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04 Jul

A Helpful List of School Make-Ahead Healthy Snacks for ADHD Kids

Nellie Rodriguez0 CommentsADHD, Autism, Parenting, Special Needsadhd, adhd resource, parenting

healthy snacks adhd All parents already have their work cut out for them – to get their children to eat anything other than chips of choice, burgers, iced tea, sugary soda, and Fruity Loops. However, children with ADHD have a bigger problem in their hands – getting their kids to eat. Yes, the medication for ADHD can often blunt your children's appetite and result in fickle taste buds that can cause them to turn up their noses at the previous week's lunch box favorites. Therefore, school lunches that you create using the best steak knives and other equipment often go uneaten. A…

29 Jun

Nine Tips for Handling Overthinking in ADHD

The Mom Kind1 CommentADHD, Mental Healthadhd, adhd resource, mental health

Tips for Handling Overthinking in ADHD https://youtu.be/aMZBaFUluao If you have been diagnosed with ADHD {attention deficit hyperactivity disorder}, you most likely know about the overthinking associated with the condition. Patients often find themselves going over and over seemingly harmless utterances or situations in their minds. It is much like a fight between your brain's emotional and rational parts. Nine Tips for Handling Overthinking in ADHD Overthinking is undoubtedly not reserved for those with ADHD. However, in ADHD, your brain works quite quickly such that it gets caught in thinking loops more frequently than in those without ADHD. While overthinking might…

05 Mar

Utilizing The Garden To Support Your Child With ADHD

The Mom Kind0 CommentsADHD, Autism, Parenting, Special Needsadhd, adhd resource, parenting advice, special needs parentng

ADHD garden As the parent of a child with ADHD, adapting the home to meet their unique needs is vital. While a winning bedroom, lounge, and space to relax are all vital, there is another area that could become your secret weapon—the garden. When the garden is used to its full potential, it becomes the perfect place for connecting with teens and younger children alike. In the post coronavirus era, the proposed benefits are even greater. By the end of this guide, you'll be ready to unlock the best situation for your family finally. Why The Garden Deserves Your Attention Spending time…

19 Feb

Connecting with Teens with ADHD

The Mom Kind0 CommentsADHD, Autism, Health, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingadhd, adhd resource, parenting advice, parenting teens

Teens with ADHD Though hyperactivity levels decrease from childhood to adolescence, teens with ADHD still tend to make impulsive decisions and struggle to pay attention. However, these symptoms can develop into behavioral issues during adolescence. Their distracting behavior can cause a rift with teachers and result in detention, lower grades, or even expulsion. This can cause them to lash out in frustration, argumentativeness, and even violence. Connecting with Teens with ADHD However, understanding where ADHD comes from and how it manifests in teens can lead to solutions that benefit the whole family. Where Does ADHD Come From? The American Psychiatric…

08 Apr

Mightier -The Emotional Regulation Tool for Autism

The Mom Kind7 CommentsADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingadhd resource, autism, autism parenting, autism resource, mightier, mightier bioresponsive games

Are you looking for the best emotional regulation tool for autism? If so, Mightier is your answer! Keep reading to see how Mightier Emotional Regulation Games made a huge change in our family's life! Having three children on the autism spectrum, I understand the struggles of emotional regulation all too well. Each of my children struggles greatly, with our youngest daughter having the hardest time. Mightier’s biofeedback games help kids 6-14 build emotional regulation skills. She has learned countless tools but never can seem to apply them at the moment. When we were invited to try out Mightier, I was…