Children with ADHD Archives - Bain Health and Wellness Center

Raising a child with ADHD means navigating lost lunchboxes, forgotten homework, big emotional reactions to small frustrations, and a brain that works differently, not less. These posts offer parents practical strategies for the daily friction points like mornings, transitions, homework, sibling conflict, and bedtime, alongside current information on strategies, therapy, and partnering with schools to support children with ADHD.

Why Routines Feel So Hard When ADHD and Autism Overlap

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Why Routines Feel So Hard When ADHD and Autism Overlap

Beverley Delay2026-06-05T14:38:55+00:00June 5th, 2026|

By Fabienne Bain, Ph.D. When Your Child Needs the Routine and Resists It If you parent a child with both [...]

Helping Your Child Build an Emotional Vocabulary

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Helping Your Child Build an Emotional Vocabulary

Fabienne Bain2026-05-23T22:38:34+00:00February 6th, 2026|

By Fabienne Bain, Ph.D. When children can name what they’re feeling, they gain one of the most powerful tools for [...]

Parenting a Child with Autism and ADHD: 8 Key Strategies That Work

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Parenting a Child with Autism and ADHD: 8 Key Strategies That Work

Fabienne Bain2026-05-23T22:43:10+00:00December 5th, 2025|

By Fabienne Bain, Ph.D. Balancing Structure, Compassion, and Growth Parenting is always a journey, but raising a child who is [...]

How to Help Your Neurodivergent Child Cope with Holiday Stress

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How to Help Your Neurodivergent Child Cope with Holiday Stress

Fabienne Bain2026-05-23T22:45:11+00:00November 21st, 2025|

By Fabienne Bain, Ph.D. The holidays can be magical — twinkling lights, gifts, special traditions, time with family. But [...]

Navigating Sibling Conflict in Neurodivergent Families

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Navigating Sibling Conflict in Neurodivergent Families

Fabienne Bain2026-05-23T22:47:37+00:00October 7th, 2025|

By Fabienne Bain, Ph.D. Sibling conflicts are common in all families, but they can be especially complex when one [...]

How to Advocate for Your Neurodivergent Child’s Needs at School

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How to Advocate for Your Neurodivergent Child’s Needs at School

Fabienne Bain2026-05-23T22:48:50+00:00September 9th, 2025|

By Fabienne Bain, Ph.D. Advocating for your neurodivergent child at school can feel daunting, especially if you’re [...]

Strategies to Reduce Meltdowns and Strengthen Your Child’s Bonds

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Strategies to Reduce Meltdowns and Strengthen Your Child’s Bonds

Fabienne Bain2026-05-23T22:50:04+00:00August 28th, 2025|

Parenthood is a remarkable journey filled with love, joy, and occasional challenges. Navigating the complexities of child behavior, especially when [...]

Recognizing Overlap with Neurodiversity and Mental Health

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Recognizing Overlap with Neurodiversity and Mental Health

F2022ienne__--2026-05-23T22:53:21+00:00November 20th, 2024|

Neurodiversity refers to the natural variations in human brain function. This includes but is not limited to, ADHD, autism spectrum [...]

ADHD and Related Mental Health Conditions

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ADHD and Related Mental Health Conditions

F2022ienne__--2026-05-23T23:00:18+00:00September 11th, 2024|

By Mary Beth Medvide, Ph.D. ADHD is a common neurodevelopmental disorder affecting many children worldwide. According to the CDC, 11.4% of children [...]

ADHD Superpowers: Unleashing the Unique Strengths of ADHD

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ADHD Superpowers: Unleashing the Unique Strengths of ADHD

F2022ienne__--2026-05-23T23:01:24+00:00August 21st, 2024|

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, including children and teens. It’s [...]

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