The Ultimate ADHD Parenting Handbook

About the Author ix
Introduction xi
About this book xv
How to use this book xvii

Part I Understanding your child with ADHD 1

1 Finding the spark: Understanding your child's strengths 3
2 How it works: Understanding your child's brain 17
3 Additional conditions: Understanding comorbidities 33
4 Influencing factors: Understanding factors that influence ADHD and its symptoms 59

Part II Being a calm, connected, compassionate parent 71

5 Changing perspectives: My parenting philosophy 73
6 The 6 Cs: Putting calm, connected, compassionate parenting into practice 89
7 The regulated parent: Self- care as the foundation of calm, connected, compassionate parenting 125

Part III Building strong, positive foundations 141

8 Nourishing the brain: How nutrition and gut health impact ADHD symptoms 143
9 Sleep and circadian biology: Optimising your child's sleep 173
10 Moving the mind: How exercise supports children with ADHD 187
11 Nervous system and emotional regulation: From meltdowns to safety 195
12 Confidence pathways: How to build self- esteem and resilience in your child 221
13 Understanding ADHD medications: A practical guide for parents 237

Part IV Helping your child thrive 251

14 School strategies: From overwhelmed to empowered 253
15 Navigating friendships: Helping your child build social confidence 281
16 Digital parenting: Creating healthier screen habits 305
17 Raising capable children: Supporting transitions and independence 325

Part V Empowering the whole family to thrive 333

18 Connection dynamics: Building a resilient family together 335
19 Family relationships: Building positive sibling relationships 355
20 Finding your village: Building your ADHD support network 365

Conclusion â" Staying on the rollercoaster: How to keep going 391
Acknowledgements 401
Resources 403
References 405
Index 415