Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Monika Roots about talking to your teen about pornography.     How to Talk to Your Complex Kids [and Other Important Relationships] Strained communication can create a hot mess of misunderstanding and conflict -- whether it's with your kids or any significant relationship in your life. In this FREE guide, you'll discover your role in communication dynamics and 10 simple but effective ways to help you build more trust and calm in your communication with your complex kids -- and any relationship.    https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/communication-tools?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=communication   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Dr. Monika highlights the importance of ongoing communication and guidance when it comes to helping children navigate the digital world safely. Dr. Monika stresses the significance of acknowledging vulnerability, offering genuine apologies, and making efforts to mend connections. By establishing trust, children are more likely to approach their parents with concerns or questions about online experiences. Dr. Monika discusses the importance of being vigilant for signs of mental health changes that could indicate exposure to harmful online content or technology addiction.   Related Links:   Website:  BendHealth.com Let Go, Control Freak Parent!:  https://impactparents.com/let-go-control-freak-parent 5 Steps to Settle Family Politics:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/5-steps-to-settle-family-politics/ Confident Parenting – Why Bother?:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/confident-parenting/ 5 Tips for Having Embarrassing Conversations with Your Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/5-tips-for-having-embarrassing-conversations-with-your-kids/ A Parent’s Guide to Sexting, Texting, and Teens:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/a-parents-guide-to-sexting-texting-and-teens/ Handling Conflict with Complex Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/handling-conflict-with-complex-kids IPPF Report:  https://www.ippf.org/sites/default/files/2016-05/ippf_cse_report_eng_web.pdf Learning Network Newsletter:  https://gbvlearningnetwork.ca/our-work/issuebased_newsletters/issue-39/Learning-Network-Issue-39.pdf Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Opinion:  Surgeon General:  Social Media Platforms Need A Health Warning:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/opinion/social-media-health-warning.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Teaching Kids to be Responsible with Technology:  https://youtu.be/9_NbAkoaZjk Intern'l Conf on ADHD 2022 Takeaway Part 2: Technology & Gaming Research:  https://youtu.be/3OmacXsemNc?si=Avmr_v_c9YIBBVWn Tech Overwhelm and the Metaverse:  https://youtu.be/HXN4ShSNbvw Surgeon General Warning on Social Media: How should parents respond?:  https://youtu.be/H67o7CMioCM   Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift   Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with John Paul Simon about risks and prevention for children watching adult material online.   How to Talk to Your Complex Kids [and Other Important Relationships]   Strained communication can create a hot mess of misunderstanding and conflict -- whether it's with your kids or any significant relationship in your life. In this FREE guide, you'll discover your role in communication dynamics and 10 simple but effective ways to help you build more trust and calm in your communication with your complex kids -- and any relationship.  https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/communication-tools?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=communication   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: John Paul explains setting controls and initiating early and ongoing conversations about technology use are crucial steps towards fostering a safe digital environment for children. John Paul and Elaine underscore the dual nature of technology, portraying it as both a privilege and a responsibility. John Paul highlights the importance of engaging in complex and continuous dialogues with children about internet safety, sexuality, and instilling values around technology.     Related Links: Website:  https://www.nj4sbergenhub.org 5 Tips for Having Embarrassing Conversations with Your Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/5-tips-for-having-embarrassing-conversations-with-your-kids/ A Parent’s Guide to Sexting, Texting, and Teens:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/a-parents-guide-to-sexting-texting-and-teens/ Handling Conflict with Complex Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/handling-conflict-with-complex-kids IPPF Report:  https://www.ippf.org/sites/default/files/2016-05/ippf_cse_report_eng_web.pdf VAW Learning Network:  https://gbvlearningnetwork.ca/our-work/issuebased_newsletters/issue-39/Learning-Network-Issue-39.pdf Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Opinion:  Surgeon General:  Social Media Platforms Need A Health Warning:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/opinion/social-media-health-warning.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb     Books: Tap, Click, Read: Growing Readers in a World of Screens:  https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1119091896/?tag=im0ea3-20 iRules: What Every Tech-Healthy Family Needs to Know about Selfies, Sexting, Gaming, and Growing up:  https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00FWT9J1U/?tag=im0ea3-20 The Gaming Overload Workbook: A Teen's Guide to Balancing Screen Time, Video Games, and Real Life:  https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1684035511/?tag=im0ea3-20 The Parent's Guide to Parenting in the Digital Age: An Easy Reference Tool to Support and Empower Parents and Caregivers (The Digital Parent's Toolkit Series):  https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1547146362/?tag=im0ea3-20 Raising a Child Responsibly in a Sexually Permissive World:  https://impactparents.com/books/raising-child-responsibly-sexually-permissive-world/   Connect with John Paul Simon: Website:  https://www.nj4sbergenhub.org LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-paul-simon-lmft-acs-480237238/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift   Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dani Donovan is a purpose-driven creator and the founder/CEO of The Anti-Boring Project. Her unorthodox self-help book “The Anti-Planner: How to Get Sh*t Done When You Don’t Feel Like It” offers procrastinators innovative strategies, activities, and games to understand their emotions and overcome productivity roadblocks. Dani’s work empowers individuals with ADHD understand themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and better explain their struggles to loved ones. Her relatable webcomics, viral TikToks, and closing keynote at the 2021 International ADHD Conference have established her as a prominent voice in the mental health community. Dani has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC News, and The Guardian. Her efforts have encouraged thousands to seek diagnosis and treatment. Check out her work at ADHDDD.com and anti-planner.com! Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Dani Donovan about procrastination and emotion. Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/top-twelve-tips-bonus?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=12-tips Here is what to expect on this week’s show: • Dani emphasizes the effectiveness of personalized learning strategies, such as using art to help her son study. This highlights the significance of tailoring educational approaches to individual interests and needs. • The Feelings-Based Productivity Approach advocated by Dani organizes productivity tools based on emotional states. This approach addresses how individuals feel, ultimately boosting productivity by acknowledging and working with their emotions. • Elaine and Dani stress the importance of collaborative communication and incorporating humor to navigate the challenges of ADHD. Effective communication and a light-hearted approach can make dealing with ADHD-related difficulties more manageable. Related Links: • How to Respond When Your Kid Says Everything is Boring: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/kid-says-everything-is-boring/ • Empathy: A Magic Wand to Connect with Complex Kids and Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/empathy-a-magic-wand-to-connect-with-complex-kids-teens/ • The Anti Boring Project: https://www.antiboringproject.com • ADHD Conference: https://chadd.org/conference/ • The Anti-Planner: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1944627073/?tag=im0ea3-20 Connect with Dani: Website:  anti-planner.com Website:  https://adhddd.com/ Twitter:  https://x.com/danidonovan TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@danidonovan Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/danidonovan Patreon:  patreon.com/danidonovan Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The brain is a very complex and fascinating thing. How does it affect you wellbeing, and what can you do to improve overall brain wellness? Dr. Jackson is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist and a Doctor of Chiropractic. As a life-long student, her studies have continued with extensive post-graduate education in the areas of neurodevelopmental disorders, clinical translational research, nutrition, and functional neurology. Years of clinical work, hands-on experience with over 1,000 children and adults, being a mom, and the desire to help each individual maximize their potential led her to where she is today.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Dr. Rebecca Jackson about how to help your child have a healthy brain and be their best self. Motivation Guide: In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, join with parents all over the world who are successfully using these 3 steps and 7 quick tips to motivate their children and teens to respond to requests without meltdowns, distractions, or pushback. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: How the brain works and how it affects our everyday lives The concept of neuroplasticity and how the brain can change at any age How to improve brain function through brain training and other exercises Connect with Dr. Jackson: Dr. Rebecca Jackson Website Instagram LinkedIn   Brain Balance: Website Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Siblings fight – we wish it didn’t happen, but sometimes there’s nothing we can do. Or is there? Sometimes, a fight is just a fight. But more often than not, there’s a deeper issue at play. For example, a squabble over a stuffed animal may actually be a competition for attention. Roya Kravetz is a Board Certified and ICF Credentialed Life Coach specializing in strength-based coaching for children, teens, adults, and parents whose lives are affected by ADHD or similar behavioral and/or organizational challenges. She is also a certified Career Coach, mainly for clients with an ADHD diagnosis. Roya is Co-Founder and a Thought-Leader for Parenting 2.0, an international movement that facilitates positive change by nurturing a more proactive life skills educational process. She has been published several times and is a regular speaker at local, national and international conferences. Fluent in three languages, Roya coaches clients nationally and internationally Top 10 Ways to Stop Meltdowns in Their Tracks In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, learn 10 tips that will actually help you reduce the frequency and intensity of meltdowns for good! Used by parents all over the world, successfully help children manage their intense emotions and triggers so they learn to respond with respect and calm. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Roya Kravetz about some of the best ways to help kids get along, especially siblings in a family with ADHD. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: What is the impact of ADHD on family dynamics? How important it is to educate both the child and the parents about ADHD? How do ADHD coaches help to modify the family dynamic?   Related Blogs: Pick Your Battles To Achieve Family Peace How to Get Siblings to Love Each Other 3 step Method to ACE Communication with Complex Kids & Teens Six Things to STOP Saying to your (ADHD) Kids Why Nagging Doesn't Work, Especially for Kids with ADHD Relationships by Design   Connect with Roya: Website Facebook Twitter   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you struggling to understand why your complex child behaves and responds the way they do? There are many nuances to the what and why, it often requires an expert to analyze it for you. Enter Mikki Gaffen Stone.   Mikki is a Licensed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist.  She has travelled widely, working with families on three continents, in 8 countries. Her background as a registered nurse, Montessori teacher and preschool assistant teacher - and as a parent herself - gives Mikki a broad range of experience and understanding to draw from when working with the diverse needs of children and parents. Mikki's favorite place to start is with communication and understanding.  Enhancing understanding between parents and children is an excellent place to begin when looking to create safe, happy homes for all family members to enjoy.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Mikki Gaffen Stone as she shares her unique perspective on coaching parents of complex children to see beyond labels and find their child’s strengths.   Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible:  What is recommended treatment for children and teens  Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication  Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring.  ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: What is masking, and why do people do it? How can you teach empathy if someone doesn't have the inclination for it? What are the benefits and drawbacks of making eye contact?   Connect with Mikki: Website Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I don't know anyone with ADHD who doesn't have trouble with sleep," says Guest Expert Dr. Roberto Olivardia, kicking things right into gear for this week’s podcast. Along with eating and general impulsivity, sleep is a top complaint Olivardia hears from parents of the kids he works with. It’s important to know that it’s not kids being difficult that causes the problems. Research shows that, for many with ADHD, their circadian rhythm can actually be offset, which makes it hard to fall asleep. Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and Lecturer in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He maintains a private psychotherapy practice in Lexington, Massachusetts, where he specializes in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and in the treatment of eating disorders in boys and men. He has spoken on numerous podcasts and webinars and presents at many talks and conferences around the country. He currently sits on the Professional Advisory Boards for Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD) and the Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA). He also serves on the Scientific Advisory Board for ADDitude and is a Featured Expert for Understood.   Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Roberto Olivardia about understanding the connection of sleep to ADHD management. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Sleep is a fundamental issue for people with ADHD Understanding how sleep affects you kid helps map out a course for solutions Create a mutual understanding with your child to create sleep routines   Related Articles: It All Starts with Sleep Five Things to Get Your Kids (or Anyone) to Do What You Ask Connect with Roberto: https://add.org/professional-directory/dr-roberto-olivardia/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all want our kids to be able to regulate and manage their own behavior. Kids with ADHD are particularly prone to risky behaviors, which are often a way of seeking out stimulation. How do we manage risky behavior? Listen to this insightful Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss how to address and manage risky behavior in ADHD kids. 12 Tips for Parenting a Complex Teen From the experts at ImpactParents (and the moms of 6 young adults!), we promise you this: it’s not too late. In this FREE guide you’ll learn 12 fool-proof tips to improve conversations and reconnect with your teens so you can guide them to become independent and successful. Parents all over the world have better relationships with their teens using these tools. You can, too! Here is what to expect on this week’s show: The manifestation of risky behaviors in kids with ADHD Help manage risky behaviors and encourage good decisions Identifying the underlying causes, and addressing them Connect with Elaine and Diane www.impactparents.com Instagram @impactparents Facebook @impactparent LinkedIn @impactparents Twitter @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If so – you probably find yourself frustrated and flustered at times, unsure how to support without enabling, how to guide without hovering – and how to help make sure your child or students are able to learn strategies to take ownership of their education and become independent over time. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Michelle Cooper and Michelle Grey are mothers with a background in business and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. They help small businesses and residential clients reach their full potential by becoming more efficient and productive. Both are Certified Professional Organizers, members of the National Association of Professional Organizers and the Institute for Challenging Disorganization. They are founding members of the NAPO special interest group for student organizers. In addition to maintaining separate businesses, the Michelles work together to make a difference in the lives of children. Student Organizers of Atlanta works with all age students. While they do collaborate with teachers, the majority of their efforts are spent working one on one with students and their families. Based on extensive research on individual learning styles and brain function, they established a comprehensive method to design organizational systems that accommodate each student's unique needs. Student Organizers of Atlanta provides public speaking throughout the Atlanta area.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Michelle Cooper and Michelle Grey about organization skills for complex kids. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Understanding your child’s needs and how they process information Understanding a hands-on approach is needed before your child is self-managed Tackling frustration of why your kids “can’t just” do something   Related Blogs: 3 Tips for Parents when School is Hard for Complex Kids Outrageous Homework Advice for Kids with ADHD Connect with “The Michelles”: Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pill is not always the fix-all for any condition. ADHD is no different. For some, the medications can create more problems than they solve. Dietary changes can offer an alternative.   Dana Kay is a board-certified holistic health and nutrition practitioner, two times international bestselling author, and the CEO and founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute. As a mother of a child with ADHD, she knows firsthand the struggles that come with parenting a neurodiverse child and the freedom that is possible once parents learn to reduce ADHD symptoms. Dana has been featured in Forbes and Authority Magazine and on Medium, Influencive, Thrive Global, and various other online media. She has also been a guest at multiple parenting and ADHD summits and podcasts. Her mission is to help families reduce ADHD symptoms naturally so that children with ADHD can thrive at home, at school, and in life.   Listen to this information-filled Parenting With Impact episode with Dana Kay about her journey of finding an alternative to medication to treat her child’s ADHD through dietary changes.   Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Removing the toxic load from your child’s life can reduce inflammation. Is chelation the right choice for your child? Your health is highly impacted by your gut, including your brain function   Links Mentioned: Thriving With ADHD Book Cure Your Child with Food Book    Related Articles: Going Gluten Free   Eating Gluten was Making a Mess of My Daughter Going Gluten Free Reduced my Daughter’s Toxic Load, But Wasn’t Panacea Is Gluten Taking the Blame for an Herbicide Problem? Article     Connect with Dana: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Pinterest TikTok  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Backpack? Check. Lunchbox? Check. Brushed teeth? Check. You breathe a sigh of relief, rushing your kids to the bus stop. You just barely make it before the bus leaves, and you look down. Shoes. You forgot to check for shoes. Morning madness strikes again. Sound familiar? Check. As parents of complex kids, we have had many struggles getting our kids out the door. It's a universal challenge. And this week’s guest expert interview with Dr. Michele Novotni gives the scoop on some simple tricks to manage morning madness.   Dr. Michele Novotni is an internationally recognized expert in the field of ADHD. She spearheaded the lobbying efforts for the U. S. Senate Resolution for a national ADHD Awareness Day, and is the former president of ADDA, a best-selling author, psychologist, coach, consultant for Shire, and parent of a young adult with ADHD. The author of What Does Everybody Else Know That I Don't? and The Novotni Social Skills Checklist, she has served as a resource for national publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Seventeen Magazine, MSNBC.com, and more. A columnist for ADDitude Magazine, she and was the technical editor for ADHD For Dummies. Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting.   Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Dr. Michele Novotini about minimizing stress and mayhem in the mornings before school. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Learning to problem-solve WITH your child, not for them Setting alarms to help with time management Incorporating additional time to allow for last-minute tasks   Related Blogs: Let Your Kids Create Their Own Systems and Structures Mornings and Teens with ADHD- Can They End in “I Love You”? Related Course: Minimize Meltdowns   Connect with Dr. Novotini: Website   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gender identity is a topic today amongst youth. If you are a parent who has a child who is questioning their gender identity, you certainly have a lot of questions about how to best support them on their journey.   Cate “Cash” Ashby is a licensed psychotherapist in New Mexico and California and Florida. They hold a Master’s degree in counseling from the College of Santa Fe. Cash specializes in counseling individuals and families who want to focus on issues related to gender and sexuality. They work with: LGBTQ folks specifically focused on transgender and clients who desire to process their gender identity with a supportive therapist, supporting Queer folks in their journey to alignment within themselves and their surroundings, educating parents, family members and employers as to how to help create gender-affirming relationships and environments. Cash utilizes the following approaches: Following the WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) standards of care for mental health for transgender and non-binary individuals; Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-a researched-based, a modified type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Its main goals are to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others; The research and curriculum of Dr. Brené Brown, PhD-New York Times Bestselling Author and Social Work scholar.   