Episode 4: Kids & ADHD// Practical Strategies for Parents with Mike McLeod

Alison and Julie chat with Mike McLeod from GrowNowADHD. We discuss the complexities of parenting children with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of understanding executive functioning, the impact of social media, and the need for appropriate consequences rather than punishments. Mike introduces the concept of a 'brain coach' to help children self-regulate and highlights the outdated DSM criteria for ADHD diagnosis. The discussion also covers the effects of screen time on ADHD behaviours and the phenomenon of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) as a social media trend. Mike offers practical advice for parents to navigate these challenges and foster their children's development.Mike's new books are titled The Executive Function Playbook and Workbook and can be found on his website.Dr. Yeung's appearance on Mike's podcast, The ADHD Parenting Podcast, can be found here on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.If you enjoy our content, please help support us by following our podcast and giving us a review!Email us at: [email protected] Dr. Yeung on Instagram @thesmartphoneeffectmdParenting Resources created by Dr. Alison Yeung can be found at https://linktr.ee/thesmartphoneeffectmdPlease note the information shared on this podcast is for general education only and shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider.