#105: Is it Just ADHD or Something Else?

from Shining With ADHD by The Childhood Collective · host The Childhood Collective

Up to 80% of children with ADHD have at least one other diagnosis. Parents are often left wondering, “Is there more going on, or is it ‘just’ ADHD?” If you have asked this question, you are not alone! Today we are diving into the most common diagnoses that often go along with ADHD: specific learning disorders, speech and language disorders, anxiety, depression, and autism. Join us as we talk about key signs to look for when deciding if your child needs more support!MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. We’ve spent decades supporting thousands of families navigating ADHD. And we’re also moms: some of us raising kids with ADHD and some of us navigating it ourselves… which means we understand both the science and the real-life moments that don’t make it into textbooks.LINKS + RESOURCESWhich Specialists Diagnose and Treat ADHD?Is it ADHD or Autism? Or Both?Why Every Child with ADHD Needs a Speech and Language EvaluationFREE School Guide: Free Guide to School AccommodationsCreating Calm + Shining at SchoolThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #105: Is It Just ADHD or Something Else? 3/20/2023 SUMMARY Up to 80% of children with ADHD have at least one other diagnosis. Parents are often left wondering, “Is there more going on, or is it ‘just’ ADHD?” If you have asked this question, you are not alone! Today we are diving into the most common diagnoses that often go along with ADHD: specific learning disorders, speech and language disorders, anxiety, depression, and autism. Join us as we talk about key signs to look for when deciding if your child needs more support! MEET OUR TEAM We are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you! We created this podcast and community to help you find joy and confidence in raising your child with ADHD! LINKS + RESOURCES Blog Post: Which Specialists Diagnose and Treat ADHD? Blog Post: Is it ADHD or Autism? Or Both? Blog post: Why Every Child with ADHD Needs a Speech and Language Evaluation FREE School Guide: Free Guide to School Accommodations Creating Calm + Shining at School The Childhood Collective Instagram Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] Mentioned in this episode: Holiday Gift Guide 2024 Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024 Board Games for Kids with ADHD Board games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHD Creating Calm Course Creating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off! Creating Calm Course Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy