Parenting ADHD with Annie Adjan

Annie Adjan
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Welcome to the Parenting ADHD Podcast! I'm Annie Adjan, your host, and certified academic and ADHD coach. Visit https://www.annieadjan.com for more free resources and personalized support! Each episode is dedicated to helping parents, educators, and students navigate the world of academics and personal development. We'll delve into a variety of subjects shaping every learner's journey, touching on executive functions like metacognition, effective time management, study skills, stress management, and so much more. We'll demystify the science of learning and offer tools to enhance our ability to think about thinking. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance for your child's academic success, an educator aiming to inspire, or a student pursuing excellence, "The Parenting ADHD Podcast" provides practical, science-backed strategies for all. I'm here to create an inclusive learning environment for all learners, regardless of neurodiversity. Here, we celebrate the transformative power of education, break down barriers, and promote academic growth and personal development. Join me and let's unlock your child's potential together. For personalized support, feel free to apply for a free coaching session at https://www.annieadjan.com Let's pave the way to success, one episode at a time.

  1. 4d ago

    Why Consequences Fail With ADHD Teens (And What Works)

    Are you exhausted from handing out consequences to your ADHD teen, only to watch the same mistakes happen again? You ground them. You take away the phone. You enforce the consequence. And yet… nothing really changes. In this episode, I’ll show you why consequence-heavy parenting often doesn’t work very well for the ADHD brain — and how one simple shift can help you get better results with far fewer battles. Using the familiar ABC model of behavior, we’re going to stop putting so much attention on C — the consequence and start parenting more proactively at A — the activator. In other words, instead of waiting for your teenager to mess up and then reacting, you’ll learn how to get out ahead of the predictable ADHD challenges and set your teen up for success. I’ll also give you my three R’s for A+ Parenting: Remove, Rehearse, and Reinforce — three practical ADHD parenting strategies you can start using right away. Because ADHD teens don’t need more opportunities to fail and get punished. They need more opportunities to experience success, build executive functioning skills, form better habits, and hear us catch them doing something right. Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  2. Oct 22

    How to Build Your ADHD Teen’s Executive Function Skills (Without Nagging)

    Parenting a teen with ADHD can sometimes feel like a race against time. You know your teen needs skills like planning, organization, time management, and follow-through to become an independent adult. But how do you help them develop those skills without constantly reminding, nagging, or telling them what to do? In this episode, I'm sharing two simple but powerful parenting strategies: “We Do” and “Ask, Don't Tell.” I'll show you how to use everyday moments—from homework and getting out the door to cooking and learning to drive—to strengthen your teen's executive functioning skills. You'll learn why doing things with your teen is often more effective than expecting them to figure things out on their own, and how replacing reminders with thoughtful questions can help your teen become a more confident, independent problem-solver. The goal isn't just to get your teen to complete today's tasks. It's to help them develop the skills they'll need for a lifetime. Keep calm and parent strong! I'm always in your corner, wishing you all A's in your every parenting endeavor. Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  3. Mar 20

    Parenting Oppositional Behavior in Teens with ADHD

    Oppositional behavior is not a parenting failure, and it is not just “bad behavior.” In this episode, Annie explains why anger, non-compliance, and defiance are often part of how ADHD shows up in teens, especially when they are overwhelmed, dysregulated, or missing key skills. She shares two practical tools parents can use to respond more effectively: a calm, firm in-the-moment strategy for heated situations, and a collaborative approach for solving the real problems underneath the behavior later. If you feel like you’re losing your child to constant conflict, this episode will help you lead with more calm, more clarity, and more confidence.   Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  4. Mar 17

    Why Your Teen Shuts Down When You Bring Up Homework

    Your teen isn’t pushing you away because they don’t care about school. More often, they’re overwhelmed, discouraged, and not sure how to let you help. In this episode, Annie shares a simple, calm, structured way to check in on schoolwork so you can build more trust, less conflict, and better follow-through at home. Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  5. Jan 30

    What Not to Say to Your ADHD Teen (And What to Say Instead)

    If you’ve ever wondered “Why did that simple comment blow up?” — this episode is for you. Parents of ADHD teens often unintentionally make symptoms worse with the words they use. In this episode, I share three common language mistakes that quietly escalate anxiety, shutdowns, meltdowns, and fibbing — and I give you exact scripts to use instead. These small shifts can dramatically reduce power struggles, improve honesty, and strengthen your connection with your teen. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why replacing “but” with “and” changes everything for the ADHD nervous system How “why” questions trigger threat responses and emotional shutdown What to ask instead of “why” so your teen stays regulated and engaged Why ADHD teens fib — and why it’s about anxiety, not dishonesty How yes/no questions unintentionally invite lying Simple scripts that promote honesty, cooperation, and accountability How inclusive, low-demand language builds trust instead of tension Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  6. Jan 28

