Parenting and Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity is highly heritable
If you have ND traits, the chances are strong that (one of) your parents do as well. If you are a parent to a child or young person with ADHD and co-occuring conditions, you may recognise some of their traits in yourself or your partner.
Neurodiversity is a family affair.
Neurodivergent parenting can be an explosive, puzzling experience; it can also be joyful, creative and rewarding. Structure, insight and support are crucial. When working with parents, I provide psychoeducation and coaching for co-creation of strategies that help families thrive.
My recommended books on Parenting and ADHD:
8 Keys to Parenting Children with ADHD
Cindy Goldrich
This book offers practical advice for parents to reduce chaos, improve cooperation, and nurture the advantages of ADHD
Parenting Children with ADHD
Vincent J. Monastra
This book provides effective mindfulness techniques and strategies to help improve a child's attention and behavior
Taking Charge of ADHD
Dr. Russell A. Barkley
A comprehensive guide offering scientifically tested treatments and practical guidance for managing ADHD in children
Transforming the Difficult Child: The Nurtured Heart Approach
Howard Glasser
This book presents new techniques and strategies to create positive behaviours in children with ADHD
The Explosive Child
Dr. Ross W. Greene
Focuses on understanding and managing emotional regulation issues in children with ADHD
What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew
Dr. Sharon Saline
Drawing from 25 years of counselling experience, Dr. Saline offers a roadmap for parents to help their ADHD children succeed
Smart but Scattered Teens
Peg Dawson, Richard Guare, and Colin Guare
This book provides a science-based program to help teens with ADHD develop executive skills and become more independent
Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Kids
Kelli Miller
A workbook designed to help children with ADHD understand and manage their symptoms