What a year this has been! 2020 has redefined what it means to bounce back. Just when you think you’ve set up a routine that… Read More »ADHD and 2020: How to Pivot to Positivity as an Uncertain Year Ends
Parent self-care is essential during these times in a pandemic. Parenting an ADHD child or teen can add even more complexity to this difficult time.… Read More »5 Parent Self-Care Ideas: Parenting ADHD in a Pandemic
In October, the American Psychological Association released the results of its latest Stress in America survey. The report concluded that stress about COVID-19, the economy,… Read More »ADHD and Motivation: How stress reduces productivity and what you can do about it
Family estrangement refers to the loss of a former relationship between parents and children, siblings or other extended family members. Holidays are times when this… Read More »Holidays and Family Estrangement
It’s clear that this holiday season won’t look like anything we’re accustomed to. Unable to gather safely with beloved family and friends, many of us… Read More »Gratitude in an Age of Uncertainty
Has your ADHD teen hit a wall with remote learning? Many teens with ADHD in middle and high school are struggling with organization, initiation, time… Read More »ADHD Teens and Remote Learning: 5 tips for learning success
In the course of the past few months, I’ve seen a few major habits in teens that seem to be hurting their mental health more… Read More »Teens with ADHD Habits that Hurt their Mental Health and How to Change Them
The Enormity of the COVID19 Experience My heart goes out to teens and young adults. Staying compassionate, offering to collaborate on tasks and being available… Read More »Reducing Teen Stress and Anxiety during Pandemic
It’s amazing how a small spark of miscommunication or defiance can trigger an explosion in families, especially those living with ADHD. For kids who struggle… Read More »ADHD and Anger: Tools for Reducing Family Conflict by Starting with Yourself
This can be a tough time for emerging adults. Seven months into the pandemic, and things are still “far from normal”. You’ve lost so much… Read More »Message to Tween, Teens and Young Adults During Covid