Every parent of a teenager faces the same fundamental tension: your child needs increasing independence to develop into a capable adult, but they’re not there yet. Their brain is still developing. Their judgment is still forming. And sometimes, they still need you to step in.
Your teen with ADHD isn’t lacking in caring—their brain is simply developing differently. Cognitive empathy (understanding others’ perspectives) and emotional empathy (feeling with others) follow distinct developmental paths, and ADHD impacts each differently.
Breaking up is tough for everyone, but if you have ADHD, your first heartbreak can feel especially overwhelming. This article explores why breakups hit differently when you have ADHD, what unique challenges you might face, and, most importantly, how you can navigate the emotional roller coaster and come out stronger. You’ll learn actionable coping strategies, ways to manage ADHD symptoms amid emotional distress, and practical resources to help you heal. Whether you’re a teen or in your twenties, you’ll discover that it’s possible to move forward with self-compassion and newfound resilience.
A program that combines computer-based and driving simulator training may reduce the proportion of crashes and near crashes among teens with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Tips for helping your child with ADHD make new friends.
PARENTING FOR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS (PARENTING)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â MHS Newsletter/Blog Post By Dr. Carolyn Greene, VA Mental Health Services With school out and warm weather, summertime … Read more
Learn how moms and dads differ when parenting teens with ADHD/ADD.
Learn how to help your ADHD teen learn to drive.
When teens with ADHD take reckless risks, their parents are understandably upset. But grounding the teen or yanking his driver’s license can backfire.
An audio presentation by Cindy Goldrich on how to help your ADD/ADHD children thrive.