In this episode, hosts Ryan and Michael delve into the world of evidence-based treatment recommendations for kids with ADHD. They explore the common misconceptions surrounding therapy and coaching for children with ADHD, questioning the effectiveness of traditional approaches like cognitive training and social skills groups. Are these methods truly helping children make real-world progress, or are there more proactive and impactful strategies to consider? Tune in to discover the key concepts and insights shared by the hosts, as they navigate through the complexities of supporting children with ADHD.

Find Mike @ ⁠www.grownowadhd.com⁠ & on ⁠IG⁠

Find Ryan @ ⁠www.adhddude.com⁠ & on ⁠Youtube⁠

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[00:00:00] Start
[00:00:32] Evidence-based treatment recommendations.
[00:04:25] Treatment recommendations for kids with ADHD.
[00:10:45] Social skills training for ADHD.
[00:11:57] Requirements for social skills groups.
[00:15:40] Ineffective school support systems.
[00:19:39] Neurofeedback training pros and cons.
[00:24:02] Parent behavior training programs.
[00:26:38] Parenting challenges with ADHD.
[00:31:44] Behavioral peer interventions.
[00:34:18] Executive Functioning Coaching Importance.
[00:39:27] The red countdown timer
[00:43:20] Shifting focus to real-world progress.

In this episode, hosts Ryan and Michael delve into the rising trend of late autism diagnoses and the implications for parents and children. They question the surge in inaccurate diagnoses and discuss the importance of looking beyond labels to focus on a child's unique needs and potential. What is behind professionals teaching fragility and how does that impact children's development? How can parents navigate through questionable diagnoses and prioritize their child's quality of life? Tune in to discover the answers and gain valuable insights into supporting children with ADHD.

Find Mike @ ⁠www.grownowadhd.com⁠ & on ⁠IG⁠

Find Ryan @ ⁠www.adhddude.com⁠ & on ⁠Youtube⁠

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[00:00:00] Start
[00:00:00] Rise in mental health fragility.
[00:06:25] Social struggles in ADHD.
[00:08:36] Misconceptions about autism.
[00:11:33] Autism and ADHD misconceptions.
[00:15:03] Label obsession in child diagnoses.
[00:20:48] Teaching independence and resilience.
[00:23:16] Three areas of focus: home, academic, social

In this episode of the ADHD Guys podcast, hosts Ryan and Michael delve into the misconceptions surrounding ADHD evaluations and treatments. They challenge outdated recommendations and emphasize the importance of parent coaching in strengthening executive functions. Do therapy and social skills groups really help kids with ADHD? How can parents navigate the overwhelming evaluation process to ensure effective support for their children? Tune in to uncover the truth behind ADHD treatments and discover the key to fostering growth in children with ADHD.

Find Mike @ ⁠www.grownowadhd.com⁠ & on ⁠IG⁠

Find Ryan @ ⁠www.adhddude.com⁠ & on ⁠Youtube⁠

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[00:00:00] Start
[00:00:36] Misunderstanding of ADHD treatments.
[00:04:50] Evaluations for ADHD diagnosis.
[00:07:52] Executive functioning and success.
[00:12:34] Executive functioning and behavior therapy.
[00:15:10] Misconceptions about therapy.
[00:20:29] Parent coaching in executive functioning.
[00:23:18] Ineffective social skills groups.
[00:26:10] Kids thriving without phones.

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