SAT, ACT and standardized testing are words that every student dreads – ADHD or not. So much studying and preparation take place that it’s not a stretch for students (and parents) to call the whole process a nightmare.Jenn Cohen is CEO and Lead Tutor of LaunchPad Education. LaunchPad offers specialized online test prep tutoring for students with learning differences and ADHD. She is a frequent conference and webinar presenter and has been featured on Good Morning Texas. She currently serves as Treasurer of the Texas affiliate of the Learning Disabilities Association of America. Jenn lives in Dallas with her husband, Gary, and daughter, Erin.10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex KidsThere are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again.Listen to this informative Parenting With Impact episode with Jennifer Cohen about everything you need to know about test prep for complex kids!Here is what was covered on this special archival episode:Test prep for LD and ADHD kids is very different than standard versionsContent needs to be delivered in a way that works FOR your childWhat questions should you ask your child’s tutor to ensure the best prep?Related Articles:Study Tips to Stay Focused, Interested and OrganizedFind Your VillageIn-School Test Accommodations for Kids with ADHD & Executive FunctionOutrageous Homework Advice for Kids with ADHDA Huge “aha” Moment: Set Realistic Expectations for ADHD KidsConnect with Jennifer:WebsiteFacebookLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travel can be a challenge for most people, but for children who are neurodiverse or have special needs, it can feel overwhelming at best and impossible at worst. Travel IS possible, and it can help reinforce the lessons we teach them in learning flexibility and how to meet challenges head-on.Dawn M. Barclay is an award-winning author who has spent a career working in different aspects of the travel industry. She worked in sales and marketing for her parents’ two firms, Barclay Travel Ltd and then branched out into travel trade reporting with senior or contributing editor positions at Travel Agent Magazine, Travel Life, Travel Market Report, and most recently, Insider Travel Report. She is a mother of two. Dawn’s book, Traveling Different presents travel strategies and anecdotes from Certified Autism Travel ProfessionalsTM, parents of special needs children, associations and advocates, and mental health professionals, broken down by mode of transportation and type of venue.Listen to this Parenting with Impact episode with Dawn Barclay about navigating the challenges and fear of traveling with a complex kid.Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex KidsParenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Small steps to ease your child into travel, and pinpointing triggersCreating specific activities just for your kid- include them in planningExplore the ever-growing options for special accommodation for your childTraveling Different, the “Autism Travel Bible,” to Be Released in Paperback April 2024 as Part of National Autism Acceptance Month Links Mentioned:IBCCESCertified Autism CenterCarol Gray Social StoriesTraveling Different Book Connect with Dawn:WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jane Massengill, LCSW, is a master certified coach specializing in adults and young adults with ADHD. She has a private practice in Danville, California and works with people around the globe to bring out the best in themselves. She is also the Director of The Gremlin-Taming Institute where she teaches workshops and teleclasses on the Gremlin-Taming Method®, a mindfulness practice that “is the single most effective tool I know for helping people with (and without) ADHD navigate the challenges inherent in everything from locating your toothbrush to finding enjoyment in every breath.” Jane was a contributing author for the 2002 ADDA Guidelines for ADD Coaches and also wrote a chapter on ADD Coaching in the book "Healing ADD" by Daniel Amen. Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Jane Massengill about the roadblocks parents can encounter when parenting difficult kids, or those with ADHD or other complex issues.Here is what was covered on this special archival episode:If parents don’t learn to adapt or adjust as their child grows, they are in for troubleParents are often mired in beliefs about how things should be that don’t workUtilizing role playing with your child to shift your beliefs about you kid Related Blogs:Pacing Yourself for the Marathon of ParentingConfident Parenting- Why Bother?Saboteur Management: How to Silence Your Inner CriticHelp Your ADD/ADHD Child: Change Your Perspective Connect with Jane:Website:  https://www.janemassengill.