ADHD, Autism & Neurodevelopment With Doug Maughan

We struck gold when we invited Doug to come talk about ADHD & autism on our show! Doug is a self-proclaimed research geek who not only has extensive experience working with neurodivergent young people and their families but is also the father to a neurodivergent 26 year old.Doug shares the latest cutting-edge research in naturalistic neurodevelopment coming out of Florida State University and Emory College. There is so much valuable meat to digest in this episode. It’s well worth your time.We discuss the similarities and differences between ADHD & Autism and the prevalence of having both.Doug explains the importance of understanding cognitive fatigue, how it impacts classroom performance, and answers why and what to do about your child who only wants to eat carbs, starches, and sugars.Doug shares with us the one thing research has shown that actually changes the destructive impact of screen use.You’ll learn the thing you’re expecting from your neurodivergent child that is causing you to struggle, what you’re doing that unconsciously exacerbates your child’s anxiety, great tips to help you parent more effectively, and so much more…Doug Maughan is the Clinical Director at Daniel’s Academy, a residential school for young men with academic and social struggles, in Heber City, Utah and also works with neurodivergent young people who also struggle with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in his private practice.What You'll Learn from this Episode:Why behavioral processes don’t work and what does according to new research.What contributes to neurological rigidity.What messaging from the professional realm is causing harm and needs to stop.The reason behind why your neurodivergent child only wants to eat carbs, starches and sugars and why you should let them.According to research, what one thing is the difference between screen use being destructive or beneficial.2 skill sets that will help you parent effectively.What you do that is unconsciously exacerbating your child’s anxiety.Why transitions for neurodivergent people actually cause trauma.The one behavioral principal to keep in mind when you initiate new skill sets.And so much more good stuff…Featured on the Show:To inquire about Doug’s private practice where he specializes in helping young people with Autism and OCD email: [email protected]👉 If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to leave a quick 5 star review sharing your favorite takeaway. It helps us create more meaningful content for listeners like you.📩 Want more insights and practical tools? Be sure to join our email list for inspiration and updates.🔵 For deeper support, consider joining our NDM Circle Community at NDM.Circle.so—a space for parents and professionals navigating the complexities of parenting neurodivergent young people.