#080 - Parenting & ADHD with Ryan Wexelblatt

In this episode, Ryan Wexelblatt shares insights on behavioral interventions for children with ADHD, focusing on practical strategies for parents to support emotional regulation, motivation, and behavior management both at home and outside. Discover how understanding the ADHD brain can transform parenting approaches and foster better outcomes for kids.

keywords

ADHD, parenting, behavioral interventions, emotional regulation, executive functioning, motivation, child development, ADHD strategies

key topics

ADHD and executive functioning delays

Cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation

Behavioral interventions and scaffolding

Managing disrespectful language and meltdowns

Creating structure and expectations for ADHD kids

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ADHD Parenting Strategies

02:59 Meet Ryan Wexelblatt and his expertise

04:29 Understanding how ADHD brains differ from neurotypical brains

06:40 The role of cognitive flexibility in ADHD behavior

08:34 Emotional regulation challenges and solutions

09:25 Living in the moment and its impact on therapy

12:37 Internal dialogue and impulsivity in ADHD

13:39 Triggers of emotional outbursts in ADHD children

15:58 Negative attention and reinforcement of behaviors

18:31 Calmness and response strategies during meltdowns

20:10 Setting expectations and opportunities for self-correction

22:21 Disrespectful language and how to address it

32:26 Teaching accountability and repair after hurtful words

36:45 Managing emotional blackmail and severe behaviors

40:03 Impulsivity and behavior outside the home

43:32 Supporting motivation and routine at home

53:30 Key takeaways for parents of ADHD children

guest links

Website - https://adhddude.com

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDDudeRyanWexelblattLCSW