In this podcast, listeners will learn more about routines and how they can use them to make life less stressful for themselves and their children. Tips are provided on how to create routines and find solutions to potential problems with using routines.
Feb 17, 2017•24 min
In this podcast, listeners will learn more about what a psycho-educational assessment is and how it may help someone who has ADHD or other disabilities that affect learning. Listeners are provided with information about what to expect when obtaining a psycho-educational assessment and tips on how to get the most out of the assessment process.
Nov 13, 2016•25 min
October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the final episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "children will outgrow their ADHD."
Oct 31, 2016•14 min
October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the fourth episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "ADHD medications increase the risk of drug abuse."
Oct 24, 2016•18 min
October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the third episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "people with ADHD are lazy."
Oct 16, 2016•21 min
October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the second episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "all children with ADHD have behavior problems."
Oct 10, 2016•16 min
October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the first episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "ADHD is just an excuse for poor parenting or “bad behavior”."
Oct 03, 2016•27 min
This podcast provides information about IPPs (Individual Program Plans) for students with disabilities. In most school systems, ADHD is considered a disability and therefore an IPP is usually put into place to support the student. Parents will learn more about IPPs and how they can advocate for their child during the IPP process.
Sep 19, 2016•20 min
This podcast episode provides parents with some tips for helping the new school year be successful for students who have ADHD.
Sep 05, 2016•24 min
In this podcast, listeners will learn more about why it is important to have an official diagnosis of ADHD in the first place. Things to keep in mind when visiting a professional for an ADHD assessment are also discussed.
Aug 22, 2016•25 min
This podcast describes working memory and how it is related to ADHD. Strategies for improving working memory are also provided.
Aug 07, 2016•24 min
This podcast reviews research about how ADHD symptoms are related to reading difficulties. Some general strategies for working with children who have ADHD are provided.
Jul 21, 2016•14 min
This podcast provides an overview of the current research on gender and ADHD. There is also a discussion about why this research may be drawing particular conclusions related to women and girls who have ADHD. Special considerations should be made for women and girls who may be seeking assessment and/or treatment for ADHD.
Jul 14, 2016•20 min
This podcast may be helpful for parents of children who have been newly diagnosed with ADHD. It provides information about the symptoms of the disorder and how those symptoms may be seen in daily life. This podcast may also be beneficial to people who are considering seeking an assessment for attention difficulties and may want more background information about ADHD.
Jul 05, 2016•38 min
In this podcast, listeners will learn about executive functions and how they are impaired in individuals with ADHD. Parents will learn strategies to help their child with difficulties in executive function. A great podcast for learning strategies for planning, organizing, managing emotions, shifting attention and being flexible, getting started on tasks and organizing your belongings.
May 25, 2016•40 min
In this podcast, parents will learn more self-regulation in children with ADHD. Details about a kids self-regulation intervention group available in Calgary, AB are also provided.
May 18, 2016•9 min
In this podcast, parents will learn about the power that negative comments can have on children and the importance of ensuring that they receive plenty of positive comments to balance out the negatives.
May 10, 2016•7 min
This podcast may be beneficial for parents of teenagers or young adults who are considering attending university or college. Suggestions for how to make a smooth transition and information about funding and setting up supports and accommodations is provided.
Apr 07, 2016•19 min
This podcast provides a detailed description of the More Than Just Making Lists adult ADHD intervention group offered at CanLearn Society, in Calgary, Alberta. For more information and registration details visit www.canlearnsociety.ca.
Mar 24, 2016•17 min
This podcast summarizes the results of a recent research review that looked at 127 studies, which focused on ADHD treatment and self-esteem. Outcomes in self-esteem are discussed comparing treated ADHD vs. untreated ADHD vs. individuals without ADHD.
Mar 16, 2016•16 min
In this podcast, parents will learn about assistive technology and how it can be used to help children and youth with ADHD.
Feb 25, 2016•10 min
In this podcast, parents will learn the importance of modeling to their children healthy ways to deal with tough emotions.
Feb 25, 2016•5 min
In this podcast, parents will learn how to use a type of positive reinforcement, known as the Premack Principle, to help improve positive behaviours and interactions with their child.
Feb 19, 2016•8 min
In this podcast, parents will be given some important things to consider when sharing their child's ADHD diagnosis with others.
Feb 19, 2016•6 min
In this podcast, parents will be provided with a brief history of the research on using diet to treat ADHD. Current research about diet and ADHD is also discussed.
Feb 19, 2016•7 min
In this podcast, parents will learn about the most recent research findings from a 2015 meta-analysis about using Omega-3 supplementation as a treatment for ADHD.
Feb 19, 2016•5 min