    Screen Addiction and ADHD Teens: What Parents Need to Know

    Screens aren’t just distracting your teen with ADHD — they’re chemically hijacking the ADHD brain. In this episode, I explain why screens are so addictive for ADHD teens and share three science-backed strategies that help reduce screen battles, emotional outbursts, and power struggles — without constant punishment or conflict. If screens are the number-one trigger for meltdowns in your home, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening neurologically and how to respond in a way that builds cooperation instead of resistance. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why ADHD brains are more vulnerable to screen addiction and cheap dopamine Why taking screens away often backfires and escalates meltdowns How dopamine depletion drives doom scrolling and emotional explosions The power of competing interests to naturally demote screens Why social connection matters more than screen limits alone How to involve your teen so they accept boundaries instead of fighting them Why teens don’t actually love social media as much as we think How to teach healthy screen habits without shaming or control Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  7. Jan 26

    How To Handle ADHD Meltdowns and Outbursts

    If your ADHD teen’s emotional outbursts feel intense, frequent, or impossible to manage, you’re not alone. In this episode, I teach a simple, science-backed approach called ABC Parenting to help you handle ADHD meltdowns calmly and prevent many of them before they start. You’ll learn how to shift from reactive parenting to proactive parenting so your teen can build emotional regulation - and your home can feel more peaceful. This episode is especially helpful if your teen: Has frequent emotional meltdowns or outbursts Struggles with emotional regulation, transitions, or overwhelm Explodes after school, activities, or during homework Repeats the same emotional patterns again and again What You’ll Learn: Why emotional regulation is so hard for ADHD teens The real reason consequences don’t stop meltdowns How ABC Parenting works (and which letter matters most) How to identify emotional triggers before behavior escalates Real-life examples of preventing ADHD meltdowns at home and school What to do during a full-blown meltdown—and what not to say How to rebuild connection and teach regulation after emotions settle Looking for more support? 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

  8. 11/21/2025

    5 Rules for Communicating with your ADHD Teenager

    If every conversation with your ADHD teen turns into an argument—or awkward silence—you’re not alone. But there is a better way to communicate. In this episode, I share five simple rules for fostering real connection and communication with your ADHD teenager. You’ll learn how to stay calm when emotions run high, how to listen so your teen actually opens up, and how to give feedback without triggering rejection or shutdown. We’ll talk about: 💬 Why emotional regulation starts with you 👂 The art of active listening and asking the right questions 🧠 How to give feedback ADHD teens can actually hear ⏳ Why slower processing time isn’t defiance — and how to support it ❤️ The surprising power of presence in everyday interactions When you change how you communicate, you change how your teen connects with you. These five rules will help you move from conflict to cooperation — and from disconnection to real relationship. 📋 Get my free Parenting ADHD guide here: https://www.annieadjan.com/guide 🤝 Apply for personalized, 1-on-1 coaching here: https://www.annieadjan.com/ 📱 Follow me for more helpful content and ideas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annie.adjan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieadjanacademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annie.adjan 📺 Access my full library of free instructional videos and strategy guides: https://www.annieadjan.com/blog 🎓 Discover the success stories of other parents just like you: https://www.annieadjan.com/testimonials

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Welcome to the Parenting ADHD Podcast! I'm Annie Adjan, your host, and certified academic and ADHD coach. Visit https://www.annieadjan.com for more free resources and personalized support! Each episode is dedicated to helping parents, educators, and students navigate the world of academics and personal development. We'll delve into a variety of subjects shaping every learner's journey, touching on executive functions like metacognition, effective time management, study skills, stress management, and so much more. We'll demystify the science of learning and offer tools to enhance our ability to think about thinking. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance for your child's academic success, an educator aiming to inspire, or a student pursuing excellence, "The Parenting ADHD Podcast" provides practical, science-backed strategies for all. I'm here to create an inclusive learning environment for all learners, regardless of neurodiversity. Here, we celebrate the transformative power of education, break down barriers, and promote academic growth and personal development. Join me and let's unlock your child's potential together. For personalized support, feel free to apply for a free coaching session at https://www.annieadjan.com Let's pave the way to success, one episode at a time.

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