Ep 52: Parenting & ADHD: A Personal and Professional Perspective on the Journey (ft. Archie Chimanayi)

It’s no secret that parenting a child with ADHD can be overwhelming at times. However, with the right mindset and support, it can also be fulfilling and inspiring. In this week’s episode of Focus Forward, I sat down with Archie Chimanayi, an ADHD professional who offers assessment, treatment, and management of ADHD, Autism, Depression and Anxiety for children and adults. Beyond his expertise, Archie also has a son who has ADHD and autism, which means he has a unique perspective of a professional and a parent of a child with a diagnosis that impacts Executive Functioning. I was lucky enough to be a guest on Archie’s “ADHD Care” podcast back in May of 2024 and left the conversation knowing that he would be a perfect guest for the Focus Forward audience. The format of this episode is a little different than our usual interview format. I'll be playing three short clips from our original chat. After each clip, I’ll share some of our recent conversation where we went beyond what we covered initially, bringing in fresh insights and more detailed discussion to help you as a parent, caretaker, or professional. From knowing what to look for, navigating the feelings that can come up after a diagnosis, and understanding the importance of self-care for men—this episode is about taking a closer look at the challenges and opportunities that come with raising a child with ADHD. I hope you enjoy the conversation!Here are the show notes from the episode:Learn More About Archie ChimanayiADHD Care, Ltd.https://www.adhdcare.co.uk/?p=aboutArchie’s Video Tour of Exhibit Hall: ADHD Conference in Baltimore (2023)https://youtu.be/cHahKPTxf8A?feature=sharedEpisode 61 - Navigating ADHD: Parenting, Podcasting, and Personal Insights with Hannah Choihttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-navigating-adhd-parenting-podcasting-and-personal-insights-with-hannah-choi--60147752Episode 69 - Focus Forward Podcast Feature with Hannah Choihttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-focus-forward-podcast-feature-with-hannah-choi--62388901Other resources mentionedMen with ADHD Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/mensadhdsupportgroup/ADDitude Adults with ADHD Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/additudemag/Learn more about Beyond BookSmart: https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/Get in [email protected]/Facebook/Tiktok: @beyondbooksmartcoaching