Parenting with Impact – Details, episodes & analysis

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