because they've never received a clear explanation of the disorder. Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, provides empathetic, practical ways to talk about ADHD with your child and loved ones.

Ann Dolin M.Ed., shares research-based strategies for guiding your child through homework — and encouraging independence. Would life be better without homework? Quite possibly. Will you reduce stress by using these techniques? Almost certainly.

Teachers may think that children with ADHD who act out or fail to complete schoolwork do so "on purpose." Chris A. Zeigler Dendy, M.S., provides educators the tools they need to understand and guide these students with patience and encouragement.

Adults and children with ADHD often struggle with sleep for many reasons, everything from circadian rhythm and neurological abnormalities to engaging in overstimulating activities late at night. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., offers explanations and solutions.

Tapping into the right technology can make the difference between success and failure at school for students with ADHD and learning disabilities. Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D., discusses the most popular and effective assistive technology (AT) tools.

Educating yourself and your family about ADHD is tougher than you may think. Most physicians receive little training in ADHD, and may not explain the disorder and treatments thoroughly. William Dodson, M.D., helps listeners fill in those holes.

You are at your wit's end — exhausted by your child's disruptive and wholly frustrating daily behaviors. Tried-and-true parenting advice doesn't work — but this will. Learn the basics of behavioral parent training (BPT) from Carla Counts Allan, Ph.D.

A growing population of adults suspects they may be on the Autism spectrum. Theresa Regan, Ph.D., shares facts (and myths) about autism in adults, why getting a correct diagnosis at any age makes a difference, effective supports, and more.

People with ADHD feel emotions more intensely, more frequently, and more suddenly. In fact, one third of adults with ADHD name this as the most impairing aspect of the condition. Learn more about out-of-control emotions from William W. Dodson, M.D.

Do you walk into a disorganized room and find yourself paralyzed? Do you spend time and money on organizing solutions that don't work? Lisa K. Woodruff will teach you how to start working with your ADHD brain, not against it, to get organized.

School is supposed to be a place where children learn and grow, but certain school environments may not be a good fit for kids with ADHD and learning disabilities. Susan Yellin, Esq., discusses when is it might be time to consider a new school.

Anxiety is common among school-aged children, and those with ADHD are at higher risk than their peers. Learn from renowned pediatricians Eileen Costello, M.D., and Perri Klass, M.D., how children and families can talk about and manage anxiety.

Vaping rates have skyrocketed in recent years. Kristin Seymour, MSN, RN, AHCNS, explains why stimulation-seeking teens with ADHD are at an increased risk of vaping. Learn how to discuss vaping and help a teen who may be addicted.

Thomas Brown, Ph.D., discusses how to determine the "sweet spot" between too small and too large a dose, safely extend ADHD stimulant medication coverage from morning until evening, manage the "rebound effect," and more

Have you ever tried to calm a child in the throes of an ADHD meltdown? Varleisha D. Gibbs, Ph.D., OTD, OTR/L, explains how to build and enhance self-regulation with ADHD meditation and shares mindfulness exercises designed to calm an unsettled child.

As a woman living with ADHD, you are no doubt familiar with shame — and its dear friends guilt, fear, and self-limitation. Michelle Frank, Psy.D., discusses how to break free of this pattern and create space for new choices and behaviors.

Ryan Wexelblatt, LCSW, shares realistic solutions to help your son with ADHD mature into a healthy, happy young man — from establishing and maintaining friendships to mastering executive function to taking responsibility for his own actions.

Brendan Mahan's "Wall of Awful" tool helps parents and children visualize and talk about the effects of repeated failure and disappointment — and overcome the fear, shame, and anxiety that are often associated with ADHD.

Most teachers and parents recognize weak executive functions (EF): disorganized projects, incomplete homework, last-minute cramming, forgotten chores. Karen Huberty, M.Ed., & Maureen Bechard, M.S., offer strategies for strengthening EFs.

Powerful evidence shows that exercise improves not only physical health, but attention, working memory, behavior, mood, and executive functions. John J. Ratey, M.D., explains how to use movement to ease symptoms of ADHD.

When ADHD is in the picture, the leap to college often overwhelms, but, as Rick Fiery points out, this isn’t the only path. Learn about post-H.S. options for your teen with ADHD, and how to increase the likelihood of college success.

ADHD may lead to social, academic, & organizational challenges—but did you know that the disorder's increased health risks may shorten longevity? Russell Barkley, Ph.D., discusses why ADHD is not just a mental health disorder, but a public health disorder.

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a mental health disorder characterized by a well-established pattern of behavior problems. David Anderson, Ph.D., helps parents understand their child’s ODD diagnosis and find effective interventions.

An estimated 15 to 25 percent of adults with a lifetime history of substance abuse disorder (SUD) also have ADHD. Timothy Wilens, M.D., explores this link and outlines best treatments for managing an SUD and how to reduce the risk.

Addressing key nutritional imbalances with an integrative treatment plan has proven effective in treating ADHD, as has using natural, plant-derived compounds called oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs). Learn more from James M. Greenblatt, M.D.

How do you connect with a child or teen who doesn’t want to talk with you—and who is defensive or angry? Parenting expert Kirk Martin offers practical strategies for turning explosive situations into opportunities to build trust with your child.

Sleep is vitally important for brain development and learning in children, teens, and adults—yet few of us get enough. Joel Nigg, Ph.D., & Elizabeth Super, M.D., review the optimal amount by life stage, and offer solutions to common sleep challenges.

Some professionals insist that an ADHD evaluation requires a full battery of neuropsychological testing, brain imaging, and computerized tests. Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., disagrees. Learn which diagnostic tests are valuable, and which aren’t.

What if a person can’t conform because of his or her neurology? Leading experts Ned Hallowell, M.D., and William Dodson, M.D., explain why shame so often accompanies ADHD, how to correct misperceptions, and how to take pride in your ADHD.

When your child struggles to make friends, and you don't know why or how to help, it's heart-wrenching. Mark Bertin, M.D., explains how ADHD and autism spectrum disorder impact kids socially, behaviorally, and emotionally, and effective interventions.

A generation ago, ADHD was considered a condition for boys. We now know that both sexes are at equal risk for developing ADHD—but, as Stephen Hinshaw, Ph.D., discusses, that women and girls face delayed diagnoses and greater stigma.

Matt Cohen, Esq., explains the key advantages and disadvantages of IEPs and 504 Plans for students with ADHD; how to identify the solution best suited for your child; and how to create a bulletproof IEP or 504 Plan and ensure that it's implemented.

Your child's IEP or 504 Plan includes the use of assistive technology. Smart. But how do you ensure that the best technology is implemented consistently, used correctly—and whether or not it's working? Janet DeSenzo offers guidelines.

Do you dread the nightly homework battles? Are your evenings spent hovering, hand-holding, and helping your child with ADHD through assignments? If you answered yes to either of these questions, Leslie Josel offers solutions.

When parents and educators work together, everyone benefits—especially the student. Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., shares best practices for parent-teacher meetings and explains how to help teachers understand ADHD and address symptoms at school.

Reduce your teen's school-related stress by taking a collaborative, strength-based perspective. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., explains how to set goals, create systems, and sharpen your teen's organization, planning, and follow through.

Research shows that students who learn to advocate for themselves in high school are more likely to succeed in college. Theresa E. Maitland, Ph.D., describes how to help your teen understand her needs, learn what to ask for, and how to ask effectively.

Jerome Schultz, Ph.D., explains the difference between “intrinsic” and “extrinsic” motivation and why traditional motivational methods miss the mark for ADHD brains—and shares very practical strategies that will get your kids going.

The key to an effective IEP or 504 Plan is to truly understand your child’s strengths & challenges. Susan Yellin, Esq., and Paul B. Yellin, M.D., share specific strategies to help with common challenges, explain what to do if things aren’t working, & more

Anna Vagin, Ph.D., teaches parents how to use visual supports to help children with ADHD build their skill sets (and reduce your nagging); recommends YouTube videos to review social concepts and board games to practice cooperation; and more.

Parenting a child with ADHD or another neuro-difference is complicated work. It is also important and fulfilling beyond your imagination. Deborah Reber discusses how to parent from a place of confidence, joy, and possibility instead of fear.

Though dyscalculia is nearly as common as dyslexia, it's neither well known nor fully understood. Daniel Ansari, Ph.D., describes the common signs of this life-long learning disability as well as supports to help a child who struggles with number skills.

Do you shoulder most of the responsibilities in your ADHD household? Elaine Taylor-Klaus, PCC, CPCC, and Diane Dempster teach parents how to shift to a "coach approach" and create systems and structure to make life run more smoothly.

Chris A. Zeigler Dendy, M.S., explains how to educate yourself, your child, and the teacher about ADHD, understand ADHD’s manifestations in the classroom, establish home routines that will maximize your child’s chances of school success, and more.

Nearly two-thirds of individuals with ADHD have a comorbid condition. Mark Bertin, M.D., discusses how an initial ADD evaluation should address the possibility of additional diagnoses, how symptoms can look similar, which condition to treat first, & more.

ADHD + oppositional defiance sound like an explosive combination — but it doesn't have to be, with Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.'s Collaborative & Proactive Solutions parenting model. Learn how to influence, not control, your adolescent's behavior.

Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley discuss popular games, apps, and technologies that can be used to improve executive functions and processing speed in children and adults with ADHD—and how to transfer brain training skills to the real world.

David W. Goodman, M.D., FAPA, leads a discussion for clinicians: Learn how to identify ADHD symptoms in adults over age 50, how stimulants fit into a treatment regimen for patients who are taking multiple medications, and more.

Sandy Newmark, M.D., discusses a range of natural ADHD treatment options and considerations, including optimal nutrition, how food sensitivities affect symptoms, the importance of sleep, the benefits of exercise, behavioral strategies, and more.

Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., shares helpful, hands-on ways to address a range of issues facing parents of teens with ADHD — from homework struggles to unpredictable emotions, road safety to the refusal to take medication, and more.

Middle school is no cake walk, with multiple teachers, personal schedule responsibility, and long-term assignments. In ninth grade, that reality gets kicked up a notch. Learn strategies to ease the transition to high school from Ann Dolin, M.Ed.

Technology powers advancements in organization and information gathering—but it's also really, really distracting for teens with ADHD. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., advises parents on how to rein in video gaming and balance it with other activities.

Does your teen take forever to get started, whether it’s homework, chores, or extracurricular projects? Sharon Saline, Psy.D., teaches a strengths-based, collaborative approach to successfully motivating adolescents with ADHD.

Laurie Dupar shares insider strategies to help you take control of your ADHD treatment plan, including how to manage refills, deal with uncooperative pharmacists, and save money on your prescriptions.

Mindfulness builds emotional intelligence; increases attention; minimizes stress and anxiety; and boosts happiness. Want your teen to harness these benefits? Learn how to integrate mindfulness into everyday life from Christopher Willard, Psy.D.

Children with ADHD thrive on structure. Instead of entirely lazy summer days, Sarah A. Tannenbaum, Psy.D., helps parents take a measured approach to the season by working with their child to establish schedules and goals while fostering fun and relaxation.

On top of raging hormones and escalating academic demands, teens with ADHD are navigating executive skill challenges. Peg Dawson Ed.D., offers parents the new tools they'll need to manage these turbulent years and transition their teen to adulthood.

OT can improve the skills kids need for daily living and give them the confidence to succeed in life. Cara Koscinski, MOT, OTR/L, explains how to break down tasks into manageable steps, sensory interventions to increase focus, and more.

Russell A. Barkley Ph.D., offers guidance on helping a partner, sibling, parent, or grown child accept his or her ADHD and pursue effective treatment — while maintaining a strong, positive relationship.

Tap into your ADHD strengths and start excelling on the job. Edward Hallowell, M.D., and Peter Shankman offer career-changing tips, including: How to navigate office politics (even though you hate doing it) and how to defeat procrastination.

Do you spend more time worrying about tasks than actually doing them? Susan Lasky gives you the tools you need to increase your productivity, including how to eliminate common time-wasters and the two magic words for getting more done.

The textbook definition of ADHD fails to reflect the condition's complexity. William Dodson, M.D., discusses why we must be interested in order to start a task, why feelings of shame are so common among adults with ADHD, and more.

It's not a coincidence that many of the world’s top CEOs have ADHD. Learn why from successful entrepreneur Ken "Bucky" Buckman, who feels that his "symptoms" turned out to be business advantages.

