EPISODE · May 5, 2025 · 20 MIN
#196: ADHD and Tics: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Managing Tics
from Shining With ADHD by The Childhood Collective · host The Childhood Collective
If your child has ADHD and you've noticed sudden movements or sounds they can't seem to control, you're not alone! Many parents wonder if tics are related to ADHD, how common they are, and what—if anything—they should do about them. Today, we’re answering some of the most common questions we get about tics, including what they look like, when to be concerned, and strategies to support your child. Whether your child has experienced tics or you’re just curious about the connection, this episode is packed with practical info and reassurance. Tune in for a compassionate conversation that will help you feel more confident navigating this part of your child’s journey!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 + RESOURCESEpisode #196 TranscriptThe 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 #196: ADHD and Tics: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Managing Tics The Childhood Collective 5/7/2025 SUMMARY If your child has ADHD and you've noticed sudden movements or sounds they can't seem to control, you're not alone! Many parents wonder if tics are related to ADHD, how common they are, and what—if anything—they should do about them. Today, we’re answering some of the most common questions we get about tics, including what they look like, when to be concerned, and strategies to support your child. Whether your child has experienced tics or you’re just curious about the connection, this episode is packed with practical info and reassurance. Tune in for a compassionate conversation that will help you feel more confident navigating this part of your child’s journey! 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. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD. LINKS + RESOURCES Episode #196 Transcript The Childhood Collective Instagram Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] Mentioned in this episode: 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 Hungryroot Hungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount. Hungryroot 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 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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