Listen to this informative Parenting With Impact episode with Cash Ashby about how to begin the conversation and be supportive of your child if they are questioning or changing their gender identity.   “Parenting Gender and/or Queer Kids with Neurodiversity” Raising complex kids with gender &/or sexuality identity differences can be isolating, frustrating and scary. Add a layer of neurodiversity and it can feel like we’re parenting in a whole new dimension. This FREE one-page resource guide provides parents of neurodiverse kids who identify as queer or questioning with links to established resources, organizations, influencers, and books (for kids and adults), and an invitation to join an online group: Gender &/or Queer Kids with Neurodiversity (Parent Group). Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Addressing a shift in your child’s gender identity with an open mind and respect Honoring both perspectives of parent and child based on lived experiences How to handle exploration of medical changes   Links Mentioned: What is DBT and How Does it Differ From Other Treatement? WPATH, The World Professional Association For Transgender Health The Transgender Training Institute ImpactParents Neuro-Queer Support Group NEW: 4 Week Support Group for Parents! Connect with Cash: Website  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A child that is both gifted (a 130 IQ, according to the Columbus Group) and has at least one learning disability (LD) may also be referenced as twice exceptional (or 2E). Dr. Michael Postma is a consultant, speaker, and author dedicated to the holistic development of both gifted and twice-exceptional children. Over the last two decades, Dr. Postma has worked in the field of gifted/talented education as both a teacher and administrator in the Public School system, and was the architect of the Minnetonka Navigator Program, a magnet school for highly and profoundly gifted students. He currently is the Executive Director of the SENG (Supporting the Emotional Needs of Gifted) Organization (SengGifted.org), lives in Surf City, NC and is the father of four children, three of whom are twice-exceptional. Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible:  What is recommended treatment for children and teens  Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication  Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring.  ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Michael Postma about what it means to be twice exceptional. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: How does “gifted” interact with learning disabilities? The importance of social/emotional development in gifted individuals Societal shortcomings in recognizing and addressing challenges for 2E kids Links Mentioned: Five Motivators to Get Anything Done Underachiever or Overachiever? The Link Between Brain Maturity & Academic Success with ADHD Play Your Way to a Higher IQ     Connect with Michael: Gifted And Thriving Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting during the summer presents unique challenges, as parents strive to create a balance between structured activities and unstructured downtime for their children. Elaine and Diane, both experienced in navigating these summertime hurdles, offer insightful perspectives on the matter. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss summer stressors. Ten Self Care Tips for Parents Do you give and give until you give yourself away? You’re not alone! In this FREE guide for caring (and exhausted!) parents, you may recognize some of the key tips -- but it’s always good to have a reminder! And then there will be some new ideas to help you put yourself back on your list and find a little more peace and joy in family life. Sure, your kids may need more than other kids. But that doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the care you need to keep helping your kids! Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Elaine and Diane advocate for a flexible structure that allows for goal-setting across different types of activities Elaine and Diane stress the importance of parents prioritizing self-care during the summer months. Involving children in the summer planning process not only encourages autonomy but also fosters essential life skills like executive function and self-sufficiency. Related Links: Flexibility + Structure = Moderation: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/flexibility-structure-moderation-2/ Managing Summer Stressors:  A Message to Moms with ADHD:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/managing-summer-stressors-a-message-to-moms-with-adhd/ Planning Summer Days Rhythm and Routine with Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/planning-summer-days-rhythm-and-routine-with-kids Summer Planning with Complex Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/summer-planning-with-complex-kids Setting Boundaries for Summer:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/setting-boundaries-for-summer/ Dinner with an ADHD Family:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/dinner-adhd-family/ Anxiety 101: Let Go of Expectations (success story):  https://youtu.be/BmUOXqqL8tY Parenting Is Improv!:  https://youtu.be/xjt1rT_Tioo Travel Planning with Anxious, Inflexible, Neurodiverse Kids:  https://youtu.be/JWhIFPvmTNU Yes, You Can Teach Life Skills Through GAMING:  https://youtu.be/RQL8PUcbGvM Motivation Myths & the Magic of P.I.N.C.H.:  https://youtu.be/2TkKOif9LrU   Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift   Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revolutionizing the education system through technology is a hot topic today. How are the needs of ADHD students a part of the conversation? Elaine and Diane sit down with Entrepreneur, Adrien Harrison as he talks about his targeted courses that offer solutions to the particular struggles of ADHD learners. Adrien is a serial entrepreneur, startup advisor, and the founder of Smart Course, an education technology and healthcare startup offering online courses, marketplaces, and a collaborative platform for caregivers of kids with special needs. Adrien consults for hundreds of founders, advising them on finding product-market fit, business development best practices, UI/UX design, digital marketing, online course creation, B2B/B2C sales, mindset, and scaling startups. He provides an end-to-end solution for entrepreneurs from market validation to product management to full-stack branding to sales and marketing optimization. Adrien’s main focus, Smart Course, tackles the lack of effective education for people with special needs or learning disabilities. Smart Course takes a tailored approach to student’s diverse personalities, skills, and problems; customizing and iterating its approach with data-driven content that leads to action and results. That way, students, clients, and caregivers can collaborate with the confidence and resources necessary to achieve their goals.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Adrien Harrison about an innovative way to customize learning for ADHD kids. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: What are the commonalities of learning issues for Middle School children? How can we simplify what teachers need to learn and do to support ADHD kids? The challenges of coordinating parents/teachers/kids on a single system. Links Mentioned: ADHD in Middle School Summit ADHD Summit   Related Videos: What do Teachers Really Know About ADHD? Teacher Training and ADHD   Connect with Adrien: Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s chaotic world, stress is an unfortunate fact of life, for us and our kids. For complex kids, it can be paralyzing. Luckily, Guest Expert Mary Anne Richey has a few effective strategies for helping complex kids manage stress. Mary Anne Richey is a Licensed School Psychologist who has been employed by the School District of Palm Beach County for thirty years as a middle school teacher, assistant principal, high school guidance counselor and currently as a school psychologist. She also maintains a private practice offering psycho-educational evaluation and consultation. She has presented many workshops on education related topics to local, state, and national conferences. She was selected Florida School Psychologist of the Year for 2012 and is currently a candidate for National School Psychologist of the Year for 2013. She earned bachelor's and master's degrees from Virginia Tech and a master's degree from Florida Atlantic University. She co-authored a book, Raising Boys with ADHD – Secrets for Parenting Healthy, Happy Sons, published by Prufrock Press in 2012. Mary Anne's proudest accomplishments are her two children, both Ivy League graduates and happy, successful adults.   Top 10 Ways to Stop Meltdowns in Their Tracks In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, learn 10 tips that will actually help you reduce the frequency and intensity of meltdowns for good! Used by parents all over the world, successfully help children manage their intense emotions and triggers so they learn to respond with respect and calm. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Mary Anne Richey about 4 tips you can use to manage stress for both you and your child. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: There are two types of stress: distress and eustress- what is the difference? What is your relationship to stress and how do you process it? Create a coping menu with your child, to arm them with tools that help. Related Articles: Stressed Out? 3 Stress-Management Tips for Parents Hijacked By Emotions? Tips to Get Everyone Back on Track Using Stress to Help Performance, Anxiety, and Self-Esteem A Parent's Best Question: Is It Naughty of Neurological? Teaching Self-Control to ADHD Kids, One Structure at a Time 3 Steps to Respond Without Reacting 3 Tricks to Relieve Mental Stress (Every Day) 5 Steps to Improve Cooperation with Your Kids with ADHD How to Help (Without Enabling) Your Kid: The Four Roles of the Parent Related Courses Minimalize Meltdowns Course  Connect with Mary Anne: Raising Boys With ADHD: Secrets for Parenting Healthy, Happy Sons LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parents often find themselves stuck in particular phases of parenting. How do we foster independence and empower them to take ownership of their lives? When do we find ourselves enabling vs helping them develop independence?   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss the 4 phases of parenthood- from complete dependence to independence.   Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Independence is a process, not a moment of time. What are the 4 stages of parenting? Identifying the difference between wanting independence and being capable of it. Are you stuck in director mode? How do you get into collaboration mode?   Related Podcast Episodes: Podcast on Independence Pyramid The What and Why of Behavior Training Emerging Adults   Related Article:  How to Help (Without Enabling) Your Kid: Four Roles of the Parent   Images: Parenting Phases For Complex Kids image   Connect with Elaine and Diane: www.impactparents.com Instagram: @impactparents Facebook:  @impactparent LinkedIn: @impactparents Twitter: @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all come into parenting with a lot of preconceived notions of how things should be. We read traditional advice from experts or inspirational quotes about the life-changing gift of parenthood. But early on, when it comes to raising a child with ADHD, not many people have a lot of familiarity with Executive Function. Dr. Bertin is a developmental pediatrician and author of How Children Thrive and Mindful Parenting for ADHD and Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Teen ADHD, which integrate mindfulness into pediatric care, and a contributing author for Teaching Mindfulness Skills to Kids and Teens. Dr. Bertin is on faculty at NY Medical College and the Windward Teacher Training Institute, on the board of directors for APSARD, the American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders, and on the advisory boards of Common-Sense Media and Reach Out and Read.  Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible:  What is recommended treatment for children and teens  Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication  Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring.  ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort.   Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Dr. Mark Bertin about executive function and how even a basic understanding of it can provide clarity in understanding your complex kid. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: What is executive function, and how does it play into your child’s challenges? Practical solutions are easier when you understand what your child’s challenges are Mindfulness plays an important part in understanding executive function Related Blogs: Worst Parenting Advice For Complex Kids Can You Actually Improve Your Child's Executive Function? A Parent's Best Question: Is It Naughty or Neurological? Calm the Chaos: The Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness with ADHD Connect with Dr. Bertin: Website Facebook Twitter: @MarkBertinMD LinkedIn   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once our kids are in high school and even college, they should be getting comfortable with advocating for themselves in getting the support they need in their education. What does the journey look like—should look like—on the way to that independence?   Laura J. Patey, M. Ed. Is the Dean for Academic Advancement at Wesleyan University, in Middletown, CT. She has over thirty years of experience in higher education, serving as director of services for students with disabilities at Wesleyan, Lesley University, and Wheelock College. Ms. Patey is a strategic educational leader with extensive experience working with students and faculty to ensure equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and has experience as a special education teacher, vocational rehabilitation counselor, consultant, and co-owner of a private, for-profit rehabilitation agency   Sydney Taylor-Klaus has a BA from Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT (class of 2020), with a double major in Chemistry and Neuroscience and Behavior. Diagnosed with Dyslexia in Elementary School, her love for math and science balanced her struggles with reading and writing. Over the years, Sydney learned to use strategies to manage her challenges, and became her own best advocate. After High School she took a Gap Year because she knew she needed a brain-break. Since college, she has been working as a medical assistant with her sights set on medical school -- a perfect match for her passions for science, teaching, and caring for other human beings! An avid Ultimate Frisbee player she found a passion for rock climbing as a second sport throughout the pandemic.   Listen to this motivational Parenting With Impact episode with Laura Patey and Sydney Taylor-Klaus about how to talk to your kids and encourage them to advocate for themselves in setting up accommodations at school.   10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: What are the foundations of seeking accommodations in high school and college? The importance of seeking support in college to understand needs on the college level. Understanding the PURPOSE of accommodations is key in taking ownership.   Links Mentioned: https://www.wesleyan.edu/studentaffairs/disabilities/Parents/transition.html Related Articles: How do I Motivate My Child to do… Anything!? Five Motivators to Get Anything Done ADHD Behavior Management- Is It All About Teaching Motivation?     Connect with Laura: Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most basic beliefs we carry about ourselves has to do with how we view our personality. You may have heard your child say something along the lines of, “Oh, I’m just not a math person,” or, “Organization isn’t my thing.” You may even recognize these types of attitudes in yourself. This is what’s known as a “fixed mindset,” a concept that originated in the book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck. Dr. Maggie Wray is an ICF-certified Academic Life Coach and ADHD coach, with a Ph.D. in Neurobiology and Behavior from Cornell and a Bachelor’s in Astrophysics from Princeton. She is passionate about helping students develop the skills they need to be successful in life, and believes that many of the skills that are most essential to students’ long-term life success are not being taught in school. In 2012, she founded Creating Positive Futures to help students develop the executive functioning skills, mindset, and study skills they need to excel in school but are often not learning in the classroom. Her unique coaching programs combine research-based strategies about neurobiology and the psychology of learning with the lessons she learned as a student at two Ivy League universities and her experiences teaching and coaching hundreds of teens over the past 10 years.  Top 10 Ways to Stop Meltdowns in Their Tracks In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, learn 10 tips that will actually help you reduce the frequency and intensity of meltdowns for good! Used by parents all over the world, successfully help children manage their intense emotions and triggers so they learn to respond with respect and calm. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Maggie Wray, joined by Diane Dempster about “fixed” and “growth” mindsets in kids and adults, and how you can tweak and rewire your habits to nourish your child’s mindset. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: What is the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset? How can one develop a growth mindset? Changing the way you respond to scenarios help in developing a growth mindset Related Blogs: How To Motivate Your Child To Be A Lifelong Learner Three Steps To Learn From Mistakes Without Shame Surprising Strategy for ADHD Management: Celebration Related Products: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck Connect with Maggie: Website LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your child having difficulty paying attention? What signs should you look for when trying to identify Inattentive ADHD? The signs and symptoms are not always typical signs of ADHD. Today, we dive into Inattentive ADHD so we can recognize it and make sure our kids get the support they need. Kristin Wilcox has a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and has spent over 20 years in academia as a behavioral pharmacologist studying drug abuse behavior and ADHD medications at Emory University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She has authored several manuscripts published in peer reviewed scientific journals and presented her research at international scientific meetings. Her book “Andrew’s Awesome Adventures with His ADHD Brain” shares her son’s experiences with inattentive-type ADHD, and her insights on parenting an ADHD son. Dr. Wilcox serves on the executive board of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, wanting to increase awareness and understanding of the inattentive subtype of ADHD in children and adults. Cynthia Hammer was diagnosed with inattentive ADHD in 1992 when she was 49 years old. In the next year she started the non-profit organization ADD Resources and was the director for 15 years. In March of 2019 she started a new non-profit, the Inattentive ADHD Coalition with a mission that children with inattentive ADHD are diagnosed by age 8 and adults with inattentive ADHD are readily and correctly diagnosed when they seek help. Listen to this insightful Parenting With Impact episode with Kristin Wilcox, PhD. and Cynthia Hammer about inattentive ADHD- what it is, what to look for, and why it is often missed.   Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Inattentive ADHD is often misdiagnosed- how does it differ from ADHD? Understanding can offer opportunities for conscious self-management Teachers are not trained to recognize the signs, but are eager to know more   Links Mentioned: Andrew's Awesome Adventures with His ADHD Brain   ADHD Evidence Inattentive ADHD In Boys Article ADHD Questionnaire Related Articles: Five Motivators to Get Anything Done Complex Kids: How To Motivate Your Child Tell Your Child About a Diagnosis: 7-Step Guide for Parents Help ADHD Kids Ask For Help   Connect with Kristin and Cynthia: Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Kristin’s Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many parents of complex kids are tired of feeling overwhelmed. They want to be done with the chaos – at least, the kind of chaos that is in their control. It's not always an easy task, but it can be done! Kricket Harrison is a Performance & Productivity expert working with businesses to increase performance, productivity and profits. As a professional speaker, Kricket is known for her dynamic and interactive presentations on the human side of business She is the creator and founder of the SMARTSuccess® Club, an online accountability program. Kricket has a degree in Psychology and Organizational Communication from the University of Texas. She is a certified coach with a specialty in ADHD adults and has presented at the ADDA, CHADD and ADHD Coaches Organization conferences.   Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Kricket Harrison about coping with feeling overwhelmed. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Chaos is often caused by poor planning and procrastination Elimination of procrastination- getting over the “penalty rush” Creating new patterns to unlearn your learned behaviors that no longer serve you Related Blogs: Managing Anxiety with ADHD Find Your Village  A New Look at Finding What Works Connect with Kricket: Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Much like parents arrange for accommodations at school for our complex kids, we need to create an accommodating environment at home. What does that look like? What does your kid need to support a skill that needs to be developed? Does your child need accommodations or remediation for lagging skills, and why is it important to know the difference? Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss accommodations and remediation and what you need to know about providing those at home for your child. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Identify if your child is read for remediation or if they still need accommodation What kinds of accommodations can you create at home to help your child? Remember to meet your child where they are and build up from there   Relevant Links: When School Says No… How To Get The Yes! A Huge “aha” Moment: Set Realistic Expectations for ADHD Kids How To Get ACT and SAT Accommodations for ADHD Part 1 How To Get ACT and SAT Accommodations for ADHD Part 2     Connect with Elaine and Diane: www.impactparents.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emotions are a tricky thing. They can be beautiful and powerful … but not always rational. When they become intense or come on too strong, they are hard to handle. When they’re always intense, it can feel intolerable! DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) -- which is different from traditional talk therapy and more targeted than CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) -- can teach complex kids how to handle intense emotions so they don't always feel so overwhelmed. Dr. Vay is the director of the DBT program at Peachtree Comprehensive Health (Peachtree DBT) in Atlanta, GA. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. Dr. Vay is the President of the DBT-Linehan Board of Certification™ and a DBT Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician ™. Prior to working in the outpatient setting, Dr. Vay has worked in a residential setting applying DBT to adolescents at the residential level of care. While working in the residential facility, Dr. Vay lead the team in becoming the first residential treatment center to become a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Program. She is also one of the official Site Reviewers for future programs seeking certification through DBT-Linehan Board of Certification. Dr. Vay has also received intensive training in Radically Open DBT(RO-DBT), Prolonged Exposure-DBT for trauma (DBT-PE), DBT-PTSD, DBT protocol adapted for children (DBT-C) as well as Level One and Two of Theraplay® and Group Theraplay®. Dr. Vay also supervises other clinicians and provides DBT consultation to other DBT clinicians who are either seeking certification or just wish to enhance their adherence to the treatment model. Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible:  What is recommended treatment for children and teens  Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication  Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring.  ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort.   Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Dr. Kimberly Vay about DBT treatment for emotional regulation. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: What DBT is and how it helps emotionally sensitive or avoidant children cope How group and individual therapy is utilized in DBT How is DBT different from CBT? Related Blogs: Stress and the ADHD Brain: There's Only One Antidote I Learned to Parent ADHD- from My Dog Trainer Let The Feelings Flow Executive Function Strategies for Children 3 Tricks to Relieve Mental Stress (Every Day) What to Do When Emotions Get Intense Calm the Chaos: The Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness with ADHD Parents are Missing Link to Empower Kids with ADHD Connect with Kimberly: Website   Facebook LinkedIn   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Taylor-Klaus reintroduces Successful Entrepreneurs and Senior Executives to their families. A serial entrepreneur, David is recognized for combining candor, intelligence, and humor with masterful coaching. He challenges leaders and their teams to reach their highest levels of performance in their professional and personal lives. David has lived with depression and ADHD for most of his life giving him a deep understanding of, and compassion for, the neurodivergence that is so common among entrepreneurs and maverick leaders. When David’s life work is done, no entrepreneur nor maverick leader will need to experience what he did: standing on the proverbial bridge wondering how they ever got so lost … David and his wife Elaine (also a best-selling author and professional coach), are "up-until-COVID empty-nesters" now living in the heart of Atlanta with their two dogs and an ever-changing array of their three children. Their life is rich and full! His best-selling book “Mindset Mondays with DTK: 52 Ways to REWIRE Your Thinking and Transform Your Life" is available on Amazon. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with David Taylor-Klaus about ADHD, co-parenting, and coaching. Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: David emphasizes the importance of talking to your children about everything and allowing them to share their thoughts and feelings openly. David and Elaine stress practicing active listening instead of constantly directing or correcting. Stay curious about their thoughts and experiences without imposing your own agenda. This helps build trust and strengthens the parent-child relationship. David and Elaine understand parenting, especially in a collaborative manner, requires significant time, effort, energy, and attention. It's essential to prioritize self-care and recharge your own resources to effectively support your children in their growth and development. Related Links: David Taylor-Klaus Mindset Mondays: dtkcoaching.com/rewire David Taylor-Klaus Website: dtkcoaching.com Articles on Depression for Parents: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/depression-and-adhd/ Parenting Together: Getting on the Same Page: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/parenting-together-getting-on-the-same-page/ Distraction and Depression: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/distraction-depression-2/ What If My CoParent's Not On The Same Page: https://youtu.be/ODGghyPOR8E Trusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us: https://youtu.be/ucPpgibyc_U Success! Curiosity & the Coach-Approach Transformed the Tone of Her Home: https://youtu.be/CcHgigVXwFk Parenting is Leadership Guide: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/leadership-bonus?utm_campaign=imp-freebie&utm_source=podcast-episode-165&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=leadership Connect with David: Website: dtkcoaching.com Mindset Mondays: dtkcoaching.com/rewire Facebook: https://facebook.com/DTKcoaching LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/davidtaylorklaus/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dtk Instagram: https://instagram.com/dtkcoaching Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The family unit. It sounds simple on paper, but how do you really work together as a family, especially when one or more family members have ADHD? Do you know how to run optimally as a family when someone is struggling? Sharon Saline, Psy.D., clinical psychologist and author of the award-winning book, What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life and The ADHD Solution Card Deck specializes in working with kids, young adults and families living with ADHD, learning disabilities and mental health issues. Her unique perspective – as a sibling in an ADHD home, combined with decades of experience as a clinical psychologist and educator/clinician consultant – assists her in guiding families and adults towards effective communication and closer connections. Dr. Saline lectures and facilitates workshops internationally on topics such as understanding ADHD, executive functioning, anxiety, different kinds of learners and the teen brain. Dr. Saline is a regular contributor to ADDitudemag.com and PsychologyToday.com, a featured expert on MASS Appeal on WWLP-TV and a part-time lecturer at the Smith School for Social Work. Listen to this insightful Parenting With Impact episode with Dr. Sharon Saline about family systems therapy and how to identify what is working and what isn’t within a family unit when one or more members have complexities such as ADHD. Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Identifying factors affecting your complex kid within the family dynamic Creating guidance for your complex kid to provide support rather than criticism Compassion for yourself is just as important as compassion for your child   Related Articles: Relationship Battles: Lay down Your Sword and Shield Model Self-Respect for your Kids: Tame the Bully Within   Connect with Dr. Saline: Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Pinterest YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know the drill: birth, school, college, adulthood. It’s a formula that somehow became mandatory – a script that we’re expected to follow. But what if that outline isn’t quite the right fit for your child? What if your smart teen isn’t ready for college? Judith S. Bass Certified Educational Planner Judith S. Bass, Certified Educational Planner, is the founder of Bass Educational Services, LLC, an educational consulting firm in the DC area. Ms. Bass provides comprehensive college and postsecondary planning for students with AD/HD and other learning differences. With over 30 years’ experience as an educator, admissions counselor, and educational consultant, Ms. Bass is a leading expert in educational consulting for students with learning challenges. She earned a Certificate in College Counseling from UCLA and is an instructor in UC-Irvine's College Consultant Certificate Program. Ms. Bass has published numerous articles in local and national publications. She regularly conducts presentations on college and postsecondary planning to parents and professionals throughout the DC and Baltimore areas, and at regional and national conferences. Ms. Bass has just published CollegeWebLD, a searchable database of the disability services available at U.S. colleges and universities. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Judith Bass about how and when to approach your child about going to college. Will they need a gap year? Is college right for them? 12 Tips for Parenting a Complex Teen From the experts at ImpactParents (and the moms of 6 young adults!), we promise you this: it’s not too late. In this FREE guide you’ll learn 12 fool-proof tips to improve conversations and reconnect with your teens so you can guide them to become independent and successful. Parents all over the world have better relationships with their teens using these tools. You can, too! Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Time and distance may be necessary for your child to find motivation What are the options available to your child if they don’t go to college? The ideal times to address life after high school with your child   Related Blogs: Is a Gap Year a Good Fit for Your Child? Standing Up For Kids Who Are Falling Behind Connect with Judith: Website YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A child who feels most comfortable in the gaming world is not necessarily wasting their life. How can we turn this interest into a way to teach life skills, and perhaps find a career goal within the programming world? Dan Clark runs the service MindJam - online 121 mentorship and guidance for children struggling with SEN, anxiety, stress and social issues; through gaming and game design. He set this up in the pandemic and less than 2 years later he has 16 mentors supporting over 400 young people and is still growing. MindJam uses gaming, coding and game creation, digital music and digital art, as a platform to develop positive play, problem solving and social and technical skill development, through friendly, positive and low-demand sessions. In 2021 Dan was a nominated finalist for BAFTA Mentor of the Year. As a father of two autistic children, which brings great understanding of how SEN impacts the whole family, Dan has created a company that has helped so many young people, and through his dedication and passion he is making sure MindJam grows to support as many who are struggling as possible. MindJam is based in the UK, but also supports young people in the US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and many other places around the world!   Listen to this intriguing Parenting With Impact episode with Dan about the benefits of using the gaming world to connect with kids who struggle with interaction and engagement in the regular world.   12 Tips for Parenting a Complex Teen From the experts at ImpactParents (and the moms of 6 young adults!), we promise you this: it’s not too late. In this FREE guide you’ll learn 12 fool-proof tips to improve conversations and reconnect with your teens so you can guide them to become independent and successful. Parents all over the world have better relationships with their teens using these tools. You can, too! Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Utilizing gaming as a way to connect with your child in an impactful way Translate gaming skills into life skills- engagement, problem solving, design & strategy What are they different types of games, and what skills do they hone? Related Links: Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Opinion:  Surgeon General:  Social Media Platforms Need A Health Warning:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/opinion/social-media-health-warning.