Are you over-parenting your teen with ADHD? Instead, learn from Adam Price, Ph.D., how to become his (or her) biggest ally as he develops greater independence and discovers the keys to self-motivation.

As a woman with ADHD, it’s easy to lose yourself in day-to-day chaos. Linda Roggli explains how to "reframe" negative ADHD behaviors, rebuild your self-compassion, and gather the courage to live your passions, without apology or regret.

Peggy Ramundo, a pioneer in the effort to raise awareness about ADHD, shares the lessons and insights she's gleaned from three decades of hands-on experience working with adults with the condition.

Mindfulness activities can promote more focused and collaborative learning for students with ADHD. Elliott Buck, M.Ed., discusses how teachers, parents, and caregivers can incorporate meditation, mindfulness, and yoga into the school day.

Stacey Turis explans how parents can encourage their teens to embrace their ADHD traits and understand that true strength comes from within, and maintain healthy minds and bodies, so they can discover their superpowers.

Susan Kologi, Ph.D., gives an overview of PBL, which lets students interact with the concepts they are studying—a much more conducive educational approach for children with ADHD—and advises on setting up PBL experiences at school and home.

High school IEPs and 504 Plans don't carry over to college and students don't receive educational support unless they ask for it. Elizabeth Hamblet explains how disability services work in college, and how to request accommodations.

Is homework hijacking your evenings? Do you lie awake at night worrying about your child’s success at school? Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster help parents of children with ADHD step back and stop "helping" more than they should.

Many parents of children with ADHD say homework is one of the biggest sources of family stress during the school year. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., presents research-supported strategies to end power struggles and help your child focus and finish.

Joel Nigg, Ph.D., presents the latest scientific evidence that is changing the way we think about the role of sleep, exercise, and diet on a child’s development, and how lifestyle changes can balance out ADHD symptoms.

Janet DeSenzo explains the difference between educational technology and assistive technology (AT) and recommends the best tech tools to include in your child's IEP or 504 Plan to help him or her meet learning goals.

Executive function demands increase as teens with ADHD leave the watchful gaze of their parents. Theresa Maitland, Ph.D., explains how you can avoid a rocky adjustment to college by planning and preparing during high school.

Back-to-school time incites anxiety for many children with ADHD or LD, who may struggle to meet others’ expectations. Kirk Martin helps parents bolster their kids' confidence and give them tools to succeed socially and in the classroom.

Education specialist Shari Gent, M.S., NCED, shares parent-teacher guidelines for managing ADHD behavior at school, such as trouble handling transitions, interrupting, losing focus (and distracting others in the class), and more.

Joel Nigg, Ph.D., shares the latest science behind ADHD, including the interplay of genes and environmental factors, how the ADHD brain connects and wires itself, and how lifestyle changes can improve your child’s journey with ADHD.

Robin McEvoy, Ph.D., discusses dyslexia and other reading disabilities, shares do-it-yourself strategies for helping a struggling reader and making reading fun, and advises parents on accommodations and a back-to-school reading game plan.

Students today have more demands, distractions, and busier schedules than ever. Professional organizers Michelle Cooper and Michelle Grey recommend strategies and resources and outline organizational systems that make sense to the ADHD brain.

ADHD and autism spectrum disorder can impact social skills, affecting friendships and family relationships. Christine Lang, Ph.D., shares tools to help children to pick up on social cues, stay on topic in conversation, and be less emotionally reactive.

Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., explains why adults with ADHD are at higher risk for obesity—we may impulsively choose junky foods, and emotional overwhelm can lead us to self-soothe with carbs—and shares more mindful approaches to eating and food-shopping.

A language-processing deficit impairs a child's ability to attach meaning to verbal input and respond appropriately. Gail Richard, Ph.D., helps us differentiate between language deficits and ADHD and advises on addressing challenges at home and at school.

Downtime during the summer months is OK, but unfettered device usage isn't healthy. Randy Kulman, Ph.D., advises parents on how to set screen time limits, recommends apps that build fitness and social skills, and how to promote other types of activities.

Art therapy uses creative processes to reduce stress, increase self-awareness, and address behavior. Stacey Nelson, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC, teaches parents about this alternative therapy and describes projects they can do with their children at home.

In the absence of any definitive test for ADHD—blood analysis, brain scan, genetic screening, etc.—doctors who don't specialize in the condition may struggle to identify it. Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., offers comprehensive guidelines for diagnosing ADHD.

Proponents of neurofeedback, or EEG biofeedback, say it trains people with ADHD to maintain focused brainwave activity. David Rabiner, Ph.D., and Edward Hamlin, Ph.D., provide an overview of this treatment, including cost, duration, and existing research.

Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., takes a deeper look at the science of time awareness to understand why procrastination, time blindness, and tardiness are such big problems for people with ADHD—and teaches strategies to help us "see" and "feel" time.

Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., discusses dyslexia, which is the most common learning disability—symptoms, similarities to and differences from ADHD, the most effective interventions, and how to talk with your child about the diagnosis.

As Anna Vagin, Ph.D., explains, the sustained attention and give and take required in face-to-face interactions can present challenges for children with ADHD. She offers strategies for parents and teachers to help kids improve their conversational skills.

Dysgraphia and written expression challenges are common in children with ADHD. For these kids, staring at a blank page can feel like torture. Literacy specialist Kendra Wagner, M.A., shares strategies to help children with LD get their thoughts on paper.

Video games can teach problem-solving skills and critical thinking—and also suck a child’s attention from real people and experiencesd. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., and Ryan Sipes explain how to choose the best games and set reasonable restrictions.

NVLD is poorly understood, and is underdiagnosed in children with ADHD. Amy Margolis, Ph.D., explains the condition, how to distinguish symptoms from those of ADHD, and the strategies that can help these children in school and social settings.

Jerome J. Schultz, Ph.D., explains the impact of stress and anxiety on learning and beahvior, and offers insider tips for teachers of students with ADHD—from modifying assignments and learning environments to managing disruptive behavior.

Too many individuals with ADHD have been called an underachiever or a slacker, despite having the brains and ideas to achieve greatness. Productivity coach Alan Brown shares strategies to quiet your mind, set priorities, stay on task, and get things done.

