Parenting

Why Reflection (Not Resolutions) Works Better for ADHD Teens “New Year, new you” doesn’t really work when your brain is wired for now. For ADHD teens, the pressure to set big goals or stick to rigid resolutions can actually increase shame and frustration - especially if they’re already feeling burnt out by the end of term. Instead, a gentle moment to look back - not forward - can be far more powerful. Why This Matters for ADHD Brains ADHD teens often struggle with time blindn

By late November, many ADHD teens are burned out. You may notice: School refusal Irritability or emotional outbursts Sleeping more (or not at all) Forgetfulness or missing assignments It’s not laziness - it’s executive function exhaustion. Why this happens: ADHD brains work harder to regulate time, focus, emotions, and transitions. By the end of term, their resources are depleted. And without recovery time, the stress spills over into home life. What parents can do: Name it:

As parents, we often spend our time reacting to what our ADHD teens aren’t  doing: the undone homework, the messy room, the forgotten...

"They’re doing this on purpose." If you’ve ever thought that - you’re not alone. When your teen with ADHD talks back, shuts down, or...

As a parent of a teenager with ADHD, it’s natural to want to protect them from struggle. You see them overwhelmed, disorganised,...

Parenting a teenager with ADHD can feel like trying to keep your balance on shifting ground. Emotions run high, tempers flare quickly,...

💡 Why This Matters If you’re parenting a teen with ADHD, you’ve probably seen them get discouraged — or give up, even when they’re...

This weekend wasn’t my finest parenting moment. It was busy. The kids were tired, emotions were high, and by Sunday afternoon, I lost my...