Shining With ADHD by The Childhood Collective

If you have found yourself googling "ADHD task completion" at midnight after a frustrating day of parenting, you are not the only one! We’re sharing one simple tool that can make ADHD task completion easier by helping your child create a clear “future picture” of what they’re working toward. We’ll explain why this matters for the ADHD brain and how you can use it for everything from homework and chores to getting out the door. If you’re tired of giving 47 reminders just to get one task across the finish line, this is a strategy you’ll want to try.MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. We’ve spent decades supporting thousands of families navigating ADHD. And we’re also moms: some of us raising kids with ADHD and some of us navigating it ourselves… which means we understand both the science and the real-life moments that don’t make it into textbooks.LINKS & RESOURCESEpisode #228 TranscriptOnline ADHD Parent Course: Creating CalmUse a Future Picture to Help Your Child Stay Focused and MotivatedThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share your thoughts? Email us at: [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Our Sponsors:* Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code BEEF at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

ADHD in girls is such an important and often overlooked topic. Today, we’re joined again by Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, who has spent his career researching ADHD in women and girls. We take a closer look at mental health in girls, and how shame and stigma can especially affect girls with ADHD. Dr. Hinshaw also shares practical ways parents can support their daughters and help them build confidence. Whether your daughter has ADHD or you’re just starting to wonder, this episode is full of helpful information and hope.MEET DR. STEPHEN HINSHAWStephen P. Hinshaw is Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UC San Francisco. An internationally recognized expert on ADHD and neurodevelopment, his research focuses on longitudinal studies, clinical trials, and developmental pathways in girls and women. He is also a leading voice in reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness.Dr. Hinshaw earned his A.B. from Harvard and his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA. He has authored more than 440 scientific publications and 11 books, including the award-winning memoir Another Kind of Madness. He has received numerous national and international honors for his contributions to psychology, child development, psychiatry, and ADHD research, and was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2021. His work has been featured by the New York Times, Washington Post, Today Show, CBS, PBS, and many popular podcasts.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #227 TranscriptEpisode #153: Understanding ADHD in Girls with Psychologist Stephen HinshawDr. Hinshaw's Book - Straight Talk about ADHD in Girls: How to Help Your Daughter ThriveFree ADHD Treatment GuideFree ADHD Parenting GuideThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Our Sponsors:* Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code BEEF at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Back-to-school with ADHD can feel like a LOT for kids and parents, especially when sleep schedules are off and everyone is adjusting to new routines. In this episode, we’re sharing three practical ways to make the transition easier. And because back-to-school rarely goes exactly as planned, we’re sharing plenty of our own personal stories and laughs from the first week of school in our own homes. MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. We’ve spent decades supporting thousands of families navigating ADHD. And we’re also moms: some of us raising kids with ADHD and some of us navigating it ourselves… which means we understand both the science and the real-life moments that don’t make it into textbooks.LINKS & RESOURCESEpisode #226 TranscriptOnline ADHD Parent Course: Creating CalmCustomizable routines to simplify mornings, evenings, and after schoolThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share your thoughts? Email us at: [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Our Sponsors:* Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code BEEF at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

ADHD sibling conflict can leave parents feeling like they're constantly playing referee. In this episode, we explore why sibling conflict is so common in families with ADHD, the executive function skills that often fuel these arguments, and practical ways to reduce the fighting while helping your children build skills that last.MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. We’ve spent decades supporting thousands of families navigating ADHD. And we’re also moms: some of us raising kids with ADHD and some of us navigating it ourselves… which means we understand both the science and the real-life moments that don’t make it into textbooks.LINKS & RESOURCESFree ADHD Parenting GuideOnline ADHD Parent Course: Creating Calm Have a question or want to share your thoughts? Email us at: [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Our Sponsors:* Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code BEEF at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SHINING WITH ADHD#222: ADHD and Screen Time: Are Screens Getting in the Way of Independence?The Childhood Collective6/24/2026SUMMARYADHD and screen time can be one of the most challenging topics for families to navigate. In this episode, executive function coach Mike McLeod shares the signs that screens may be interfering with your child's independence, motivation, and executive function development. We also discuss how patterns of parent attention can unintentionally reinforce challenging behaviors and what families can do instead. Whether you're questioning your family's technology habits or looking for practical ways to support executive function skills, this episode offers a perspective that may challenge some of your assumptions.MEET MIKE MCLEODMichael established GrowNOW ADHD in 2016, building upon his Internal Skills Executive Function Strengthening Model. With over 20 years of experience and a Master’s from Lehman College, his mission is to improve the quality of life for young people and families dealing with ADHD and executive function challenges. Mike is an Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, Professional Development Trainer, and has presented his model nationwide and internationally, specializing in ADHD, Executive Functioning, Social Executive Functioning, and Parent Coaching. He also co-hosts the ADHD Parenting Podcast and is the author of The Executive Function Playbook and The Executive Function Playbook In Action.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #222 TranscriptEpisode #142: The Key to Executive Functioning: Internal Skills for Kids with ADHD with Mike McLeodGrowNOW ADHD WebsiteGrowNOW ADHD InstagramThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] in this episode:Customizable ADHD PrintablesIf you are an ADHD parent who is drowning in the chaos of forgotten lunches, lost homework, or bedtime battles…you are not alone. ADHD parents often find themselves giving hundreds of reminders that often result in yelling and frustration. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off! Instantly download these printable routines and work with your child to create a routine that is customized to your family’s needs. PrintablesHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.HungryrootCreating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course Shining at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!) Our Sponsors: * Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code BEEF at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy