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074: The ADHD Brain is an Addicted Brain - Shattering Myths About ADHD and Executive Function and Pouring out Hope for Families with Michael McLeod

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ADHD is not just an attention disorder; it's an executive functioning disorder.

The myths abound!

If you’ve always thought of kids with ADHD as those who struggle in school, think again.

If you expect ADHD kids to have trouble focusing, wrong again.

If you think kids with ADHD are destined to struggle more throughout life, Mike McLeod is here to tell you that ADHD is not a limitation, just a different path.

The ADHD brain is truly different from neurotypical brains, although some truths apply to both groups, like:

  • Children learn best through play and unstructured time.
  • Outdoor play is vital for developing real-world skills.
  • Boredom is essential for self-regulation and creativity.
  • Cooking teaches kids self-sufficiency and life skills.
  • Unstructured time is crucial for children's development.
  • Parents should set high expectations for their children.
  • Removing screens can reveal hidden talents in kids.
  • Parents need to place more importance on chores & balancing structure and freedom.

Parents of kids with or without ADHD need the information in this episode, but especially stuff like this:

  • Screen time can exacerbate ADHD symptoms, but it does not cause ADHD.
  • The ADHD brain struggles with self-regulation and motivation for NON-preferred tasks.
  • Varied experiences are vital for skill development.
  • Executive functions are crucial for success in life.

I love Mike’s energy and expertise, like sitting at the feet of a master. What an honor to work with him both for this podcast and as a #LifeSkillsNow Season 4 camp leader!

Resources We Mentioned for ADHD Myths

Thank you to today's sponsor, Happsy! Shop at kidscookrealfood.com/Happsy for an earth-friendly, affordable mattress today.

Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

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ADHD is not just an attention disorder; it's an executive functioning disorder.

The myths abound!

If you’ve always thought of kids with ADHD as those who struggle in school, think again.

If you expect ADHD kids to have trouble focusing, wrong again.

If you think kids with ADHD are destined to struggle more throughout life, Mike McLeod is here to tell you that ADHD is not a limitation, just a different path.

The ADHD brain is truly different from neurotypical brains, although some truths apply to both groups, like:

  • Children learn best through play and unstructured time.
  • Outdoor play is vital for developing real-world skills.
  • Boredom is essential for self-regulation and creativity.
  • Cooking teaches kids self-sufficiency and life skills.
  • Unstructured time is crucial for children's development.
  • Parents should set high expectations for their children.
  • Removing screens can reveal hidden talents in kids.
  • Parents need to place more importance on chores & balancing structure and freedom.

Parents of kids with or without ADHD need the information in this episode, but especially stuff like this:

  • Screen time can exacerbate ADHD symptoms, but it does not cause ADHD.
  • The ADHD brain struggles with self-regulation and motivation for NON-preferred tasks.
  • Varied experiences are vital for skill development.
  • Executive functions are crucial for success in life.

I love Mike’s energy and expertise, like sitting at the feet of a master. What an honor to work with him both for this podcast and as a #LifeSkillsNow Season 4 camp leader!

Resources We Mentioned for ADHD Myths

Thank you to today's sponsor, Happsy! Shop at kidscookrealfood.com/Happsy for an earth-friendly, affordable mattress today.

Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

  continue reading

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