Apr 14, 2026
Natalia Aíza, LPC, explains why some adult children become highly dependent, and the core traits and diagnoses they often share; how parents may contribute to a child’s inability to launch; and how to break a cycle of emotional and financial reliance.
Resources: Dependent Adult Children
Apr 7, 2026
Why do students freeze, shut down, or become emotional in class, even when they have the skills to succeed? Gena VanderMeulen, M.A. Ed., explains how emotional regulation shapes learning and motivation, and shares strategies and tools parents and educators can use.
Resources: Emotions in the Classroom
Mar 31, 2026
The most effective way to support your child’s executive function development may be to strengthen your own skills first. Tamar Kahane, Psy.D., explains how ADHD affects executive functioning and shares a practical framework for modeling executive function skills.
Resources: Executive Function Training
Mar 24, 2026
Laura E. Knouse, Ph.D., shares her research on ADHD and the in-the-moment thoughts that can divert you from goal-oriented tasks. Learn how to recognize your most thought-feeling patterns and triggers, plus practical strategies to overcome procrastination.
Resources: Stop Procrastination
Mar 10, 2026
Jennifer Fraser, Ph.D., explains medical gaslighting and why ADHD brains may be more susceptible; how to distinguish between gaslighting and honest provider error or lack of knowledge; how to minimize the risk of gaslighting; and what to do if you've been gaslit.
Resources: Medical Gaslighting