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@adhdparentcoach (Bluesky) ------------------ In this episode, Jenny Lucas and Lauren O'Carroll discuss the complexities of parenting children with ADHD, drawing from their personal experiences as late-diagnosed individuals. Keywords: AuDHD parenting, neurodivergent, support, diagnosis, self-discovery, parenting challenges, mental health, gentle parenting, personal journey, parenting, neurodivergence, ADHD, community, validation, self-care, parenting challenges, emotional support, mental health, family dynamics
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to ADHD Parenting
01:31 Discovering ADHD: A Personal Journey
04:11 The Impact of ADHD Diagnosis
06:32 Parenting Challenges with ADHD
10:15 The Need for Tailored Support
12:08 Critique of Traditional Parenting Courses
14:29 Navigating External Opinions and Judgments
18:05 Trusting Parental Instincts
20:32 The Complexity of Neurodivergent Parenting
22:55 Identity and Self-Discovery Post-Diagnosis
25:15 Navigating Parenting Challenges
30:10 Understanding Neurodivergence in Parenting
35:08 The Importance of Community and Validation
39:21 Key Takeaways from Parenting Support
44:43 Self-Care and Understanding Needs