Parents who homeschool their children with ADHD say that it can nurture strengths, improve academic performance, and boost self-esteem. Kathy Kuhl explains how all families can customize their child's education and benefit from a "homeschool view."

In working with ADHD patients over 27 years, James Ochoa, LPC, identified what he calls Emotional Distress Syndrome, and the extent to which it affects everyday life. He shares tools for weathering emotional storms and building self-esteem.

By age 12, a child with ADHD may receive 20,000 more negative messages than her neurotypical peers. Kirk Martin teaches parents how to stop power struggles and meltdowns, replace negative messages about ADHD, and spark a sense of can-do in their kids.

Many women and girls with undiagnosed ADHD grow up mistaking their symptoms for personal faults. Sari Solden explains how a diagnosis can unlock serious healing, helping you to redefine "success" and focus on unfulfilled dreams rather than a to-do list.

Emily Anhalt, Ph.D., spent two years interviewing ADHD adults who have achieved financial, occupational, and emotional success without using medication, and shares what she learned about leveraging the condition as a positive force.

Speech and language pathologist Lois Kam Heymann, M.A., CCC-SLP, explains how to identify auditory processing disorder in children and distinguish it from ADHD, and the best diagnosis and treatment approaches for APD.

Research suggests that children with ADHD receive 20,000 more negative messages than do their neurotypical peers by age 12, impacting self-esteem and initiative. Anna Vagin, Ph.D., describes how to counter this negativity and build resilience.

Myths about ADHD—it's made up; it's an excuse for laziness—still abound, and it's woefully easy to internalize the shaming messages. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., explains how to overcome ADHD stigma, and how to change others' minds.

As J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., explains, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can equip people with ADHD and executive-function deficits with the skills to overcome disorganization, poor time management, and workplace challenges.

College students with ADHD/LD may struggle to balance term papers, laundry, getting exercise, and so on—and parents often fall into the role of concierge. Theresa Maitland, Ph.D., explains how to avoid this trap and help your teen learn to self-manage.

Your child's activity level and daily menu can have a measurable impact on his behavior and ability to learn. Laura J. Stevens, M.S., discusses foods to avoid, and healthy alternatives, and presents strategies designed for busy families and picky eaters.

In ADHD households, homework is often loathed by kids and parents. Peg Dawson, Ed.D., offers tips for children who come home exhausted after a long day of executive function challenges, and for parents who are weary of nagging and micromanaging.

Does your child begin the school year enthusiastically—only to say he "hates school" two weeks later? Ann Dolin, M.Ed., discusses why motivation tapers off and how to end this cycle by increasing resilience, bolstering study skills, and using rewards.

Do you know your child's legal rights at school and how to secure them? How to get the doctor to address your child's challenges? Penny Williams shares real-life advice that will transform you into an effective advocate for your child with special needs.

For many students with ADHD, the first step is the hardest. As Cindy Goldrich explains, the trick is often feeling ready—emotionally, physically, and mentally—to begin. She shares practical strategies to help kids get started at home and at school.

Learning that your child is a victim of bullying is heartbreaking. These children often suffer depressed self-esteem and academic performance, and dread going to school. Michele Borba, Ed.D., provides strategies for addressing this serious problem.

ADHD often brings serious executive function challenges that impact school performance. Susan Lasky, M.A., shares organizing systems and tools students can use to declutter their backpacks, turn in assignments, manage long-term projects, and more.

During the summer months, children with ADHD and LD can lose academic skills and forget facts—a frustrating step backward for kids who work hard all year long. Ann Dolin, M.E., shares fun, hands-on ways to keep kids’ minds sharp during vacation.

Joel Nigg, Ph.D., presents the current neuroscience of the ADHD brain, including how the brain pays attention and processes information, why kids can focus on a video game but not a lecture, why stimulant medications “calm” ADHD brains, and more.

Roughly 20 percent of people with ADHD also suffer from Bipolar Disorder, but bipolar is often misdiagnosed or missed entirely. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., discusses symptoms of the disorders that overlap, and how to ensure the best treatment.

Few clinicians understand the powerful emotional component of ADHD. William Dodson, M.D., explains how to distinguish ADHD emotional shifts and rejection sensitive dysphoria from bipolar and depression, and how to address patients' challenges.

William Dodson, M.D., shares ADHD medication treatment guidelines for clinicians. Learn about the different stimulant formulations, how to optimize the dose while minimizing side effects, and which ADHD impairments don't respond to medication.

SPD can make clothing tags unbearable, loud music intolerable, perfume sickening. Whatever your specific symptoms, daily living is a challenge. Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A., offers practical coping strategies and longer-term treatment options.

Many parents wonder if they can reduce (or replace) the role ADHD medication plays in their child’s life. William Pelham, Jr., Ph.D., details how to do that by implementing behavioral therapy at home and at school.

Get organized…remember assignments…stay on-task…all without writing anything down? Janet DeSenzo reviews the latest technology, tools, and plug-ins that can help teens and tweens succeed in middle school and beyond.

A balanced ADHD treatment plan should entail more than taking a pill. Vincent Monastra, Ph.D., offers at-home strategies for teaching the life skills that medication cannot: conversation skills, confidence, strength, empathy, organization.

Many teens with ADHD benefit from taking a year between high school and college to explore interests, learn independent living skills, and clarify their direction in life. John Willson, M.S., OTR, explains how to structure a successful gap year.

Many doctors assume that anxiety or depression are side effects of ADHD—or they fail to diagnose ADHD in their patients with anxiety or depression. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., helps untangle co-existing conditions.

What makes Minecraft so appealing to kids with ADHD—and can it really improve problem-solving, executive function, and emotional control? Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley explain, and recommend other games with similar benefits.

Each child with ADHD, autism, and anxiety will have unique needs. Laurie Better Perlis, Psy.D., explains how to understand your child's diagnoses and fine-tune your own strategies for managing treatment and everyday life.

ADHD is not a childhood disorder. But, in older adults, symptoms may be difficult to differentiate from the forgetfulness and "brain fog" that often come with age. Linda Roggli explains how, and shares treatment advice for ADHDers over the age of 55.

Executive function deficits manifest as procrastinating, forgetting homework assignments, and so on. If your preteen or teen faces such challenges, learn from Sarah Ward, M.S., and Kristen Jacobsen, M.S., how to help him build stronger EFs.

