About this episode
Ryan and Michael discuss their top tips for a successful school year for children with ADHD. They cover the importance of not tainting the parent-child relationship over homework, the benefits of enlisting supporters, and the significance of letting children communicate with their teachers independently. They also touch on the impact of written agendas, setting limits on Chromebook usage, and the value of realistic IEP goals. The guys emphasize the need for a good relationship with teachers and offer insights on navigating school challenges. Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IG Find Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube [00:00:00] Start [00:02:08] Do not toxify homework relationship. [00:04:09] Homework strategies for ADHD children. [00:08:17] Kids' Homework Communication with Teachers. [00:11:47] Learned helplessness and self-advocacy. [00:15:03] Importance of school activities. [00:17:43] Therapy oversaturation in children. [00:19:41] Kids are anti-fragile. [00:22:08] Incorporating agendas for homework. [00:26:02] Managing homework distractions. [00:29:27] Teacher training challenges. [00:32:20] Executive functioning challenges in schools. [00:36:53] Unstructured play at school. [00:39:16] Non-sporty kids and alternative activities. [00:42:29] Maintaining positive teacher relationships. [00:45:36] ADHD kids and accountability. [00:48:57] Resiliency and dealing with challenges. [00:50:47] Negative teacher talk repercussions. [12:45:22] Mental health conditions.