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi-rS8frOWaEJuO5oJkCywg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoachJaneMassengill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janemassengill/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janemassengill/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Kate Barrett, ACG, ACC, Founder of Coaching Cville, is an ADHD & EF Coach providing coaching and educational services internationally based in Charlottesville, VA. She has served her community through extensive volunteer and advocacy roles in the public school system and ADHD expert roles in parent, couple and student education seminars.She provides individual and group programs locally and internationally and speaks regularly to professionals, community stakeholders, and industry on executive function and ADHD.Kate’s focus is an overlay of EF theory with ADHD Coaching in order to facilitate systemic scaffolding and supports for those diagnosed with ADHD. In addition, she finds teaching and coaching non-ADHD caregivers and partners on the intricacies of ADHD further supports all members of the relationship through the development and practice of empathy and appreciation for neurodiversity within the family structure.Kate shares her story of how she has grown as a coach, as well as how her own parenting has improved.Listen to this insider’s look Success Stories Edition of Parenting With Impact episode with Kate Barrett about how the tools she uses as a coach integrate into her approach when working with clients, and even her own kids.Parenting is LeadershipParenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Encouraging and exercising resiliency is one of the most effective coaching toolsEmploying the coach took box at home improves your ability to help your clientsBuild a community of those who get what you are going through Related Links:CHADD Sanity School For ParentsConnect with Kate:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInInstagramTwitterLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ilana Stoch has been working at Camp Kodiak since it began in 1991. It was started by her father, Dave, who introduced her to the camping world when she was 3 years old. She followed in her father’s footsteps by becoming a teacher, and then later, working with students who were struggling in school – academically, socially, and/or emotionally. She also worked as a guidance counselor in a middle school for several years. After 15 years of teaching with the Peel District School Board, Ilana has moved on to the year-round position of Director of Camp Kodiak where she now spends 10 months preparing for future successful summers. 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex KidsThere are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Ilana about how to choose the right summer camp for your complex kid. Summer camp can be a chance for complex kids to work on a wide variety of skills for independence — from relationships to personal development. But to select the best fit for your child, effective communication is important.Here is what was covered on this special archival episode:Choosing a program, you know will provide the opportunity for successBe very specific about what your child needs- their challenges, medical needs, etc.Be forthcoming with any issues that came up during the school yearConnect with Ilana:Website: https://www.campkodiak.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/campkodiak/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campkodiak/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When dealing with behavior issues, finding the cause is a pressing concern. Is the behavior a result of ADHD and depression? Is it due to anxiety? Oftentimes it can mean a combination of two or more. Sometimes one will cause the other. Bottom line, while diagnosis is important in deciding if medication or a specialist is necessary, when it comes to behavior management, the treatment means addressing the most troublesome symptom first. How do you navigate ADHD and depression?Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss the combination of ADHD and depression, and how to approach treatment.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:ADHD and depression are often intertwined. How finding the right provider is key in building support for your kid.Depression does not always manifest as sadness, what are the lesser-known symptoms of depression?How to continue challenging executive function skills without triggering depression or pushing your child to the point of refusal. Links Mentioned:ArticlesTreating Depression & Anxiety Disorder in People with ADHDWhen Parenting is Scary: Parenting Kids with Depression, Anxiety, and MoreWhat to do if You Suspect Depression in Your KidThe Arduous BattleWhat I’ve Learned About Parenting a Teen With DepressionVideo:Distraction & DepressionConnect with Elaine and Diane:Website: www.impactparents.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-SheetSo -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible: What is recommended treatment for children and teens? Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring. ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Specializing exclusively in special education law since 2003, Christy Calbos has extensive knowledge of how public schools educate children with disabilities. As an IEP and 504 lawyer, she puts this knowledge and experience to work for her clients.Listen to this informative Parenting With Impact episode with Christie Calbos about what to do when it feels like your school is not following your child’s 504 or IEP.Here is what was covered on this special archival episode:What to do if there is a blatant violation of your child’s 504 or IEPGet clarity on the objectives, goals, and instructions set for accommodating your childWhen to call in an advocate Related Articles: Prepare for 504 or IEP Meetings with a Lawyer’s 4 Best TipsGetting a 504 for ADHD: One Mom’s Success StoryWhat IS Free & Appropriate Public Education For Your Child?10 Tips to Improve Communication with Your ADHD Child’s Teachers Homework Headaches Home-Study CourseConnect with Christy:Website www.calboslaw.