Bonus: ADHD Deep Dive with Mike McLeod

Shanna and Laura sit down with Mike McLeod, founder of GrowNOW ADHD, co-host of "The ADHD Parenting Podcast," and author of "The Executive Function Playbook," to learn more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). They dive into common misconceptions about ADHD, when parents might start to see signs of ADHD in their children, how screen time affects neurodivergent kids, how to navigate the ADHD medication journey, and so much more. Mike also breaks down exactly what executive function is and shares practical strategies parents can start using today to help strengthen their kids' executive functioning skills. This episode is available one week early for Patreon members at the Friends and Besties tiers.Topics discussed in this episode:Mike McLeod's background and how he became an ADHD expertWhy ADHD is not a superpower, and why that framing can be harmfulAt what age to start evaluating your child for ADHDWhat executive function actually isThe four pillars of executive functionWorking memory: hindsight, foresight and why ADHD kids are stuck in the present momentPractical strategies to strengthen executive functioning at homeScreen time and ADHD: what the research actually saysEdTech in classroomsADHD medication: safety, effectiveness and navigating trial and errorCommon ADHD myths bustedWhy ADHD kids need authoritative parentingHow to stop carrying the mental load aloneProducts, links, resources mentioned in this episode:GrowNOW ADHD - Mike's organization, parent training and student skills coaching"The Executive Function Playbook: Building Independence in Kids with ADHD" by Mike McLeod - Mike's book, frequently referenced in this episode"The Executive Function Playbook in Action: Activities and Exercises to Support Kids with ADHD" - the companion workbook"The ADHD Parenting Podcast" - co-hosted by Mike McLeod and Ryan Wexelblatt, founder of ADHD DudeGrowNOW ADHD on InstagramDr. Russell Barkley on YouTube - recommended for more on working memory and executive functionSarah Ward, M.S., CCC/SLP - also recommended for more on executive function"The Digital Delusion" by Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath - a must-read for parents and educators on edtechBookThinkers - the event Mike attended in BostonConnect with Us:• Become a Patreon member to access ad-free episodes, bonus content, live hangouts and more!• Follow us on social:&nbsp;Instagram,&nbsp;<a hr