Dr. Ned Hallowell guides adults through recognizing ADHD symptoms and getting a proper diagnosis later in life, then explores strengths-based approaches to treating ADHD symptoms and harnessing the condition's positive aspects.

Children make much greater progress at school when they see themselves as learners. ADHD coach Cindy Goldrich teaches parents how to foster a "growth" mindset in your child and how to frame mistakes as learning experiences.

Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., discusses the executive functions impaired by ADHD, such as activation (organizing tasks and materials, prioritizing, getting started); focus; and managing frustration and modulating emotions; and shares strategies that help.

When interested in something, ADHDers can be enormously productive. When bored, we cannot find the motivation to start or continue. Jeff Copper, PCAC, PCC, MBA, explains how to engage your brain to make even the deadliest tasks fly.

Terry Matlen, MSW, ACSW, delves into the inner lives of women with ADHD. She discusses how to let go of guilt about perceived shortcomings or worry about societal expectations as you balance home, work, and relationships.

Children with ADHD may have trouble reading facial expressions and understanding how their actions affect others. Speech/language pathologist Anna Vagin, Ph.D., explains how parents can use YouTube videos to teach critical social skills.

Disorganization, angry outbursts, and the poor self-esteem that often accompanies ADHD make parenting hard. Terry Dickson, M.D., offers special strategies that can help the more than 4.5 million American fathers with the condition be their best.

Does your ADHD child seem to have a tablet or game controller glued to his hand? Jodi Gold, M.D., discusses how to use technology to your advantage and and raise a smart "citizen of the digital world," while setting realistic screen time limits.

Stephen Hinshaw, Ph.D., explains the genetic, environmental, and psychosocial factors that lead to ADHD, and provides an overview of the best behavioral, medicinal, and natural treatments for children and adults.

You or your child just started taking ADHD medication—but how can you make sure it's working optimally? Laurie Dupar explains how to determine if you're taking it at the wrong time, taking the wrong dosage, or even the wrong med.

Mental and physical exhaustion are common in parents of special-needs children. Kirk Martin shares strategies that will help moms who "do it all" to simplify their lives, make themselves a priority, and teach their kids to be more self-reliant.

Language and auditory processing overlap with attention in the brain, so problems in these areas often co-occur. Neuroscientist Martha S. Burns, Ph.D., discusses how to take advantage of the brain's amazing plasticity to bring about improvements.

The food your child eats can have a big impact on behavior. Laura Stevens, M.S., discusses common food sensitivities, the importance of essential fatty acids, elimination diets, and how artificial food colors, flavors, and preservatives affect us.

It's not too late to turn around your career, relationships, and day-to-day life after an adult ADHD diagnosis, but it will take time. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., advises on finding the right professionals, treatment, and skills that will lead you to success.

Does your child want to play Minecraft for hours, and have a meltdown when you tell him to stop? Randy Kulman, Ph.D., offers tips on getting homework done before gaming, setting sane screen time limits, and keeping the screen-free transition calm.

Pay attention. Be quiet. Stop squirming. These school 'rules' can be tough for any child, but they can be especially challenging for children with ADHD. Chris Dendy, M.S., explains why, and offers solutions for parents and teachers.

No more lost assignments and school supplies or missed due dates! Shari Gent tells parents how to implement a system that works with their child's organizational style, and recommends her favorite organizing products for kids with ADHD.

Nothing is more heartbreaking for a parent than hearing from her child that "no one will play with me at recess" and seeing him passed over for playdates. Fred Frankel, Ph.D., shares strategies for helping your child foster true friendships.

Assistive technology can help students with ADHD or learning disabilities leverage strengths to compensate for weaknesses. Shelley Haven discusses available devices and technology, and how to match them to your child's learning profile.

Are you ready to stop the daily homework battles with your ADHD child? Ann Dolin, M.Ed., takes the "work" out of homework with her tips for creating a study sanctuary, avoiding careless mistakes, and minimizing ADHD distraction.

Last year's treatment plan may not provide the coverage your child needs for this school year. David Rabiner, Ph.D., explains how to assess the plan, adjust accordingly, and involve teachers in monitoring the medication's effectiveness.

Special education attorney Matt Cohen, Esq., interprets the "legal speak" of evaluations, IEPs, and 504 Plans, and equips parents to secure the accommodations and services their child is entitled to by law.

Parents of ADHD and LD children are used to going the extra mile. In middle school, however, you need to start empowering your preteen to plan, organize, and manage her own time. Peg Dawson, Ed.D., explains how to foster independence.

Susan Yellin, Esq., discusses how to make adjustments to your child's accommodations as the school year begins, ensure that this year's teacher will follow the plan, and how to switch from a 504 Plan to an IEP, if needed.

ADHD is frequently misdiagnosed as anxiety, bipolar, OCD, depression, or a sleep disorder, and doctors may not know how to fine-tune medication. William Dodson, M.D., offers guidance for ensuring the correct diagnosis and best treatment.

Naomi Steiner, M.D., explains the science behind neurofeedback (NF) and cognitive training (CT), and how computer-based brain training can help children with ADHD and Executive Function Disorder.

Is your child irritated by tags and seams in clothing, car alarms, pungent smells? Carol Kranowitz, M.A., explains the hallmarks of sensory processing disorder (SPD), why it often travels with ADHD, and how to treat it.

There's no one-size-fits-all approach for treating ADHD. Daniel G. Amen, M.D., explains a range of interventions, including medication, supplements, diet/exercise, neurofeedback, focused breathing, personal coaching, and more.

Every parent of an ADHD child worries about academic backsliding over the summer, but also wants to let their kid rest and rejuvenate away from the stress of school. Jodi Sleeper-Triplett helps us find the right balance.

Tired of living and working amidst clutter? Professional organizer Susan C. Pinsky shares simple steps for eliminating excess, then outlines systems that will help you keep your life clutter-free.

Ned Hallowell, M.D., brings ADHD into the light of day. Learn how to address skeptical or hurtful comments from doubters, and how to boost your child's self-esteem and talk openly about his or her diagnosis.

Raging hormones and teen angst plus ADHD impulsivity and immaturity can lead to poor decisions. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., offers advice for talking with your teen, openly and without judgment, about sex and love.