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb   Connect with Dan: Website Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting with ADHD is no easy task, even if you've been doing it for years. There is always something surprising to deal with, and inevitably something you thought you'd handled doesn't get done. The challenge of focusing on yourself when you have so much to do in focusing on your kids often throws you way off balance. John Willson has a Masters in Outdoor Therapeutic Recreation Administration. He is the Executive Director of SOAR, a non-profit school and adventure camp serving youth diagnosed with learning disabilities and ADHD. He is the past President of the Learning Disabilities Association (LDA) of North Carolina and serves on the national board for CHADD. He has led hundreds of adventure courses with youth diagnosed with LD & ADHD. He actively presents to parents and professionals at local, state and national conference Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with John Willson about managing balance of life, kids, work, especially when you have complex kids. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: The importance of equal attention to both your child and what you need to get done Discover John’s 4 strategies to being a more effective parent Simple actions of self-care that pay big dividends   Related Blogs: Find Your Village  5 Steps to go From Stressed Mom to Happy Mom  Relaxation Guild- Why I Can't Sit Down  How Do I Stop Nagging My Kids?  The Power of Positive Transitions: SMILE SWITCH!  Four Things Every Successful Supermom Knows    Connect with John: Website   YouTube LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Zakreski, PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodiverse clients. He specializes in working with children and adolescents, as well as their families, in providing therapy and conducting psychological evaluations. He is proud to serve as a consultant to schools, a professor at the university level, and a researcher and author on his specialty, Giftedness. Dr. Zakreski is a member of Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG), the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), the New Jersey Association for Gifted Children (NJAGC), and a member of the Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE). He has given professional talks, trainings, and keynote addresses at these organizations and others, including internationally. Dr. Zakreski is the co-founder and lead clinician at The Neurodiversity Collective, where he provides therapy, coaching, training, and psychological assessment.  Listen to this enlightening Parenting With Impact episode with Dr. Matt Zakreski about 2E kids and how to navigate the challenges of giftedness and neurodiversity, especially when your smart kid is having trouble at school. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: The difference between synchronous and asynchronous neurodevelopment What are the layers of development, and how do 2E kids compare to others? How does the brain of a gifted child differ from others? Related Blogs: GEMO  Up Until Now  Connect with Dr. Matt: Website Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember how fun tug-of-war used to be? Getting down in the dirt, pulling with all your might – it’s the perfect team exercise. As an adult with an ADHD child, it takes on a whole new meaning Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. Abigail Wurf, MEd, PCC helps professionals, entrepreneurs and small business owners affected by ADHD to achieve success in business and in life. A certified coach, consultant, speaker, workshop leader and trainer, she is located in Washington DC. As a coach, she works with people in person, over the phone or by computer. Author of the book Forget Perfect: How to Succeed in Your Profession and Personal Life Even if You Have ADHD, released in 2015, Abigail focuses on executive function skills including: planning, prioritizing, goal setting, organizing, time management, task initiation, focus, working memory, emotional regulation, self-inhibition, meta cognition and flexibility/shift. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Abigail Wurf about balancing the demands of work and raising an ADHD child. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: How to prepare yourself for the inevitable game of tug-of-war Build credibility by playing to your strengths and going above and beyond when you can How to put fun back into this version of tug-of-war and enjoying the give-and-take Related Blogs: 4 Tips to Introduce an ADHD Child to Systems and Structures Rewards Systems: Why They Work and How to Start One Connect with Abigail: Website Forget Perfect Facebook Twitter   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Knowledge and understanding of ADD/ADHD has vastly improved since the ‘90s. This is in no small part thanks to the tireless work of Dr. Ned Hallowell. His strength-based approach to ADHD is revolutionary in helping build meaningful and productive lives. Edward (Ned) Hallowell, M.D. is a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist and world authority on ADHD. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Tulane Medical School, and was a Harvard Medical School faculty member for 21 years. He is the Founder of The Hallowell ADHD Centers in Boston MetroWest, New York City, San Francisco, Palo Alto and Seattle. He has spent the past four decades helping thousands of adults and children live happy and productive lives through his strength-based approach to neurodiversity, and has ADHD and dyslexia himself. Dr Hallowell is a New York Times bestselling author and has written 20 books on multiple psychological topics. The groundbreaking Distraction series, which began with Driven to Distraction, co-authored with Dr John Ratey in 1994, sparked a revolution in understanding of ADHD. Listen to this illuminating Parenting With Impact episode with Dr. Ned Hallowell about the struggles and the benefits of ADHD and how to live a life that plays to your strengths.   Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Jump in and Have Fun -- ADHD can be a lot of Fun, struggle, misery Co-morbidities of ADHD- what you need to be most concerned with What makes ADD/ADHD an asset?   Links Mentioned: Parenting With Impact: Dr. Hallowell's Keys to Unlocking ADHD Articles: Dr. Edward Hallowell   Books: Driven to Distraction Delivered from Distraction ADHD 2.0 Walk in the Rain with a Brain Super Parenting for ADHD Connect with Dr. Hallowell: Website Twitter Instagram Facebook TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SAT, ACT and standardized testing are words that every student dreads – ADHD or not. So much studying and preparation take place that it’s not a stretch for students (and parents) to call the whole process a nightmare. Jenn Cohen is CEO and Lead Tutor of LaunchPad Education. LaunchPad offers specialized online test prep tutoring for students with learning differences and ADHD. She is a frequent conference and webinar presenter and has been featured on Good Morning Texas. She currently serves as Treasurer of the Texas affiliate of the Learning Disabilities Association of America. Jenn lives in Dallas with her husband, Gary, and daughter, Erin. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Listen to this informative Parenting With Impact episode with Jennifer Cohen about everything you need to know about test prep for complex kids! Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Test prep for LD and ADHD kids is very different than standard versions Content needs to be delivered in a way that works FOR your child What questions should you ask your child’s tutor to ensure the best prep? Related Articles: Study Tips to Stay Focused, Interested and Organized Find Your Village In-School Test Accommodations for Kids with ADHD & Executive Function Outrageous Homework Advice for Kids with ADHD A Huge “aha” Moment: Set Realistic Expectations for ADHD Kids Connect with Jennifer: Website Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travel can be a challenge for most people, but for children who are neurodiverse or have special needs, it can feel overwhelming at best and impossible at worst. Travel IS possible, and it can help reinforce the lessons we teach them in learning flexibility and how to meet challenges head-on. Dawn M. Barclay is an award-winning author who has spent a career working in different aspects of the travel industry. She worked in sales and marketing for her parents’ two firms, Barclay Travel Ltd and then branched out into travel trade reporting with senior or contributing editor positions at Travel Agent Magazine, Travel Life, Travel Market Report, and most recently, Insider Travel Report. She is a mother of two. Dawn’s book, Traveling Different presents travel strategies and anecdotes from Certified Autism Travel ProfessionalsTM, parents of special needs children, associations and advocates, and mental health professionals, broken down by mode of transportation and type of venue. Listen to this Parenting with Impact episode with Dawn Barclay about navigating the challenges and fear of traveling with a complex kid. Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Small steps to ease your child into travel, and pinpointing triggers Creating specific activities just for your kid- include them in planning Explore the ever-growing options for special accommodation for your child Traveling Different, the “Autism Travel Bible,” to Be Released in Paperback April 2024 as Part of National Autism Acceptance Month   Links Mentioned: IBCCES Certified Autism Center Carol Gray Social Stories Traveling Different Book   Connect with Dawn: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jane Massengill, LCSW, is a master certified coach specializing in adults and young adults with ADHD. She has a private practice in Danville, California and works with people around the globe to bring out the best in themselves. She is also the Director of The Gremlin-Taming Institute where she teaches workshops and teleclasses on the Gremlin-Taming Method®, a mindfulness practice that “is the single most effective tool I know for helping people with (and without) ADHD navigate the challenges inherent in everything from locating your toothbrush to finding enjoyment in every breath.” Jane was a contributing author for the 2002 ADDA Guidelines for ADD Coaches and also wrote a chapter on ADD Coaching in the book "Healing ADD" by Daniel Amen.  Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Jane Massengill about the roadblocks parents can encounter when parenting difficult kids, or those with ADHD or other complex issues. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: If parents don’t learn to adapt or adjust as their child grows, they are in for trouble Parents are often mired in beliefs about how things should be that don’t work Utilizing role playing with your child to shift your beliefs about you kid   Related Blogs: Pacing Yourself for the Marathon of Parenting Confident Parenting- Why Bother? Saboteur Management: How to Silence Your Inner Critic Help Your ADD/ADHD Child: Change Your Perspective   Connect with Jane: Website:  https://www.janemassengill.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-rS8frOWaEJuO5oJkCywg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoachJaneMassengill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janemassengill/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janemassengill/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Blume is the Founder and CEO of Alone Their Way, an organization dedicated to empowering people with ADHD and helping them reach their potential. Jamie is a certified ADHD and Life Coach an IFS and IFIO Coach, an educator at the ADD Coach Academy, a mentor of aspiring coaches, and the Chair of the Education Committee for ADDA. As a life-long learner, Jamie believes in educating and creating awareness about ADHD to support overall healing, growth, and transformation. In her practice, Jamie supports individuals and families by integrating health, wellness, and nutrition into her coaching and by incorporating the healing properties of nature, mindfulness, and self-compassion into her work. