580- Debunking Myths and Misperceptions of ADHD: How to Influence Naysayers

Penn and Kim Holderness chat candidly about discussing ADHD and brain differences with children in an empowering way; Kim's late diagnosis during perimenopause; and the inspiration behind their newest children's book Get It Done & Have Fun! Resources: ADHD in Children Free Download: Proven Homework Help for Kids with ADHD Read: This Sample Schedule May Save Your Sanity Read: Nudge, Don't Nag: 9 Ways to Motivate Your Child to Do Well Read: What Parents Misunderstand About Executive Function Access the video and slides for podcast episode #625 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/holderness-celebrating-brain-differences/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Roseann Capanna-Hodge, Ed.D., explains what's happening in your child's brain and nervous system during moments of dysregulation — and shares a clear action plan to respond with confidence and help your child build lasting emotional regulation. Resources: Explosive Behavior in Children Free Download: How Teachers Can Manage Common ADHD Behaviors Read: 5 Academic Challenges Rooted in ADHD Executive Dysfunction Read: Impulse Control Strategies for School and Home Read: When Angry Kids Lash Out: How to Defuse Explosive Reactions Access the video and slides for podcast episode #624 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/explosive-behavior-plan-for-parents/ This episode is brought to you by NOCD, the world's leading provider of specialized OCD treatment. Learn more at https://learn.nocd.com/ADHDExperts. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Diann Wingert offers a practical, hype-free framework for using AI as an executive function support. Learn which tasks AI handles well, and which ones it doesn't. She also addresses important questions about privacy, accuracy, and over-reliance. Resources: AI for ADHD Free Download: Need Help Finding Your Passion? Use This ADHD "Brain Blueprint" Read: How to Use AI for ADHD: Prompts to Streamline Your Daily Life Read: AI for ADHD: How to Make ChatGPT Work for You Read: 26 Questions to Reveal Your Career Match Access the video and slides for podcast episode #623 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/ai-tools-for-work-adhd/ This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

https://www.additudemag.com/parent-teacher-collaboration-strategies-school-adhd/?src=podcastBrooke Schnittman discusses the self-awareness, executive function, and emotional regulation skills required for self-advocacy; why telling a student to "just speak up" rarely works — and shares practical ways to help students understand and communicate their learning needs. Resources: ADHD and Self-Advocacy Free Download: Fight for Your Child's Rights at School: A Checklist Read: 7 Reasons Why You Need to Advocate More Than Other Parents Read: Student-Tested, Teacher-Approved: Best Classroom Supports for ADHD Read: Metacognition: Size Up the Situation Access the video and slides for podcast episode #622 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/self-advocacy-guide-adhd-students/ This episode is brought to you by SimplePractice. If you are ready to simplify the business side of your practice, now is a great time to try SimplePractice. Start with a 7-day free trial, then get 50% off your first three months. Just go to SimplePractice.com to claim the offer. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

ADHD is considered a brain-based condition, but the brain is in constant contact with the gut, nervous system, and more. Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas explains this wider body-brain connection, as well as how to make ADHD-friendly food choices. Resources: ADHD Gut Brain Connection Free Download: Guide to ADHD Brain Food: What to Eat, What to Avoid Read: The Gut-Brain Axis Could Accelerate Autism Understanding Read: 5 Foundational Habits That Benefit ADHD Brains Read: The Future of ADHD Research: Promising Frontiers Access the video and slides for podcast episode #621 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/adhd-gut-brain-connection/ This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/additude. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.