The ADHD Guys Podcast The ADHD Guys Podcast

In this episode, Ryan and Michael delve into the intricate world of social perspective taking, uncovering the crucial role it plays in social interactions. They explore the misunderstood concept of social executive functioning, shedding light on why perspective taking is a foundational skill.



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[00:00:00] Start

[00:01:41] Social executive functioning skills.

[00:06:11] Social attention-seeking behaviors.

[00:09:08] Social executive functioning ADHD.

[00:11:12] Lack of social perspective taking.

[00:15:37] The importance of varied experiences.

[00:17:27] Boys need real friendships.

[00:21:04] Social perspective taking.

[00:23:56] Lack of perspective in adulthood.

[00:28:32] Lack of empathy and perspective taking.

[00:32:38] The effectiveness of social skills groups.

[00:35:15] Social skills groups for ADHD.

[00:37:52] Teaching perspective taking strategies.

[00:41:42] Teaching social competency.

[00:45:07] Social perspective taking.

[00:46:34] General informational and educational purposes.

Stop trying to partner with your kids in parenting! In this episode, Ryan and Michael delve into the concept of authoritative parenting, challenging the idea of children masking their true selves due to ADHD. They explore the importance of pushing children out of their comfort zones and discuss practical strategies for effective parenting. What are the three key parenting rules shared by a pediatric emergency doctor? How can parents model emotional regulation for their children?



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[00:00:00] Start[00:01:51] Children's role in parenting.[00:06:16] Pushing children out of comfort.[00:09:06] Boys and therapy resistance.[00:11:00] Resilience and Anti-Fragility.[00:15:54] Parenting challenges and decisions.[00:19:18] Building self-confidence in children.[00:21:33] Varied experiences for child development.[00:25:41] Strategies for handling child's resistance.[00:28:47] Clutch and cringe video segment.[00:32:27] The negative impact of masking.[00:36:32] ADHD masking on social media.[00:38:08] Parenting rules and discipline.

In this episode, hosts Ryan and Michael delve into the intricate world of social executive functioning skills in children with ADHD. They explore the difference between social skills and social executive function skills, highlighting the challenges faced by kids with ADHD in social interactions. With a focus on perspective taking and cognitive flexibility, the hosts provide insights into how parents can support their children in navigating social situations. Tune in to discover the crucial role of front-loading information and the impact of social relationships on long-term success.



Find Mike @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.grownowadhd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Find Ryan @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.adhddude.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠



00:00:00 Intro

00:01:22 Social executive function skills.

00:03:27 Differences between ADHD and autism.

00:07:15 Disorder of self-awareness in ADHD.

00:10:41 Difficulty with perspective taking.

00:15:01 Social challenges in ADHD.

00:18:38 Social executive functioning challenges.

00:22:19 Social executive function challenges.

00:24:18 Social impact of ADHD behaviors.

00:26:14 Male youth development.

00:29:19 Social relationships and success.

00:34:17 Teaching social perspective taking.

00:36:26 The ADHD parent.

00:40:22 Front loading for social skills.

00:43:26 Pushing kids out of comfort zones.

00:45:26 Parenting through discomfort and anxiety.

00:50:00 Social dangers of Discord.

00:50:48 Social executive functioning groups.

The ADHD Guys podcast hosts, Ryan and Michael, delve into the lack of men in the mental health and speech language pathology fields, discussing the challenges and implications of this imbalance. They explore the impact on boys' social development, highlighting the importance of natural social interactions over structured groups.



Find Mike @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.grownowadhd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ & on ⁠⁠⁠⁠IG⁠⁠⁠⁠

Find Ryan @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.adhddude.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ & on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠



00:00:00 - Start

00:01:48 - Lack of men in respective fields.

00:06:26 - Men in speech-language pathology.

00:07:25 - Speech pathology misconceptions.

00:11:30 - Creating a welcoming environment.

00:15:32 - Social skills and speech-language pathologists.

00:16:47 - Neurodiversity affirming therapists.

00:20:48 - Social pragmatic language groups.

00:23:10 - ADHD and social executive functioning.

00:28:00 - Social skills groups for boys.

00:31:00 - Cultivating and sustaining friendships.

00:33:31 - Male loneliness epidemic.

00:36:24 - Social activities for skill development.

00:41:35 - Stark differences between boys and girls.

In this episode of the ADHD Guys podcast, hosts Ryan and Michael delve into the crucial topic of emotional dysregulation in kids with ADHD. They challenge traditional views on executive functioning, emphasizing the importance of self-regulation and cognitive flexibility. How can parents navigate emotional outbursts without falling into the trap of parental accommodation? What strategies can help children develop better emotional regulation skills at home? Tune in to discover the evidence-based treatments recommended for kids with ADHD and learn how to empower your child through effective parenting techniques.



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00:00:00 Start

00:02:09 Cognitive flexibility and emotional dysregulation

00:03:34 The power of attention

00:08:24 Ignoring negative behaviors

00:10:22 Affective calmness

00:15:16 Parenting and child's discomfort

00:19:36 Brain breaks for self-regulation

00:23:12 Developing self-regulation skills

00:24:16 Less language for better parenting

00:27:10 Teaching kids emotional regulation skills

This episode delves into the challenges parents face in pushing their children out of their comfort zones. They explore the concept of the "ADHD comfort zone" and discuss the importance of exposing kids to new experiences to build resilience. How can parents navigate emotional manipulation and noise from their children? What strategies can be employed to help kids develop self-awareness and overcome anxiety? Tune in to discover the answers, plus how episodic memory plays a crucial role in shaping a child's perspective and decision-making.



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{{chapters}}[00:00:00] Start[00:01:19] The ADHD comfort zone.[00:06:50] Shifting Parenting Trends.[00:10:48] Temporary discomfort versus trauma.[00:12:43] Parenting Expectations vs. Choices.[00:17:13] Emotional manipulation and noise.[00:19:16] Negative attention-seeking behavior.[00:22:29] Emotional manipulation with screens.[00:27:10] Controlling the home environment.[00:30:31] Building resilience through exposure therapy.[00:34:18] Memory and positive experiences.