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Jamie Blume about shame and ADHD Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Jamie discusses the importance of understanding how shame contributes to emotional dysregulation in individuals with ADHD. Jamie emphasizes focusing on the wins, positives, strengths, and talents of younger kids with ADSHD to help build confidence and a better sense of self. Jamie also explains the importance of staying calm during tough conversations to build self-confidence and resilience. Elaine stresses the importance of setting intentions before taking action – something that is often overlooked in a community where the focus tends to be on quick fixes. Slowing down and understanding the situation and setting clear intentions can help reduce fear and anxiety. Related Links: Along Their Way Website: alongtheirway.com Three Steps to Learn from Mistakes Without Shame: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/learn-from-mistakes/ Take the Shame Out of Making A Mess: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/keep-their-mistakes-to-yourself/ Why and How to Teach Kids to Fail Forward: https://impactparents.com/books/why-and-how-to-teach-kids-to-fail-forward/ Failing Forward: Make Every Mistake a New One: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/failing-forward/ Trusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us: https://youtu.be/ucPpgibyc_U Parenting with Presence: Celebrating Neurodiversity in Kids and Adults: https://youtu.be/6SApHN_Jswg Treatment vs. Support: What Do Complex Families Need?: https://youtu.be/F46WANGkmqU Shame Resilience: A Key Component in ADHD Wellness: https://youtu.be/jIKZtEKBBKk Connect with Jamie: Website: https://alongtheirway.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/alongtheirway/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/alongtheirway/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-blume-78782653/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Kate Barrett, ACG, ACC, Founder of Coaching Cville, is an ADHD & EF Coach providing coaching and educational services internationally based in Charlottesville, VA. She has served her community through extensive volunteer and advocacy roles in the public school system and ADHD expert roles in parent, couple and student education seminars. She provides individual and group programs locally and internationally and speaks regularly to professionals, community stakeholders, and industry on executive function and ADHD. Kate’s focus is an overlay of EF theory with ADHD Coaching in order to facilitate systemic scaffolding and supports for those diagnosed with ADHD. In addition, she finds teaching and coaching non-ADHD caregivers and partners on the intricacies of ADHD further supports all members of the relationship through the development and practice of empathy and appreciation for neurodiversity within the family structure. Kate shares her story of how she has grown as a coach, as well as how her own parenting has improved. Listen to this insider’s look Success Stories Edition of Parenting With Impact episode with Kate Barrett about how the tools she uses as a coach integrate into her approach when working with clients, and even her own kids. Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Encouraging and exercising resiliency is one of the most effective coaching tools Employing the coach took box at home improves your ability to help your clients Build a community of those who get what you are going through   Related Links: CHADD Sanity School For Parents Connect with Kate: Website Blog Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ilana Stoch has been working at Camp Kodiak since it began in 1991. It was started by her father, Dave, who introduced her to the camping world when she was 3 years old. She followed in her father’s footsteps by becoming a teacher, and then later, working with students who were struggling in school – academically, socially, and/or emotionally. She also worked as a guidance counselor in a middle school for several years. After 15 years of teaching with the Peel District School Board, Ilana has moved on to the year-round position of Director of Camp Kodiak where she now spends 10 months preparing for future successful summers. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again.   Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Ilana about how to choose the right summer camp for your complex kid. Summer camp can be a chance for complex kids to work on a wide variety of skills for independence — from relationships to personal development. But to select the best fit for your child, effective communication is important. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Choosing a program, you know will provide the opportunity for success Be very specific about what your child needs- their challenges, medical needs, etc. Be forthcoming with any issues that came up during the school year Connect with Ilana: Website: https://www.campkodiak.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/campkodiak/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campkodiak/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When dealing with behavior issues, finding the cause is a pressing concern. Is the behavior a result of ADHD and depression? Is it due to anxiety? Oftentimes it can mean a combination of two or more. Sometimes one will cause the other. Bottom line, while diagnosis is important in deciding if medication or a specialist is necessary, when it comes to behavior management, the treatment means addressing the most troublesome symptom first. How do you navigate ADHD and depression? Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss the combination of ADHD and depression, and how to approach treatment. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ADHD and depression are often intertwined. How finding the right provider is key in building support for your kid. Depression does not always manifest as sadness, what are the lesser-known symptoms of depression? How to continue challenging executive function skills without triggering depression or pushing your child to the point of refusal.   Links Mentioned: Articles Treating Depression & Anxiety Disorder in People with ADHD When Parenting is Scary: Parenting Kids with Depression, Anxiety, and More What to do if You Suspect Depression in Your Kid The Arduous Battle What I’ve Learned About Parenting a Teen With Depression Video: Distraction & Depression Connect with Elaine and Diane: Website: www.impactparents.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents   Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible:  What is recommended treatment for children and teens?  Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication  Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring.  ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Specializing exclusively in special education law since 2003, Christy Calbos has extensive knowledge of how public schools educate children with disabilities. As an IEP and 504 lawyer, she puts this knowledge and experience to work for her clients. Listen to this informative Parenting With Impact episode with Christie Calbos about what to do when it feels like your school is not following your child’s 504 or IEP. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: What to do if there is a blatant violation of your child’s 504 or IEP Get clarity on the objectives, goals, and instructions set for accommodating your child When to call in an advocate   Related Articles: Prepare for 504 or IEP Meetings with a Lawyer’s 4 Best Tips Getting a 504 for ADHD: One Mom’s Success Story What IS Free & Appropriate Public Education For Your Child? 10 Tips to Improve Communication with Your ADHD Child’s Teachers   Homework Headaches Home-Study Course Connect with Christy: Website www.calboslaw.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/calboslawfirm 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids There are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Richer's lived experiences as an Elite level athlete, a parent of 2 neurodivergent boys, personal/professional experiences and numerous educational learnings led her to create Journey2bloom and put all her focus and energy into being a neurodiversity consultant. She provides parents and educators with simpler ways to access resources, tools and advisory services that help them navigate the ever-evolving neurodiversity journey. The personalized programs, advising, training and collaboration bring clarity, confidence and courage to guide her clients through their own neurodiverse learning journey.   Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Lisa Richer about navigating the path to raising a neurodiverse child. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: What a neurodiverse learner is, possible causes and how they process information Advocating for your kid starts with understanding how their brain functions and learns Family & friends can be detractors when not understanding your child or what they need Article Mentioned: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/bless-heart-just-doesnt-understand-adhd/ Connect with Lisa: https://journey2bloom.com/ lisa@journey2bloom.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/journey2bloom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-richer-6040b74/ Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Dr. Fogg about the way our brains manage, create, and put into action the behaviors we want (and don’t want!) to happen. Stanford University Behavior Scientist, Dr. BJ Fogg, teaches people how behavior works. With deep experience in teaching and innovation, he splits his time between Stanford University and industry innovation, running a research lab and teaching his models and methods in graduate seminars, and bringing his breakthrough method "Tiny Habits" into global corporations. His Stanford students have gone on to co-found Instagram, and start the Center for Humane Technology. In 2010, his work on “Behavior Design” led to the creation of a set of models and methods about human behavior (with nothing to do with technology.) His TEDx talk “Forget big change, start with Tiny Habits” has over a million views. Find out more at BJFogg.com and look forward to his upcoming book, Tiny Habits: The Small Changes that Change Everything, scheduled for publication in 2020. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: The three factors that affect the way we act or don’t act How to create a targeted approach to changing your child’s behavior Troubleshooting a missing behavior and overcoming executive function obstacles   Related Articles: Should Your Kids Be Responsible for Their Own Systems Yet? Why Can’t I Motivate my Kids to do What I Ask? Five Ways to Get Your Kids (or Anyone) to do What You Ask Motivate Kids Without Overwhelming or Causing Pushback: Keep it Simple How to Help (Without Enabling) Your Kid: The Four Roles of the Parent Rewards Systems: Why They Work and How to Start One Related Video: Video Tip: Take Aim Connect with Dr. BJ Fogg: Website: https://www.bjfogg.com/ Tiny Habits Book: https://tinyhabits.com/ TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdKUJxjn-R8 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinyhabits Twitter: https://twitter.com/bjfogg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjfogg/   Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane go over the steps to guide your child into independence.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: The relationship you have with your child is the foundation to building independence Your role in getting your child to self-manage, in progressive, buildable steps Fostering independence in our kids happens is habit building and trust   See the Independence Pyramid Graphic     Connect with Elaine and Diane: www.impactparents.