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In this episode of The ADHD Kids Can Thrive, host Kate Brownfield sits down with Michelle McKeon, an ADHD parent coach, executive functioning coach, and academic coach for children, young adults, and parents. In this episode, they discuss how executive functioning impacts kids in math and writing, making learning more challenging. Michelle, an executive function coach, shares her journey and practical strategies to help parents support their children in building essential skills, reducing frustration, and finding academic success.
Michelle McKeon is a certified executive functioning and ADHD coach based in Danville, California. She specializes in helping children, young adults, and parents develop essential learning strategies to navigate ADHD related challenges in school and daily life. With a strong focus on academic coaching, emotional regulation, and executive skills development, Michelle empowers families with actionable techniques to improve learning outcomes.
Expect to Learn
- The connection between executive functioning and academic struggles in math and writing
- How working memory, organization, and emotional regulation impact learning
- Practical strategies to support children with ADHD in math and homework
- How to help kids with writing structure and overcoming overwhelm
- The role of ChatGPT and AI tools in assisting students with executive function challenges
[01:40] - Introduction to Michelle McKeon
[02:53] - Michelle’s Personal Journey
[05:58] - Why Math is Difficult for ADHD Kids
[08:11] - Homework Struggles & Parental Support
[11:12] - Helping Older Kids in Math
[14:10] - Challenges with Writing & ADHD
[16:18] -The Role of AI & ChatGPT in Learning
[19:33] - Signs Your Child Needs Extra Support
[23:05] - Final Thoughts & Advice for Parents
[24:36] - Conclusion
Connect with Michelle McKeon:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-mckeon-m-s-acc-cacp-50898825b/
Website: https://atriumacademics.com/
Follow your Host Kate Brownfield: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-wedlock-brownfield-b0b139
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Email: adhdkidscanthrive@yahoo.com
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