Alan Brown identifies seven common unproductive ADHD behaviors—such as too much screen time, guilt and blame, the tendency to multitask—and presents the fixes that will help you stop sabatoging yourself.

Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., helps parents understand the root causes of ADHD children's behavior problems at school, why time-outs and sticker charts don't work, and suggests strategies that will bring real improvement.

Adults with ADHD either battle continual distractions or feel they have to go on "auto-pilot" to get things done. Mark Bertin, M.D., teaches us how to reduce stress and live life in real-time through mindfulness.

Many school-day tasks—organizing, focusing for long periods, taking tests—create high levels of stress for ADHD and LD kids. Jerome J. Schultz, Ph.D., explains how stress negatively impacts learning and behavior, and how to reduce it.

Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., provides an in-depth look at obsessive-compulsive disorder—what is OCD, how is it different from ADHD, why do doctors frequently miss OCD, and what treatments are most effective.

When your child is diagnosed with ADHD or another special need, it's normal to go through a "mourning" period. Mother-daughter duo Gina and Katie Gallagher discuss how to give up your need for control and celebrate your child's successes.

All parents blanch at the thought of their teen driving, but ADHDers are more likely to speed and get into accidents. Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., explains why, and outlines safe-driving strategies to pass along before you hand over the car keys.

When a child who is gifted also has ADHD or LD, he or she is more likely to fall through the cracks. Diane M. Kennedy and Rebecca Banks-Cull share their "whole-child" approach to helping 2e kids achieve their potential.

We all know what we need to do, but getting started and finishing the job are more easily said than done. J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., shares ADHD-proof strategies for initiating tasks and managing interruptions.

Ellen B. Littman, Ph.D., explain why it's counterproductive for mothers with ADHD to always put others' needs before their own, and how to let go of the pursuit of perfection.

Sharlene Habermeyer explains why music is such a powerful catalyst for development and learning, and shares fun ideas for incorporating sound therapy into your ADHD child's routine.

Mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder, are the most common misdiagnosis in people with ADHD. William Dodson, M.D., explains why, how to tell the difference, and how to treat the conditions when they coexist.

Could all those hours your child spends breaking blocks be good for his ADHD brain? Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley explain how Minecraft and other video games can be used as learning tools, and how to set screen time limits.

When kids with ADHD struggle with the concept of time, they are unfairly labeled "lazy" or "unmotivated." Marydee Sklar explains how to teach your child to manage time—and drop the labels.

Tired of giving up on New Year's resolutions and abandoning personal goals? Make this the year change happens! Judith Kolberg shares behavior modification and organizing tips that work for ADHDers.

ADHD adults and children are at greater risk for developing mood disorders than their non-ADHD peers. William Dodson, M.D., explains how to identify the symptoms and treat comorbid depression.

Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., identifies the cognitive, biological, and emotional risk factors that usually lead to diet failure, and outlines his proven mindful eating system for helping ADHD adults lose weight.

Adults and children with ADHD are more likely to develop an anxiety disorder than their peers. Thomas Brown, Ph.D., explains why, how to differentiate symptoms of anxiety from those of ADHD, and which condition to treat first.

Surprise—procrastination isn't actually a time-management problem, it's an emotion-management problem. Timothy A. Pychyl, Ph.D., shares proven strategies to stop avoiding tasks and start seeing them through.

ADHD is a lifelong disorder, but it can look different in adults than in children. William Dodson, M.D., explains how symptoms change with age and why many adults aren't diagnosed with the condition until their kids are.

Your meal choices can impact your ADHD. Tana Amen, BSN, RN, discusses what you should eliminate from your family's diet and the specific foods you should start eating to improve symptoms, with plenty of simple menu ideas.

What's behind your difficulties with planning, organizing, and meeting deadlines? Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., describes the seven major types of executive function and how they're affected by ADHD, and suggests treatment strategies.

Ann Dolin, M.Ed., shares strategies that can minimize common obstacles for ADHD students, such as perfectionism, procrastination, and poor organization, so they can live up to their academic potential.

ADHD is truly a round-the-clock condition, as the many ADDers who struggle to fall and stay asleep can attest. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., shares ways to improve sleep hygiene and train your brain to shut down for the night.

Children with ADHD may be excluded by "friends," but not know why. Michelle Garcia Winner explains how to help your child develop his "social thinking vocabulary" and respond to subtle social cues.

Women with ADHD are more frequently diagnosed later in life than men. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., discusses why this happens, the unique challenges ADHD brings for girls and women, and how symptoms change during menopause.

Thomas Brown, Ph.D., offers no-nonsense advice on diagnosing ADHD in children (without missing related conditions like anxiety or depression) and why managing ADHD will require more than medication.

Does your child undertand the difference between "tidy" and "organized"? Do you? Jill Murphy shares simple, effective organizing tools that will do more than just clear floors and surfaces at home and in the classroom.

Ready to get real about your child's ADHD? Marianne Russo explains how to use a strengths-based approach to develop social skills and life skills and become a true advocate for your child.

Is just getting started always the hardest part of the task for you? J. Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., explains how to identify your "tipping points" that will spur you to start and finish projects.

ADHD doesn't just affect kids' academic abilities in the classroom, it affects the way they behave. Sharon K. Weiss, M.Ed., shares strategies teachers and parents can use to manage impulsivity, distractibility, and other challenging behaviors.

Raising a child with ADHD can be isolating. When the world doesn't understand the challenges you face and resentment builds up between you and your spouse, use these strategies from Kirk Martin to get the support you need.

Do you live your life comparing yourself to others and feeling guilty? ADDitude blogger Stacey Turis, an expert on being weird, explains how to stop and what can happen when you embrace doing things your way.

Wes Crenshaw, Ph.D., guides ADHD teens (and their parents) through the many challenges of the transition to adulthood, including achieving success in college, finding the right job, and taking control of daily living responsibilities.

Zoë Kessler, diagnosed in mid-life, knows firsthand that adults with ADHD experience emotions and even physical sensations in the extreme. She explains the phenomenon, and shares personal advice on managing sensitivities.

Education attorney Susan Yellin, Esq., explains what schools should be doing to make sure a child's IEP/504 Plan will continue to serve him well, and steps parents can take to update accommodations for ADHD or LD.

Executive function challenges frequently lead to financial woes for ADHD adults. Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D., offers tips on curbing impulsive spending and sticking to a budget, and recommends the best money management apps.

What's your plan for the first weeks of school? Chris Zeigler Dendy, M.S., shares pages from her playbook, including developing a schedule and how to find an ally at school who really understands your child.

Dr. Daniel G. Amen, founder of Amen Clinics, shares the most important lessons he's learned from the world's largest database of brain scans related to ADD/ADHD, including natural ways to heal the brain.

Do you or your child have a learning disability in addition to, or instead of, ADHD? Nancie Payne, Ph.D., explains how to tell, and the right way to diagnose and manage an LD at school and on the job.

Have you been unsuccessful at losing weight? John Fleming, Ph.D., explains how sleep habits can affect weight, why you should treat your ADHD before trying to shed pounds, and other ADHD-friendly slim-down tips.

Leading ADHD expert Ned Hallowell, M.D., explains how to accept your ADHD as a neurobiological condition, not a character weakness, and how to surround yourself with people who believe the same.

Adult ADDers not only forget things and arrive late, we call attention to those behaviors. Coach Joyce Kubik teaches you how to stop calling out your ADHDisms, and how to feel good about yourself.

Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA, and Linda Roggli, PCC, discuss how ADHD adults can achieve a more satisfying sex life by treating symptoms and improving communication in their relationship.

Coaches Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster offer tips for managing intense emotions (no small feat, with ADHD impulsivity in the equation) and preventing angry outbursts.

Finding the right job is vital for ADHD adults. Career counselor Wilma Fellman advises on choosing a job that suits your passions, strengths, and weaknesses, and how to manage symptoms once you get your dream job.

Want a calmer, happier household? Mark Bertin, M.D., explains how mindfulness can lead to better parenting and offers tips for dialing down stress in your family.

One in 20 kids was diagnosed with ADHD in the 1980s and '90s. One in nine is diagnosed with the condition today. Dr. Stephen Hinshaw explains what's behind this rise in ADHD diagnoses. 

Nutrition detective Kelly Dorfman gives the lowdown on food dyes, gluten sensitivity, and ADHD; the culprit foods you should eliminate from your child's diet; and key nutrients your child probably isn't getting enough of.

Shame, anger, guilt, hopelessness - feelings like these can take over and cause an ADHDer to get "stuck" at school, at work, or in relationships. Dr. Thomas Brown brings attention to the unrecognized role emotions play in our lives.

Standard discipline tactics, like offering rewards for good behavior, don't work for kids with ODD. Dr. William Dodson describes the medications and behavior programs that do make a difference, and why parents shouldn't delay treatment.

Tired of nagging your ADHD kid? Ann Dolin, M.Ed., teaches parents how to inspire initiative in your child. The turnaround can start by spending just 15 minutes a day doing something he likes together.

Mary Solanto, Ph.D., outlines cognitive behavioral therapy techniques that can help ADHD adults overcome procrastination, ward off the irrational thoughts that can lead to anxiety and depression, and more.

Can't tear your child away from video games? Use his love of technology to boost organization, planning, and academic skills. Randy Kulman, Ph.D., and James Daley recommend games and apps that can help ADHD kids succeed.

If your child with ADHD is the target of aggressive teasing and social rejection, it's heartbreaking. Cathi Cohen, LCSW, explains ways to respond if your child has been bullied, and how to prevent it.

Tired of being "neuro-profiled" by society and feeling not good enough? Sari Solden shares ways adults with ADHD can learn to value their differences, and recognize their unique skills and gifts.

Executive function lets us learn and get things done, but it's often in short supply in kids with attention deficit. Ann Dolin, M.Ed., answers questions about reducing homework struggles and the skills that help kids learn.

Andrea Faber Taylor, Ph.D., shares her research proving that children with ADHD benefit from time in natural settings. Learn how green time can increase focus, and how to maximize your child's exposure.

Ready to be your child's champion? ADHDers most often lead happy, successful lives when they had someone during their childhood who never gave up on them. William Dodson, M.D., explains how to be that parent.

Children with ADHD or learning disabilities may benefit from accommodations or special education services at school. Educational attorney and advocate Susan Yellin, Esq., explains how parents can request an IEP or 504 Plan.

ADHDers are especially vulnerable to setbacks, and can be left reeling after a job loss or the end of a relationship. Coach Jodi Sleeper-Triplett offers specific strategies to shift your mindset and increase resiliency.

Dr. Daniel G. Amen, author of Healing ADD, discusses his proposed seven types of attention deficit disorder. Learn which type you or your child may have, and the best way to treat symptoms.

Poor sleep can exacerbate symptoms for ADHD children, but getting a good night's rest can be a struggle. Lisa Shives, M.D. and Elaine Taylor-Klaus, CPCC, discuss strategies parents can start using at bedtime tonight.

Ever wish you could just slow down your ADHD brain? Board-certified psychiatrist Lidia Zylowska discusses how you can meditate, decrease stress, and reframe negative situations through mindfulness. 

Children with ADHD may have a hard time making close friends. Michelle Garcia Winner give parents strategies they can use to teach their child a social "vocabulary" and help them master interactions.

Michele Borba, Ed.D., advises parents on creating healthy homework habits and addresses specific concerns, like math or reading challenges, to help make homework less of a battle.

ADHD doesn't affect only boys. As Stephen Hinshaw, Ph.D., explains, the disorder can look different in women and girls, and they face greater stigma surrounding symptoms.

Kirk Martin, founder of celebratecalm.com, gives parents the tools to handle morning frenzy and after-school fatigue, partner with teachers to help them understand your ADHD child, and more.

How many times has your ADHD child completed his homework, then lost it before he could turn it in? Donna Goldberg offers solutions to help tame the chaos of lockers and backpacks and keep computer files organized.

ADHD doesn't affect adults only during the workday. Michele Novotni, Ph.D., presents everyday solutions for fighting procrastination, identifying strengths, getting motivated in the morning, and, yes, getting to sleep at night.

Do you have trouble getting things done? Use the concrete strategies from ADHD coach Beth Main to develop a task-management system that works, avoid procrastination, and learn when to delegate, defer, and drop to-do items.