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Motivation Guide In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, join with parents all over the world who are successfully using these 3 steps and 7 quick tips to motivate their children and teens to respond to requests without meltdowns, distractions, or pushback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Billi is the owner and CEO of Dr. Billi, formerly AttentionB, a highly reputable private practice specializing in innovative, person-centered, and trauma-informed coaching, therapy, and behavioral interventions. It is her life mission to challenge mental health stigma and support neurodiverse persons and those impacted by trauma and grief all over the world to live their very best lives. Dr. Billi holds a Ph.D. in Education and an MA in Expressive Art Therapy. She is a Certified Co-active ADHD Coach, Neuro-Cognitive Behavioral Therapist licensed Co-Active Coach, licensed in Mediation/Conflict Resolution, and Certified in Trauma-Based Techniques.  She has over 35 years of experience helping people of all ages manage ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, various learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral challenges, memory disorders, grief, and trauma.  Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Dr. Billi Bittan about leveraging your child’s ADHD by focusing on the positive. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Educate yourself in ADHD to learn how to make it work FOR you and discover what they can do LEVERAGE: Learn, Evaluate, Validate, Express, Reframe, Act, Grow, and Explore First, and foremost, be your child’s advocate- validate their experience and accomplishments   Related Articles: What is Recommended Treatment For ADHD 3-Step Method to ACE Communication With Complex Kids and Teens Falling Forward: Make Every Mistake a New One Parenting Through Denial Look For the Positive Traits to Find the Fabulous in Complex Kids   Connect with Dr. Billi: Website:  www.drbilli.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOdS1ns-7sBah5D306IbcmA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.BilliAttentionB/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrBilliCoaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.billib/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-billi-bittan/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a podcast host, speaker and content curator, Anne Marie leads the charge to educate media and families on safe-tech solutions and the importance of human connection. She utilizes the best platforms to provide information and trusted resources – empowering families to thrive, connect, and stay safe in the digital age. Graduate of Utah State University, Anne Marie founded a successful speaking bureau in the healthcare industry. She also serves on the Board of iKeepSafe, where she lends her expertise to advocate for policy and education that protect our most vulnerable populations. Being a mother of four, Anne Marie’s kids fuel her passion to educate and protect other families, making her the ideal Chief Parent Officer for Gabb. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Anne Marie McDonald about easing your child into tech in a safe and manageable way and create stronger communication with the parent. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Tech in steps- we cannot throw our kids into tech without learning about it first Using tech is a great way to have conversations with your kid that connects with them Simplified tech is a great way to move into mainstream tech, creating manageable limits   Links Mentioned: Special Offer For PWI Listeners $50 off: https://gabbwireless.com/promo/IMPACTPARENTS ImpactParents Digital Sanity Summit Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Opinion:  Surgeon General:  Social Media Platforms Need A Health Warning:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/opinion/social-media-health-warning.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Connect with Gabb Wireless: Website: https://gabbwireless.com/ Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Website, Twitter, and YouTube. Products:  Gabb Phone Z2, Gabb Watch, Gabb Watch Lite, Gabb Accessories   12 Tips for Parenting a Complex Teen From the experts at ImpactParents (and the moms of 6 young adults!), we promise you this: it’s not too late. In this FREE guide you’ll learn 12 fool-proof tips to improve conversations and reconnect with your teens so you can guide them to become independent and successful. Parents all over the world have better relationships with their teens using these tools. You can, too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Tuckman, PsyD, CST is a psychologist and certified sex therapist in private practice in West Chester, PA, specializing in diagnosing and treating people with ADHD, as well as couples and sex therapy. He has appeared on CNN, National Public Radio, and XM Radio and been quoted in The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, USnews.com, The Daily Mail (UK) and many other media outlets. He is a former board member and current conference committee co-chair for CHADD, the national ADHD advocacy organization. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Ari Tuckman about navigating the need for ever changing routines and systems with a ADHD child. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Routines are amazing things, but what happens when you need to change yours? The difference between consistency and rigidity Learn how to use what works to create new systems as your child grows   Links Mentioned: https://adultadhdbook.com/ Related Articles: 4 Tips to Introduce an ADHD Child to Systems and Structures Controlling Family Chaos: Lily Tomlin Outsmarts Einstein Letting Your Child Fail Can Be the Hardest Thing To Do The Healthy Way to Handle Mistakes Worst Parenting Advice for Complex Kids 3-Step Method to ACE Communication with Complex Kids & Teens Rewards Systems: Why They Work and How to Start One Should Your Kids Be Responsible for Their Own Systems Yet? Motivation Guide In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, join with parents all over the world who are successfully using these 3 steps and 7 quick tips to motivate their children and teens to respond to requests without meltdowns, distractions, or pushback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, triumphs, and everything in between. One of the most important skills parents can learn is the art of fixing vs. helping. It's a delicate balance that can have a profound impact on a child's development and well-being. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane about fixing vs helping. Motivation Guide In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, join with parents all over the world who are successfully using these 3 steps and 7 quick tips to motivate their children and teens to respond to requests without meltdowns, distractions, or pushback. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Diane and Elaine stress the importance of letting children know that it's okay to seek assistance, fostering collaboration and problem-solving skills. Elaine and Diane agree; by staying composed, both parents and children can navigate difficulties effectively, validate emotions, and engage in collaborative problem-solving. Elaine and Diane stress the importance of understanding and fostering resilience in children, especially in the context of neurodiversity. Links Mentioned: Parenting Style Quiz: https://impactparents.com/help-for-parents/free-parenting-style-quiz?utm_campaign=imp-freebie&utm_source=podcast-episode-163&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=parenting-style-quiz-new Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y42_YS3w3Is&t=775s How Do I Get My Kids to Talk to Me? 4 Communication Tools: https://youtu.be/z_sfOuGaEC0 Asking For Help: Why Is It So Difficult?: https://youtu.be/tK52aEi_VgM?si=eqikl2AjSQX_dIGS Ask Your Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/ask-kids/ Failing Forward: Make Every Mistake A New One: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/failing-forward/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fkaTwitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resentment: (noun) bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly. Parents and kids both have moments of resentment. Elaine and Diane dive into where it comes from and how we can address it. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss resentment. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Resentment can stem from unmet expectations, or the inability to fix something When we feel resentment, we apply a negative filter to everything and increase stress How to begin problem solving to overcome resentment Related Articles: Resentment in the Time of Quarantine   RESENTMENT Graphic Connect with Elaine and Diane: www.impactparents.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anil Chacko is a clinical psychologist whose research focuses on the development of engaging, effective, and sustainable prevention, intervention and service delivery models for youth at-risk for or affected with disruptive behavior disorders (e.g., attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; oppositional defiant disorder; conduct disorder). Recently, through funding from the National Institute of Mental Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he has focused much of his work He develops and evaluates therapy for kids with behavioral problems – kids with ADHD and other complex challenges – tests in labs and community settings (pediatric). His work has been largely influenced by his own ongoing clinical work with families and active collaboration with service providers in the community. He was on the faculty at the City University of New York from 2008-2014 prior to joining the faculty at Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development at NYU. – Department of Applied Psychology. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Anil Chacko about focusing on the big picture when parenting your ADHD child, and not getting lost in the details. Here is what was covered on this special archival episode: Learn to let go of the daily demands and focus on teaching their underlying principles Guide your child toward future goals, so they can learn big-picture, future thinking Knowing what your child values will help you to create goals and to prioritize   Related Articles: Rewards Systems: Why They Work and How to Start One ADHD Basic Facts for Kids: Symptoms, Impact & Treatment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miriam Bellamy, LMFT, has been working with couples and families—many of whom struggle with ADHD—for almost 25 years as a therapist and consultant. She discovered nonlinear neurofeedback about six years ago, and it has been transformative both personally and professionally. Addressing the functionality of the brain in her clients has become just as important in addressing the problems and enhancing the strengths of ADHD. She also uses neurofeedback to address complex trauma, chronic stress, infidelity, and more. She is currently writing a book on how couples can work through infidelity when they find the conventional approaches are not working. Miriam has been married for 21 years and has two young adult daughters.  Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Miriam Bellamy about the life altering benefits of neurofeedback for complex kids and even for their entire families. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: What neurofeedback is and how it works and can improve self-regulation An exposure to biological triggers can lead to multigenerational complex issues Viewing ADHD as a personality trait and a superpower rather than a diagnosed problem   Links Mentioned: www.wholefamilyneurofeedback.com En Español https://wholefamilyneurofeedback.com/es/ Neurofeedback Moms Facebook Group  Connect with Miriam: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WholeFamilyNeurofeedback/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriam-bellamy-lmft-4a9ab27/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices