ADHD Connect Podcast

Dr. Tish Taylor, Ph.D
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Welcome to ADHD Connect with Dr. Tish Taylor, a podcast dedicated to helping parents, teachers, and families navigate the challenges of ADHD. Each episode explores practical strategies, expert insights, and research-backed solutions to support children with ADHD—whether at home, in school, or beyond. From understanding the unique traits of each child to implementing effective tools and techniques, Dr. Tish provides valuable guidance to help kids thrive and reach their full potential. Tune in for actionable advice, inspiring stories, and a supportive community. Let’s connect and make ADHD a strength!

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 35: Calm Through the Storm: Helping Kids with ADHD Navigate Big Emotions

    Big emotions can feel like a storm, especially for children and teens with ADHD. In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor shares practical strategies to help kids stay anchored when emotions feel overwhelming. Learn how visualization, simple breathing techniques, sensory supports, and the “small, medium, or big problem” framework can help children calm their bodies, put problems into perspective, and decide whether to accept, let go, communicate, problem-solve, or ask for help. The goal isn’t to stop big feelings. It’s to help kids build the skills to move through them and make choices they can feel good about when the storm has passed. Plus, download the FREE companion worksheet here to help your child or teen practice these strategies and create their own plan for navigating emotional storms.

    Episode 35: Calm Through the Storm: Helping Kids with ADHD Navigate Big Emotions

  2. Aug 26

    Episode 34: Feelings Mind: Helping Kids Understand Big Emotions

    Why do some emotions seem to go from 0 to 100 so quickly? In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor introduces Feelings Mind, a character from her Fostering Connection collection that helps children and teens better understand what’s happening inside them during emotionally charged situations. Dr. Taylor shares a practical strategy, rooted in principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), for breaking an emotional experience into four parts: Feelings: What emotions were you experiencing, and how intense were they? Thoughts: What were you thinking or telling yourself in that moment? Body sensations: What was happening physically? Tight shoulders? Clenched fists? A nervous stomach? Feeling hot, shaky, or jittery? Actions: What did you do in response? Using the example of a sibling conflict, Dr. Taylor explains how this simple framework can help kids move beyond “They started it!” and develop greater awareness of their own emotional patterns. You’ll also learn how to help children consider another person’s perspective and use what they’ve learned about themselves to make a different choice the next time a similar situation occurs. In This Episode:How to help kids identify and name emotionsWhy disappointment can sometimes be hiding underneath angerHow thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and behaviors are connectedWhy recognizing physical signs can help kids notice escalating emotionsHow to build perspective-taking during conflictsHow to help kids think through what they could do differently next timeWhy active listening matters when helping children develop self-awarenessThe goal isn’t to eliminate big feelings. It’s to help children understand themselves well enough to recognize what’s happening and begin making more intentional choices. Access the downloadable worksheet here to support your implementation of these tips.

    Episode 34: Feelings Mind: Helping Kids Understand Big Emotions

  3. Aug 12

    Episode 33: Why They Argue - And What to Do About It

    Why do some children seem to argue about everything? For many kids with ADHD, frequent arguing isn't about being defiant—it's often a sign of frustration, impulsivity, difficulty accepting disappointment, or feeling that something is unfair. In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor explores the underlying reasons children become argumentative and shares practical strategies to help them build greater self-awareness and emotional regulation. You'll learn how to identify common triggers, help your child understand their reactions, teach perspective-taking, and develop healthier communication skills. Dr. Taylor also discusses the importance of helping children distinguish between small, medium, and big problems, accept "no" without escalating, and use calming strategies before responding emotionally. These conversations, held during calm moments, can help children replace conflict with collaboration and strengthen family relationships over time. To help you put these strategies into practice, be sure to download the free companion worksheet. It walks you and your child through identifying common argument triggers, understanding what's driving the behavior, and practicing new ways to respond with greater awareness and self-control. In this episode, you'll learn: Why children with ADHD may argue more frequentlyHow to identify the real triggers behind recurring conflictsWays to help children recognize fairness, frustration, and unmet expectationsHow to teach acceptance when the answer is "no"Strategies for helping children match their reactions to the size of the problemPractical calming and communication tools that reduce power struggles🎧 Listen in, download the companion worksheet, and start helping your child move from arguments to more productive conversations, one step at a time.

    Episode 33: Why They Argue - And What to Do About It

  4. Jul 29

    Episode 32: When Kids Retaliate

    When children feel they've been treated unfairly, retaliation can seem completely justified in their minds. Whether it's yelling, hitting, breaking a sibling's belongings, or trying to "get even," these moments can quickly escalate if we focus only on the behavior. In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor shares a practical, values-based approach to helping children and teens with ADHD move beyond revenge and develop healthier ways to respond to conflict. Learn how identifying core values, practicing active listening, and teaching concrete problem-solving strategies can help children build self-control, emotional regulation, and stronger relationships. In this episode, you'll learn: Why children with ADHD may retaliate when they feel wronged.How to use core values to guide behavior and decision-making.Ways to help children pause before reacting.When retaliation may point to a larger family or classroom issue.How consequences, forgiveness, and empathy all play a role in long-term growth.🎁 Free Download: Click here to access the worksheet that supports helping kids understand the anger behind retaliation feelings.

