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Over decades of research and work with thousands of families, Russell A. Barkley has become a leading authority on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and teens. He has learned what a huge difference parents can make in supporting their children's success - as well as how overwhelming it can be. This concise guide presents 12 key parenting principles for dealing with common behavioral, emotional, and school challenges.

Does toxic pollution cause attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? What about screen use? Are alternative treatments worth exploring? Can dietary changes help? From leading ADHD researcher Joel T. Nigg, this book presents exciting treatment advances grounded in the new science of epigenetics - how genes and the environment interact. Distinguishing unsupported, even dangerous, approaches from bona fide breakthroughs, Dr. Nigg describes specific lifestyle changes that have been proven to support the developing brain.

You’re overwhelmed and tired, mentally, emotionally, maybe even physically. You overthink everything, feel like you're never doing enough, and constantly worry about what others think of you. You're stuck in cycles of procrastination, perfectionism, or people-pleasing. Social situations can feel draining, and even rest doesn’t feel restful. You’re the one who holds it together. You care deeply and try so hard to be good and helpful, while quietly unraveling inside. You get things done, but you never feel done. You never feel rested. You never feel right.You find yourself endlessly ...

We are GenX sisters, in menopause, and (SURPRISE) newly diagnosed with ADHD. Since we found out, we’ve spent most weekends in my backyard in Brooklyn, with our champagne brunch, discussing. Many are now finding out they were never diagnosed, so we thought we would bring everyone into our backyard discovery sessions… hoping it will help.

Welcome to Every Brain is Different, the podcast designed for parents raising kids with Autism, ADHD, and other neurodiverse conditions. Discover practical parenting strategies, expert insights, and real-life stories that highlight the strengths and challenges of neurodivergent individuals. Join us to connect with a supportive community of parents, gain tools to help your child thrive, and celebrate the unique ways every brain works. If you're looking for inspiration, effective parenting strategies, or simply a sense of connection, tune into Every Brain is Different and join a community that ...

The ADHD Linguist is a short-form podcast where language, culture, neurodivergence and real life intersect. Hosted by Hiba Bayyat — an ADHD interpreter and translator — this podcast shares bite-sized reflections on navigating the world while wired differently. Each episode is short, honest and grounded in lived experience. Perfect for curious minds and busy brains. 📬 Connect or contribute: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - @theadhdlinguist Email: ⁠info@theadhdlinguist.com

Welcome to The ADHD Revolution! I'm Jean Gibson, a certified ADHD life coach and author of the ADHD Support Handbook, and I'm on a mission to empower and inspire caregivers, parents, and grandparents of children living with ADHD. This podcast is your go-to resource for relatable insights and actionable tips to help you navigate the challenges of ADHD with confidence and compassion. Join me on this journey for expert advice, heartfelt stories, and practical support to ensure you never feel alone. Let’s revolutionise our approach to ADHD.

Listen to people share candid stories about the moment it clicked that they have ADHD. Host Laura Key, who’s had her own ADHD “aha” moment, chats with guests about common topics like ADHD and shame, mental health challenges, and more. Through heartfelt interviews, listeners learn about the unexpected, emotional, and even funny ways ADHD symptoms surface for kids and adults.

Are you tired of the daily battles, the problems with listening and focus, meltdowns over minor frustrations, and the constant feeling of walking on eggshells in your own home? If you're a parent who feels overwhelmed, stuck in a cycle of reactivity, and utterly exhausted from trying to manage your child's challenging behaviors, you are not alone. You've tried everything—the sticker charts, the timeouts, the endless negotiations—but nothing creates lasting change. The answer isn't more discipline. The secret is understanding the brain. Welcome to Dysregulated Kids: Science-Backed Parenting...

“Salted with insights and epigrams, the book is argued with bracing honesty and flashes of authentic wisdom…[an] excellent book.” —Andrew Solomon, The New York Times Book Review ""[A] richly woven, entertaining, enlightening, wrenching and funny book.” —The Washington Post Thousands...

Why America's sons are underachieving, and what we can do about it. Something is happening to boys today. From kindergarten to college, American boys are, on average, less resilient and less ambitious than they were a mere twenty years ago. The gender gap in college attendance and graduation...

This Podcast is about what it's like to have ADHD and different techniques people can apply to their life to find their own version of what organized means. Megs is a professional organizer coach with ADHD and shares how organizing your brain, while understanding how it works, provides the key to living your best life.

Living with ADHD can make it hard to keep a healthy lifestyle, yet an unhealthy lifestyle can make ADHD more intense! A lifetime of dealing with this cycle can result in many finding themselves stuck in a swamp of sadness. I've been there too. I'm an ADHD Girl, but I also have a decade of experience with clients under my belt, guiding thousands towards better health and happiness as a coach! I'll share personal stories, insights and teachings on this podcast, to help you become a Healthy Happy you.This podcast is no substitute for medical care, professional advice or clinical treatment. ...

Amber Tamblyn, Jessica Valenti, Lidia Yuknavitch, Jia Tolentino, Samantha Irby, Meredith Talusan, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Amy Poehler, America Ferrera, Ada Limón, and Huma Abedin are among the impressive list of authors contributing to this powerful collection of essays that takes a...

An approachable guide to being a thoughtful, informed ally to disabled people, with actionable steps for what to say and do (and what not to do) and how you can help make the world a more inclusive place ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: NPR, Booklist “A candid, accessible cheat...

HYPERFOCUSED! is a peer support network dedicated for those with ADHD or awaiting assessment, or maybe just curious..We are also here to help family, friends, colleagues to understand more about ADHD and how it can affect people.Join our hosts ADiie and HaiDee as they take deep dives into the world of ADHD and discuss all manner of issues around neurodivergence.With short episodes we hope that a bite-size approach makes it easy to digest and help with raisng awareness.Our website is at www.hyperfocused.co.uk

An unprecedented guide for any woman with ADHD looking to celebrate her unique brilliance and to embark on a journey of self-discovery. ADHD is one of the most common neurological disor­ders in the United States—yet a staggering 75 percent of girls and women remain undiagnosed. Due to the...

ADHD: The Bumpy Road to Freedom A raw and honest podcast about navigating life with ADHD, from the front seat of the journey itself. 🎧 Listen Now this journey called life while living with ADHD can be a bit bumpy at times. With the uphills and down, winding roads and detours How do we navigate it all and really be free to enjoy the ride ? This Bumpy road, Real experiences, thoughts and advice from those that have traveled it and found freedom to make this journey called life with ADHD the little bit smoother.

The author of the groundbreaking New York Times bestsellers Girls & Sex and Cinderella Ate My Daughter now turns her focus to the sexual lives of young men, once again offering ""both an examination of sexual culture and a guide on how to improve it"" (Washington Post). Peggy Orenstein’s Girls...

The author of Self-Compassion follows up her groundbreaking book with new ideas that expand our notion of self-kindness and its capacity to transform our lives, showing women how to balance tender self-acceptance with fierce action to claim their power and change the world. Kristin Neff...