Is your child constantly melting down, not listening, or labeled “too sensitive”? You might be dealing with more than just typical kid behavior. In this powerful episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, pediatric psychologist Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart joins us to break down the real signs of ADHD in kids and how emotional dysregulation in ADHD impacts their daily lives—and yours.

Whether you’re wondering about ADHD symptoms in kids, how to handle tantrums that feel extreme, or why parenting feels so exhausting, this conversation will bring clarity, hope, and practical strategies you can use immediately. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of your child’s brain, behavior, and how to support them without losing yourself in the process.

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🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode:

Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart’s Website: http://www.anewdaysa.com

Follow Dr. Lockhart on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.annlouise.lockhart

ACEs Study: https://www.cdc.gov/aces/about/index.html

Book: The Whole-Brain Child by Dr. Dan Siegel https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Brain-Child-Revolutionary-Strategies-Developing/dp/0553386697

Book: Science of Stretch by Dr. Leada Malek https://www.amazon.com/Science-Stretch-Flexible-Potential-Maximize/dp/0744084474

CBT Resources: https://www.nami.org/

ACT Resources: http://contextualscience.org

Parent Coaching with Dr. Lockhart: http://www.anewdaysa.com/parent-coaching

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