56 - Shannon Thornton and Strategies to Raise Kids with ADHD
Parents are the primary advocates for their neurodivergent children, and it's essential for them to know and understand their child's unique needs truly! In this episode, Samantha sits down with Shannon Thornton to discuss effective strategies for raising children with ADHD. By knowing their child better and observing the best methods, they can become their child's most significant advocate and ally! Stay tuned!
Autistic and ADHD Kids Parenting Strategies: Every Brain is Different
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Show Notes
Parents are the primary advocates for their neurodivergent children, and it's essential for them to know and understand their child's unique needs truly! In this episode, Samantha sits down with Shannon Thornton to discuss effective strategies for raising children with ADHD. By knowing their child better and observing the best methods, they can become their child's most significant advocate and ally! Stay tuned!
Here's what to expect on the podcast:
- Some common mistakes Shannon made when first trying to support her neurodivergent children.
- Focusing on a child's executive age rather than their chronological age.
- The social challenges faced by children with ADHD.
- Be mindful of negative comments and feedback, which can significantly impact a child's self-esteem.
- And much more!
About Shannon:
Shannon Thornton is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider through the Institute of Certified ADHD Professionals who Chrysalis Behavioral Therapy and Counseling.
Connect with Shannon Thornton!
Website: https://www.chrysalisbtc.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrysalisbtc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrysalisbtc
Resources:
The ADDitude Symptom Checker: https://www.additudemag.com/
CHADD: https://chadd.org/
How to ADHD: https://www.youtube.com/c/howtoadhd
Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: www.boisemusictherapycompany.com
Email: [email protected]
Consultation: https://letsmeet.io/boisemusictherapycompany/30-minute-phone-consultation
Register for Neurodiversity in Harmony: A Summit for Empowered Parenting: https://www.boisemusictherapycompany.com/register.
Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/