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ADHD: The Distraction is the Reward
ADHD: The Distraction is the RewardAs a parent of a teen with ADHD, I’ve learned to just let the irony roll over me. It’s inevitable. You think you have something figured out about life and then your teenager presses the big, red ADHD button and flips your...
Using Your Teen’s Love Language to Break the Cycle of Frustration
Using Your Teen’s Love Language to Break the Cycle of FrustrationDo you know your teen’s love language? My oldest son’s love language is acts of service (more specifically, when things are made neat and tidy for him).Now, my kids do their chores. It’s their...
The Dark Side of ADHD Has a Bright Side
The Dark Side of ADHD Has a Bright SideI know, I talk a lot about the “small” problems – messy bedrooms, missed chores, trouble getting teens to sleep… At LovingGrADDitude, I like to focus on the positive aspects of ADHD. We hear so much negative everywhere else that...
It’s Called Revenge Bedtime Procrastination
It’s Called Revenge Bedtime ProcrastinationThe CDC says that teenagers ages 13-18 should sleep 8-10 hours every night. Their bodies (and brains) need it. So why don’t they go to sleep?! Sleep defiance is a constant worry for parents of teens with ADHD because we...
Teenagers who love spring cleaning
Teenagers who love spring cleaningThere’s just something about April that makes you want to do some spring cleaning… I’ve been taking walks and finding more space in my schedule this month, going a little lighter on social media, and giving my teenagers more ownership...
What’s the Problem with Neurodiverse Teenagers, and How Can You Help?
What’s the Problem with Neurodiverse Teenagers, and How Can You Help?Ahhh… It’s a Friday night. Your house is quiet. The tv is all yours. Your teenagers are nowhere to be found. You prop your feet up on the coffee table and relax. That’s worry’s cue to start...
Let’s Work Together!
My academic year-long coaching program covers all your high schooler needs to advocate, understand and manage ADHD. I am an accountability partner with not only your teen but you as well! My goal is for your stress as a parent to decrease and your teen’s confidence in their academic and home life to increase.