As awareness of ADHD grows, particularly among women, more are facing the intricacies of managing symptoms alongside the rollercoaster of motherhood. So is there a safe path through therapy, medication, and self-care that ensures both parent and child thrive?
It's an intricate issue, and today we're shedding light on the little-discussed challenges like disorganization, distractibility, and the relentless need for patience—traits that can turn parenting into an uphill battle. But there are silver linings as well. And every parent out there, ADHD or not, can find the strength and tactics to navigate this beautiful chaos called parenting. Tune in, as we offer not just insights, but real, tangible solutions that promise to guide, support, and empower.
About Our Guest
Dr. Julia Schechter is the co-director of the Duke Center for Girls and Women with ADHD.
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Parenting Translator is hosted by Dr. Cara Goodwin and is produced by Earfluence.
Dr. Cara Goodwin, PhD, is a child psychologist and mother to four children who "translates" research on parenting and child development into information that is accurate, relevant, and useful to parents.
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