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Apr 7, 2026 58 min

600- When Emotions Block Learning for Students with ADHD

from ADHD Experts Podcast

Why do students freeze, shut down, or become emotional in class, even when they have the skills to succeed? Gena VanderMeulen, M.A. Ed., explains how emotional regulation shapes learning and motivation, and shares strategies and tools parents and educators can use. Resources: Emotions in the Classroom Free Download: Free SEL Program Comparison Tool Read: The ADHD Misconceptions That Stifle Students Read: The Key to ADHD Emotional Regulation? Cultivating Gratitude, Pride & Compassion Read: Teaching Strategies for Students with ADHD: Ideas to Help Every Child Shine Access the video and slides for podcast episode #600 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/emotions-in-the-classroom/ This episode is brought to you by SOAR Summer Camp. Learn more at soarnc.org. This episode is also brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/additude and get on your way to being your best self. This episode is also sponsored by the podcast Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson. Search for "Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson" in your podcast app or find links to listen at https://lnk.to/hyperfocusPS!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.

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