ADHD: What You Need to Know
From time immemorial adults have envied the energy, passion and spontaneity of children. For the same amount of time, adults have complained about those same … Read more
ADHD
The wealth of misinformation and poor advice about ADHD can make it difficult to seek help when you need it most.
That’s why, at Parenting Pod, we aim to provide our readers with the highest quality research and information available, so that you can provide support and care for your child or family member.
We are dedicated to providing practical advice from mental health professionals so that you can manage the challenges of ADHD through different stages of life.
Can CBD “Calm” ADHD Symptoms?
My husband was diagnosed with ADHD at 5-years-old. He is now 41. At the time, he was prescribed Ritalin. It did not work. I wish I would have known him as a child and I wish CBD would have been available, so he could have at least tried it. It could have made a world of difference in his quality of life. Who knows?
The Best Fidget Spinners and Cubes According to Our Psychologist
How These Toy-Like Gadgets Can Be Used To Improve Your Emotional Wellbeing Hi there, my name is Daniel and I’m a clinical psychologist. In my … Read more
Executive Function Disorder in Children
Executive function disorder is a term commonly used to describe deficits in the skills that are used to manage life’s everyday tasks — impacting planning, … Read more
The 5 Best Weighted Lap Pads: Reviewed By a Clinical Psycholgist
Have you ever wondered why a hug from a loved one can make you feel so good? Isn’t it amazing that a physical squeeze can … Read more
25 Fun Executive Functioning Activities for Kids (by Age)
Executive functions provide the necessary base for learning and development. They are the brain functions that enable us to focus, plan and organize our behavior. … Read more
Everything You Need to Know About Executive Functions
Table of ContentsWhat are the Executive Functions?Working MemoryWhy do we need good Working Memory?Cognitive FlexibilityWhy do we need Cognitive Flexibility?Self-controlWhy do we need good self-control?How … Read more
ADHD Medications & Side Effects: A Summary Chart
Below is a chart that summarizes the main medications used to treat ADHD at the present time. Keep in mind that it is not limitless … Read more
13 Foods To Avoid if You or Your Child Have ADHD
Did you know that doctors have conjectured that certain foods could possibly trigger or worsen attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms? Although research studies are limited … Read more
7 Foods To Eat If Your Child Has ADHD
At A Glance: Managing the symptoms of ADHD can be troublesome as an adult, and helping your child manage them can be even more complex … Read more
Being a Mom with ADHD
Becoming a parent was one of my proudest moments. From the time the strip turned blue until I was heading into the birthing room, I … Read more
ADHD Symptoms and Signs in Toddlers, Children, and Teens
There are more than 3 million cases of ADHD in the United States every year, making it a very common medical condition. The fact that … Read more
The Psychological Effects of ADHD in Children
ADHD can lead to a host of problems both at home and at school, which can interfere with your child’s ability to succeed in class, … Read more
9 Ways to Help Your Child with ADHD be Successful at School
This resource was created by Dr Ree Langham PhD: a child psychologist with over a decade experience writing and editing medical articles. At a Glance: … Read more