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/calboslawfirm 10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex KidsThere are only 10 tips in this FREE parent’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents -- and they’re the only ones you need to give you the foundation to help your kids find school success! Used by parents all over the world, you learn quick steps to lighten the load and help smart kids feel good about school again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Richer's lived experiences as an Elite level athlete, a parent of 2 neurodivergent boys, personal/professional experiences and numerous educational learnings led her to create Journey2bloom and put all her focus and energy into being a neurodiversity consultant.She provides parents and educators with simpler ways to access resources, tools and advisory services that help them navigate the ever-evolving neurodiversity journey. The personalized programs, advising, training and collaboration bring clarity, confidence and courage to guide her clients through their own neurodiverse learning journey. Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Lisa Richer about navigating the path to raising a neurodiverse child.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:What a neurodiverse learner is, possible causes and how they process informationAdvocating for your kid starts with understanding how their brain functions and learnsFamily & friends can be detractors when not understanding your child or what they needArticle Mentioned:https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/bless-heart-just-doesnt-understand-adhd/Connect with Lisa:https://journey2bloom.com/[email protected] https://www.facebook.com/journey2bloom LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-richer-6040b74/ Parenting is LeadershipParenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this bonus episode from the archives of ImpactParents with Dr. Fogg about the way our brains manage, create, and put into action the behaviors we want (and don’t want!) to happen.Stanford University Behavior Scientist, Dr. BJ Fogg, teaches people how behavior works. With deep experience in teaching and innovation, he splits his time between Stanford University and industry innovation, running a research lab and teaching his models and methods in graduate seminars, and bringing his breakthrough method "Tiny Habits" into global corporations. His Stanford students have gone on to co-found Instagram, and start the Center for Humane Technology. In 2010, his work on “Behavior Design” led to the creation of a set of models and methods about human behavior (with nothing to do with technology.) His TEDx talk “Forget big change, start with Tiny Habits” has over a million views. Find out more at BJFogg.com and look forward to his upcoming book, Tiny Habits: The Small Changes that Change Everything, scheduled for publication in 2020.Here is what was covered on this special archival episode:The three factors that affect the way we act or don’t actHow to create a targeted approach to changing your child’s behaviorTroubleshooting a missing behavior and overcoming executive function obstacles Related Articles:Should Your Kids Be Responsible for Their Own Systems Yet?Why Can’t I Motivate my Kids to do What I Ask?Five Ways to Get Your Kids (or Anyone) to do What You AskMotivate Kids Without Overwhelming or Causing Pushback: Keep it SimpleHow to Help (Without Enabling) Your Kid: The Four Roles of the ParentRewards Systems: Why They Work and How to Start OneRelated Video:Video Tip: Take AimConnect with Dr. BJ Fogg:Website: https://www.bjfogg.com/Tiny Habits Book: https://tinyhabits.com/TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdKUJxjn-R8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinyhabits Twitter: https://twitter.com/bjfogg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjfogg/ Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this inspiring Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane go over the steps to guide your child into independence. Here is what to expect on this week’s show:The relationship you have with your child is the foundation to building independenceYour role in getting your child to self-manage, in progressive, buildable stepsFostering independence in our kids happens is habit building and trust See the Independence Pyramid Graphic  Connect with Elaine and Diane:www.impactparents.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/@impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsTwitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparents Motivation Guide In this FREE insider’s guide from the experts at ImpactParents, join with parents all over the world who are successfully using these 3 steps and 7 quick tips to motivate their children and teens to respond to requests without meltdowns, distractions, or pushback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices