Episode 39: Book review - 12 Principles for Raising a Child with ADHD

In today’s episode, I’m diving into Russell Barkley’s 12 Principles for Raising a Child with ADHD—get ready for some serious insight! With Barkley as our guide, we’re about to embark on a journey to help everyday parents like me navigate the rollercoaster ride of raising a child with ADHD. So, why is Barkley so adamant about getting a professional evaluation and support right from the start? What’s the big deal there?

Barkley’s not your average parenting guru—he’s all about ditching the control-freak vibe and embracing a more relaxed, supportive approach. But how exactly does that make a difference in our children’s lives? And speaking of making a difference, Barkley says we need to figure out what’s truly important to focus on. But let’s be real—with a million things on our plates, how do we even begin to prioritise?

Mindfulness is one of Barkley’s big buzzwords—he’s all about parents finding their inner calm to better support their kids. But how does mindfulness really help us stay grounded while also guiding our little ones through their big emotions? And then there’s communication—Barkley’s got some clever strategies for simplifying instructions and handing out more high-fives. But will these approaches genuinely improve our everyday chats with our kids?

Let’s get ready to absorb some powerful insights that could completely change the game for us and our ADHD kiddos. How might Barkley’s principles shake things up and make life a little easier—and a lot more awesome—for us all? Find out in this episode.

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