Season 1 · Episode 45

45: ADHD, Aggression and Big Emotions with Rebecca Challoner

If your child is neurodivergent or you struggle to handle their challenging behaviour, tune in here.

Emotionally Intelligent Parenting with Stephanie Pinto · Stephanie Pinto

September 8, 202445m 58s

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Show Notes

In this fascinating episode, join me and ADHD expert Rebecca Challoner for a conversation packed with eye-opening insights into neurodivergence, big emotions and particularly ADHD.

Rebecca reveals why teaching kids “not to hit” doesn’t work - and what truly does. She also sheds light on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, explaining how parents can support their kids who experience this.

From managing defiance and demand avoidance to School Can’t (aka school refusal), this episode is full of practical, game-changing strategies.

Even if your child is not neurodivergent, these tips are a must-hear for raising emotionally resilient, confident, and kind kids. Don’t miss it!

Rebecca's "ADHD and Defiance Masterclass” is on 24 September online, secure your spot at:

https://www.myspiritedchild.com/adhd-and-defiance-online/

Find more about her work at www.myspiritedchild.com and follow her on all the socials, under Rebecca Challoner and My Spirited Child.

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Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

45: ADHD, Aggression and Big Emotions with Rebecca Challoner

Show Notes

In this fascinating episode, join me and ADHD expert Rebecca Challoner for a conversation packed with eye-opening insights into neurodivergence, big emotions and particularly ADHD.

Rebecca reveals why teaching kids “not to hit” doesn’t work - and what truly does. She also sheds light on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, explaining how parents can support their kids who experience this.

From managing defiance and demand avoidance to School Can’t (aka school refusal), this episode is full of practical, game-changing strategies.

Even if your child is not neurodivergent, these tips are a must-hear for raising emotionally resilient, confident, and kind kids. Don’t miss it!

Rebecca's "ADHD and Defiance Masterclass” is on 24 September online, secure your spot at:

https://www.myspiritedchild.com/adhd-and-defiance-online/

Find more about her work at www.myspiritedchild.com and follow her on all the socials, under Rebecca Challoner and My Spirited Child.

***

If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!

Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 120,000 parents in the community! 🎉

➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids

Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!

Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

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