    Episode 32: When Kids Retaliate

  5. Jul 15

    Episode 31: The Social Filter – Helping Children with ADHD Think Before They Speak

    Children with ADHD often say exactly what they're thinking—not because they want to hurt others, but because the pause between thinking and speaking can be difficult. In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor introduces the concept of the social filter and shares practical strategies to help children and teens develop stronger social awareness and communication skills.  Using memorable analogies like a firewall, a spam filter, and the soft ball vs. pokey ball, Dr. Tish explains how to teach children to pause, consider their audience, and think about how their words will be received. She also explores common social challenges such as sarcasm, tone of voice, gossip, unsolicited advice, disagreements, and repairing relationships when something slips through the filter. Whether you're a parent, educator, therapist, or mental health professional, this episode provides simple, actionable tools you can begin using immediately to help children build healthier friendships and stronger communication skills.  In this episode, you'll learn: Why children with ADHD often speak before they thinkHow to teach the concept of a social filterThree visual tools that make social communication easier to understandWhy tone, sarcasm, and unsolicited advice often create social conflictHow to help children repair social mistakes with confidenceConnect with Dr. Tish Taylor at https://www.tishtaylor.com and access the free worksheet here for this episode. Subscribe to ADHD Connect for practical, evidence-based strategies that empower parents, educators, and professionals to help children with ADHD thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

    Episode 31: The Social Filter – Helping Children with ADHD Think Before They Speak

  6. Jul 1

    Episode 30: The Tortoise, the Hare, and Teaching Perseverance with ADHD

    Children with ADHD often say, "It's boring," "This takes too long," or "I don't want to do it." But what if the challenge isn't the task itself—it's learning how to persevere through it? In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor uses the classic fable The Tortoise and the Hare to teach a powerful lesson about persistence. She shares practical strategies that help children shift from wanting to finish quickly to understanding the value of slow, steady progress. You'll learn how to help children:Build perseverance when tasks feel difficult or boringBreak overwhelming assignments into manageable stepsReplace negative self-talk with confident, encouraging thoughtsDevelop a mindset that supports long-term learning and successRecognize when emotional regulation needs to come before problem-solving🎁 Don't forget to download the companion Perseverance Worksheet included with this episode! It's a simple, engaging resource to help children practice the skills discussed and reinforce the lesson that steady effort leads to growth. Whether you're a parent, teacher, therapist, or caregiver, this episode offers practical tools you can begin using right away to help children with ADHD develop resilience, confidence, and the ability to keep going—even when the work feels hard.

    Episode 30: The Tortoise, the Hare, and Teaching Perseverance with ADHD

  7. Jun 17

    Episode 29: When Directions Are Hard to Follow

    Following directions seems simple - until it isn't. Many children with ADHD struggle when asked to stop what they're doing, transition to something new, or follow through on a request. What can look like arguing, ignoring, negotiating, or even defiance is often connected to challenges with transitions, emotional regulation, and the need for predictability. In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor explores why direction-following can be so difficult and shares practical strategies to reduce power struggles while helping children move toward cooperation.  You'll learn: Why some children resist directions, even when they know what is expectedHow transitions and shifting attention contribute to arguing, ignoring, and pushbackSimple prevention strategies that make following directions easierWhy visual schedules, timers, and advance notice can reduce resistanceHow to acknowledge feelings without getting pulled into lengthy negotiationsWays to use choices and motivation to increase cooperation and follow-throughWhether you're dealing with morning routines, homework battles, leaving for appointments, or classroom transitions, this episode offers practical tools to help children follow directions with less frustration and fewer emotional blowups. Visit The ADHD Store and take the next step in your journey.

    Episode 29: When Directions Are Hard to Follow

  8. Jun 3

    Episode 28: Flexible Thinking - Helping Kids Get Unstuck

    Children with ADHD often get stuck in a judgment, a feeling, or a belief that something is unfair. When thinking becomes rigid, it can impact emotional regulation, relationships, problem-solving, and everyday success. In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor explores three common areas where inflexible thinking shows up: labeling people ("They're mean"), rejecting situations ("I hate it"), and getting stuck on fairness ("It's not fair"). She shares practical strategies to help children develop greater flexibility of thought, including expanding vocabulary, using continuums instead of all-or-nothing thinking, and broadening perspective. You'll discover how these simple but powerful tools can help children better understand situations, regulate emotions, and navigate social challenges with greater confidence. In this episode: Why rigid thinking is common in ADHDHow language shapes perception and behaviorStrategies for moving beyond black-and-white thinkingHelping children develop perspective-taking skillsPractical tools for parents, educators, and professionals  Bonus: Download the companion worksheet, Flexible Thinking, for reflection questions and practical exercises to help put these concepts into action. For more ADHD resources, visit Dr. Tish Taylor at TishTaylor.com.

    Episode 28: Flexible Thinking - Helping Kids Get Unstuck
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Welcome to ADHD Connect with Dr. Tish Taylor, a podcast dedicated to helping parents, teachers, and families navigate the challenges of ADHD. Each episode explores practical strategies, expert insights, and research-backed solutions to support children with ADHD—whether at home, in school, or beyond. From understanding the unique traits of each child to implementing effective tools and techniques, Dr. Tish provides valuable guidance to help kids thrive and reach their full potential. Tune in for actionable advice, inspiring stories, and a supportive community. Let’s connect and make ADHD a strength!

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  • Creator
    Dr. Tish Taylor, Ph.D
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Tish Taylor, Ph.D
  • Show Website
    ADHD Connect Podcast

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