Adults with ADHD have an especially hard time refocusing after interruptions, whether from technology, from other people, or internal sources. Geraldine Markel, Ph.D., outlines a seven-step system to limit distractions.

Are you always late? Does time feel "infinite" or "like a black hole" to you? Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., explains why common time-management techniques don't work for ADDers, and describes some solutions that will.

Sandy Newmark, M.D., explains why the right nutrition can make a big difference for children with ADHD. Learn the family meal-planning approach (starting with a good breakfast!) that can help improve symptoms.

Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D., offers the latest research to refute common myths about attention deficit disorder, including "ADHD isn't real," "bad parenting causes ADHD," and "most kids outgrow ADHD."

Weak working memory is what causes adults with ADHD to forget where we parked the car or the item we just ran to the store to buy. Dr. Ari Tuckman presents exercises and tricks you can use to build up your working memory.

Let Ned Hallowell, M.D., inspire you to switch from trying to "fix" your child or yourself to raising a champion. He discusses an optimized treatment plan that includes medical and natural interventions as well as lifestyle changes.

Do you think you or your child might have ADHD? Joel Nigg, M.D., explains how to get a foolproof diagnosis, discusses new diagnostic techniques, like brain imaging, and runs through what you should do before seeing a doctor.

Do people in your or your child's life just not get attention deficit? Michele Novotni, Ph.D., shares strategies and sample language you can use to explain ADHD in different settings, and to raise awareness in your community.

Streamlining your ever-growing piles of paperwork, developing new routines to stay organized -- and sticking with them, setting up systems to jog your memory, and more from adult ADHD coach Sandy Maynard, M.S.

Terry Matlen shares her best strategies, from one woman and mom with ADHD to another, about limiting responsibilities, creating structure for yourself and your child, managing paperwork and clutter, and more.

Dr. Craig Surman and Dr. Tim Bilkey describe the organization and time-management strategies that work best for ADDers, explain how to drop negative thinking patterns, and more to help adults with "fast minds" start thriving.

Marriage consultant Melissa Orlov offers relationship-saving advice on communicating clearly and fighting productively, allocating household duties, helping a partner who denies ADHD, and more.

Dr. William Dodson takes us on an insider's tour of the ADHD nervous system. Learn how to build on your strengths to function at remarkable levels, get engaged in a task you find boring, and more.

Practical tips for addressing your ADHD child's social challenges, including reading body language and other cues, conveying feelings, facing bullying, and more, from leading social skills therapist Cathi Cohen.

Parents of ADHD teens must eventually take a step back to encourage them to develop independence. Jodi Sleeper-Triplett explains how to become your child's coach, modeling healthy behaviors and life skills.

Does your child with ADHD have trouble making and keeping friends? Social skills expert Fred Frankel, Ph.D., give practical tips for hosting a successful play date, developing closer friendships, and more.

ADHD is frequently accompanied by one or more comorbid conditions, such as depression, anxiety, learning disabilities, or ODD. Dr. Larry B. Silver explains what to look for, and how to treat dual diagnoses.

Special education lawyer Matt Cohen, J.D., answers parents' questions about getting teachers on your team, best IEP and 504 Plans for ADHD children, steps to take when your child is denied accommodations, and more.

Judith Kolberg, a pioneer of the field of professional organizing, shares her innovative advice to help chronically disorganized adults with ADHD clear their space and get things done.

Best-selling author Zoe Kessler shares her story, which every woman with ADD will relate to, and her strategies and resources to heal emotionally and overcome shame after a midlife diagnosis.

Don't let your child lose the academic skills he gained last last school year! ADHD education specialist Sandra Rief, M.A., suggests fun summer activities parents can use to improve math, reading, and writing abilities.

Smart But Scattered co-author Peg Dawson, Ed.D., explains how to strengthen the executive skills teens with ADHD need, like planning, organization, and time management, to make good, independent decisions.

Steven Dickstein, M.D., explores age-appropriate medical and non-medical ADHD treatments, as well as how to adapt treatment based on symptoms, diagnoses, and an individual's strengths and weaknesses.

Are you living in CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome)? Marla Cilley, the founder of flylady.net, explains the concrete "baby steps" ADDers can take to de-clutter and establish new household routines.

Is your teen ready to manage his time, secure accommodations, renew his ADHD medication...do his laundry? Theresa Maitland, Ph.D., co-author of On Your Own: A College Readiness Guide for Teens with ADHD/LD, explains how to prepare your young adult ADDer.

Practical advice for ADHD adults to defuse negative self-talk, and make good decisions when emotions throw you off course, from Peggy Ramundo, co-author of the best-selling book, You Mean I’m Not Lazy, Stupid, or Crazy?!

Education and mental health specialist Chris Zeigler Dendy explains how to work with your child's school as well as the specific accommodations that will help your ADHD child with executive function deficits succeed academically.

Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., author of The Explosive Child, outlines positive parenting techniques that will help oppositional and defiant kids manage frustration and develop greater empathy and reasoning skills.

Improving behavior in elementary-aged children through consistency, external motivators, and selective negative consequences, from Mary Rooney, a clinical psychologist at the ADHD and Disruptive Behavior Disorders Center.

Parents of ADHD children with challenging behavior  may be locked in a cycle of defiance, disrespect, bullying, sibling fights, meltdowns, and power struggles. Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm, explains how to stop that cycle.

Would you like to reduce your dose or do away with ADHD meds? Learn about effective nutrition for ADHD and minerals and supplements that can help manage symptoms from Dr. Sandy Newmark, author of ADHD Without Drugs: A Guide to Natural Care of Children with ADHD.

Techniques to help children with ADHD and learning disabilities plan assignments, finish homework without arguing, improve working memory, and much more from Susan Kruger, a certified teacher and reading specialist.

Learn all about choosing ADHD medications, minimizing side effects, fine-tuning treatment, and much more from board-certified psychiatrist Dr. William Dodson.

ADHD can be a gift, as long as you find the right ways to manage it. ADD guru Dr. Ned Hallowell discusses ways to stay organized, meet your goals, and control comorbid conditions.

How does attention deficit disorder affect your child's behavior and development? Dr. Russell Barkley explains, and offers insightful tips on providing structure, consequences, and rewards.