ADHD Connect Podcast

Episode 20: Why Kids with ADHD Refuse or Avoid Tasks


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In this episode, we're diving into a common struggle: when kids with ADHD avoid, ignore, or flat-out refuse to do something they’re asked to do - like brushing their teeth, doing homework, or helping around the house. 

You’ll learn:
  • The real reasons behind refusal (hint: it's not just defiance)
  • How overwhelm, transitions, and motivation play a role
  • Common adult responses that accidentally escalate the situation
  • How to break out of negative patterns and avoid power struggles
  • Simple ways to encourage follow-through—without the yelling or frustration
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, these strategies will help you better understand your child’s behavior and respond in ways that build cooperation, not conflict.
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ADHD Connect PodcastBy Dr. Tish Taylor, Ph.D