Communication Strategies for Parents of ADHD Kids
ADHD Janine Kelly ADHD Janine Kelly

Communication Strategies for Parents of ADHD Kids

Parenting a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging. From managing impulsive behavior to navigating academic difficulties, parents of ADHD children often find themselves overwhelmed. However, effective communication strategies can significantly alleviate these challenges, fostering understanding, support, and growth within the family dynamic.

In this blog, we will explore various communication techniques tailored specifically for parents of ADHD children, aimed at promoting positive interactions and enhancing overall well-being.

Read More
Play Therapy Supports Neurodivergent Children with ADHD & Autism
Autism, ADHD Janine Kelly Autism, ADHD Janine Kelly

Play Therapy Supports Neurodivergent Children with ADHD & Autism

Neurodiversity is a concept that celebrates the natural variation in the human brain, acknowledging that neurological differences, such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), contribute to the rich tapestry of human experience.

In this blog, we'll take a closer look at ADHD and Autism, examining their connections through a lens that appreciates and supports neurodiversity. Additionally, we'll explore the therapeutic powers of play therapy in supporting individuals with these neurodevelopmental conditions.

Read More
ADHD Janine Kelly ADHD Janine Kelly

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR ADHD CHILD KEEPS WAKING UP TOO EARLY

Every morning your ADHD child storms into your bedroom. They are very loud and disrupt the entire house. Every. Single. Morning. There’s no getting back to sleep now. Everyone is up, and the day starts earlier than you had wanted. It keeps happening every morning, and you don’t know what to do. All you want to do is be able to sleep in for one day! Just one day! You keep telling your child to stay in their room if they wake up early, but they don’t listen. This blog provides tips to help your ADHD child stay in their bedroom when they wake up too early.

Read More
ADHD Janine Kelly ADHD Janine Kelly

6 Tips on how to Parent a Child with ADHD

Your child has constant meltdowns. They seem to come out of nowhere. The constant yelling and fighting…it’s like there is never a quiet moment! The stress of it causes you to lose control and have your own meltdown! Below are 6 tips of how to parent a child who suffers from ADHD.

Read More
Trauma, ADHD, Anxiety Janine Kelly Trauma, ADHD, Anxiety Janine Kelly

5 Tips on how to Decrease your Child’s Screen Time

You have noticed your child’s mood and behavior has changed. They are very irritable and are disrespectful towards you. Their priority is playing video games, watching television, or being on their phone or tablet. You’re upset at yourself allowing it to get this far. You want to get them off electronics but don’t know where to start. Below find 5 tips on how to decrease your child’s screen time.  

Read More
ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly

The 6 Negative Effects of Kids having Too Much Screen Time

Your child is drawn to all electronic devices. They don’t even care about playing with toys anymore. They are glued to the screen! You can’t even have a conversation with them anymore. You try to take the electronic devices away and they become angry and even aggressive. You are worried about them. What effect is this having on them? Below are 6 negative effects of kids having too much screen time.

Read More
Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD Janine Kelly Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD Janine Kelly

4 Tips on How to Get Your Child Out of the House in the Morning

Getting out of the house in the morning is a complete nightmare. Aside from having to get ready yourself you have to stay on top of your child because if you don’t they will get distracted. You constantly have to nag them about getting ready in the morning. Below are 4 tips to help get your child out of the house in the morning without the stress.

Read More
ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly

5 Tips on How to Get your Child to do Chores

You ask your child to do a simple task and they respond “In a minute.” You check on them shortly after and there they are sitting on the couch watching television. You can’t help but yell at them. Why don’t they just do what they are asked to do? Below are 5 tips on how to get your child to do chores.

Read More
ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly

The 4 Benefits of Your Child Completing Chores

You work a 9-5 job and don’t want to spend all of your time off from work cleaning up the house. Sometimes you ask your child to assist you because you want to get them off the couch. You are sick of watching them play video games. Other times you don’t even bother. Below are the 4 benefits of your child completing household chores.

Read More
ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety Janine Kelly

6 Tips to Help the Holiday Run Smoothly

It is that time of the year again and as much as you enjoy spending time with your family during the Holidays, you are dreading hosting it at your house. It is stressful enough to have to prepare so that everything goes perfectly, but on top of that you have to worry about your child behaving. Below are 6 tips to help the holiday season run as smoothly as possible.

Read More