The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast

The Intricate Relationship Between Trauma and ADHD

My guest is Amy Pagett, a trauma-informed coach, and an elementary school teacher. As a trauma survivor who suspected she had ADHD in adulthood, Amy shares her unique perspective on the intricate relationship between trauma and ADHD, the mirror-like symptoms between both conditions and her journey of overcoming the confusing overlap.
We analyze the high susceptibility of those with ADHD to develop PTSD post-traumatic events and emphasize the crucial need for awareness, understanding, and support for such individuals. Further, we reveal Amy's invaluable insights on her role as a trauma coach, her divergent approach from regular therapists, and the power of adopting client-centered methodologies for managing trauma in the present.
Amy expounds on the practice of breathwork for self-regulation and as a tool for centering oneself in the body, exemplifying its practical usage with her students. She emphasizes the importance of empathy and compassion in dealing with those affected by trauma and ADHD, underlining their role in enhancing the healing process.
Learn more from Amy Pagett: https://www.aimtruecoaching.com/
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Topics covered in this episode:
Amy’s journey as a trauma survivor who suspected she had ADHD in adulthood.
What is a trauma-informed coach and how can it help a person
Amy expounds on the practice of breathwork for self-regulation 
High susceptibility of those with ADHD to develop PTSD post-traumatic events
Teacher advice on shared regulation strategies in the classroom?
Parents co-regulating and self-regulating guidance
Amy’s words of wisdom for parents raising ADHD kids.
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Learn More From Kate at http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
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Thank you for listening! 
 
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The Vital Role of Parents and Families for an ADHD child

My guest is Kayvon Afsarifard , a clinical team leader at TeamWonder.org.  This insightful discussion dives into how ADHD affects not only the individual but the whole family system, emphasizing the crucial role parents and families play when a child is dealing with ADHD. Kayvon shares effective strategies on how parents can keep their child focused and organized, discussing developmental stages and ADHD symptoms. He urges parents to adjust their parenting techniques as their children grow and highlights the importance of teaching them self-reliance and independent decision-making skills.
TeamWonder.org offers programs that include a continuum of youth and parent coaching combined with family therapy that is customized to families' needs. We work with a wide spectrum of behavioral and emotional challenges, including struggles with anxiety, depression, failure to launch, school refusal, learning and social differences, ADHD, ASD, executive function challenges, self-harm, suicidality, gender identity, and adoption. We support relationship healing in wounded families and help teens and young adults reach goals in school, vocation, personal growth, and community engagement.
Learn more at https://www.teamwonder.org/
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Topics covered in this episode:
How parents and family system is impacted when a child has ADHD?
Importance of staying regulated with a child is dysregulated?
The independence vs. interdependence dichotomy battle parents face?
Communication tools parents can use?
Video gaming effects on ADHD kids?
Advice on interventions families can implement at home?
Words of wisdom for parents who are raising neurodiverse kids.
 
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Learn More From Kate at http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
 
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“Learning Outside The Lines” with Jonathan Mooney

My guest is Jonathan Mooney - acclaimed author, passionate advocate, and an example of triumph over adversity. Living with ADHD and dyslexia, Jonathan’s inspiring journey from a struggling student to a successful author and speaker is brilliantly chronicled in our heart-to-heart conversation.
Jonathan Mooney is a dyslexic writer, speaker, and do-gooder who did not learn to read until 12 years old.  He faced a number of low expectations growing up—was told he would flip burgers, be a high school drop out and end up in jail. Needless to say those hopeful prophecies didn’t come to pass. Opposed to being a high school drop out he became a college graduate from Brown University with an honors degree in English lit; instead of flipping burgers he ended up writing books titled Learning Outside The Lines, The Short Bus: A Journey Beyond Normal, and Normal Sucks.   And instead of becoming an inmate he became an advocate creating organizations and initiatives that help people who get the short end of the stick.
Learn more about Jonathon Mooney: https://www.jonathanmooney.com/
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Topics covered in this episode:
What type of kid was Jonathan Mooney growing up?
How did he get through school in what felt impossible with ADHD and dyslexia?
The strategies that worked for him getting through school?
How he advocates as an adult for neurodiverse kids?
How the dynamic nature of the current educational system effects kids?
His words of wisdom for parents who are raising neurodiverse kids.
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Learn More From Kate at http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
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Thank you for listening! 
 
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#adhdparent
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#adhdparentsupport
#adhdsupport 
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#parenting
#ADHDkidhealth
#brainhealth
#anxiety
#depression
#learningdisabilities
#dyslexia
#executivefunctioning
#dyslexic
#jonathanmooney
#neurodiversity
#normalsucks

ADHD Symptoms, Co-existing Diagnoses and Effective Parenting Strategies

Join renowned clinical psychologist and ADHD specialist, Dr. Sharon Saline, in this enlightening episode by Kate Brownfield from ADHDKidsCanThrive.com. Dr. Saline, the award-winning author of "What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew," offers a deep-dive into the complexities and challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children, teens, and young adults.
Learn more at www.drsharonsaline.com.
In this stimulating discussion, Dr. Saline elaborates on the biological basis of ADHD, its characteristics including hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity, and the possible executive functioning deficits that kids with ADHD may encounter. Throughout the conversation, the prevalence of co-existing diagnoses such as anxiety and learning disabilities also takes the spotlight.
Additionally, the episode explores the immense stress levels endured by parents raising children with ADHD and emphasizes the crucial need for supportive environments, understanding, and appropriate therapies. The lifelong journey of dealing with ADHD, particularly as afflicted children grow into teenagers and young adults, underlines the significance of an integrative approach in managing ADHD.
Further into the discussion, Dr. Sharon Saline shares her "5 Cs" of effective parenting. These involve self-control, compassion, collaboration, consistency, and celebration, each playing a crucial role in raising kids with ADHD. Insightful typography concepts from her book and invaluable parenting advice conclude this must-listen episode.
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Topics covered in this episode:
What is ADHD and how it effects an ADHD child?
What is it about ADHD that makes it so complex?
How does ADHD change as a child grows into their teen years?
Dr. Saline’s  integrative approach  to raising an ADHD child?
Dr. Saline’s words of wisdom for parents raising ADHD kids?         —------
Learn More From Kate at http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
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Thank you for listening! 
 
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#adhdkid
#adhdparent
#adhdkidscanthrive
#adhdparentsupport
#adhdsupport 
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'Extra Focus' with ADHD Jesse J Anderson

In this compelling episode, Kate Brownfield interviews Jesse J. Anderson, a renowned author, social media influencer, and ADHD advocate. diagnosed with ADHD himself, Jesse takes us through his personal experiences, focusing on triumphs and struggles, and analyzes techniques that can work for those with ADHD.
More about Jesse J. Anderson at https://adhdjesse.com/
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Topics covered in this episode:
-Jesse’s shares his personal journey of growing up with ADHD
- How he ended up penning the highly influential book 'Extra Focus’
- Why toxic productivity doesn’t work for an ADHDer?
- How to use the 4 C’s to help an ADHDer?
- How to use pomodoro time to help a with time blindness?
- Jesse’s words of wisdom for parents and educators supporting an ADHD child?
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Learn More From Kate at http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
Free Weekly meet- up
Topic will be centered around the most recent ADHD Kids Can Thrive podcast
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Thank you for listening! 
 
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Get the Scoop on Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessments for ADHD Kids

My guest Dr. Nicole  Michaeli, a pediatric psychologist specializing in comprehensive psychoeducational assessments of children, adolescents, and young adults. Over the last 15 years, Dr. Michaeli’s work has focused on the identification and treatment of young individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Michaeli received her BA from the University of California Los Angeles, where she studied sociology. She earned an M.A. and Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) in Los Angeles. 
You can learn much more about Dr. Nicole Michaeli at https://mychildassessment.com/
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Topics covered in this episode:
What are  signs and symptoms of a child who may have ADHD?
At what point should a parent consider a comprehensive assessment for their child?
What phrases does a  teacher use to flag a child?
What is difference between a private assessment vs a school IEP assessment?
How will a parent and child benefit from a private comprehensive assessment?
How is a parent, caregiver, teacher, and child involved in the process?
What strategies work for ADHD kids in the classroom?
For how many years is an assessment considered valid?
What are the costs involved?
Dr. Nicole Michaeli’s words for wisdom for parents.
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Learn More From Kate at http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
Free Weekly meet- up
Topic will be centered around the most recent ADHD Kids Can Thrive podcast
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Thank you for listening! 
 
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#adhdkid
#adhdparent
#adhdkidscanthrive
#adhdparentsupport
#adhdsupport 
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Top 10 Words of Wisdom from a parent who has raised an ADHD child

My guest is a mother of an ADHD child who is now in his mid-twenties. I asked Helen to join me to share her top 10 pieces of earned wisdom that she has gained over the years to share with other parents who may be on a similar journey. She agreed to share in service of helping other parents.
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Topics covered in this episode:
Mother’s Top 10 pieces of wisdom earned from raising a child with ADHD
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Learn More From Kate At http://adhdkidscanthrive.com/
Weekly meet up
Topic will be centered around the most recent ADHD Kids Can Thrive podcast
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Thank you for listening! 
 
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