By the final stretch of the school year, many kids with ADHD seem to hit a wall. Homework takes longer, motivation drops, emotions run closer to the surface, and even simple tasks can feel surprisingly difficult. Parents often worry that their child is “checking out” just when the finish line is in sight—but what looks like laziness or lack of effort is often something else entirely: cumulative exhaustion.

(Mass Appeal) – Summer time is just around the corner, and that means more time at home with the little ones.

Joining us now is Dr. Sharon Saline, Clinical Psychologist, author, and international speaker, to educate us on how to control how much screen time our children consume.

(Mass Appeal) – Everybody has moments when something inside just snaps! One second, things feel manageable, and the next, a surge of anger or frustration takes over. Before you even realize what’s happening, you’re saying or doing things you’ll regret later, but in that moment, it feels impossible to stop.

Dr. Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist, author, and international speaker is here to help us learn how to recover from a family meltdown.

When a child shows traits of both ADHD and autism, it can be confusing to make sense of what’s really going on. This weeks blog explores “AudHD,” the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD, and why this overlap is more common than many people realize. You’ll learn how these profiles can look similar in some ways and very different in others, why children are often diagnosed with one but not the other, and how masking can make things harder to recognize. Most importantly, this piece offers practical, research-informed ways to support your child, even if you’re still figuring out the full picture.

 Parents notice motivation dips, power struggles, and emotional fatigue spike in February as novelty fades and demands stay high.

New research shows stimulant ADHD medications may boost alertness and motivation more than attention. Learn what this means for sleep, learning, and family life.

Feeling overwhelmed by screens at home? Learn how families can set healthy digital boundaries that support mental health, connection, and brain development.

Creating new habits can feel especially hard for families living with ADHD. This article explores why habit formation is challenging for ADHD brains and offers practical, compassionate strategies to help families build routines that actually stick—without shame, power struggles, or perfectionism.

Holiday schedule changes can be tough on kids with ADHD. Learn how to support your neurodivergent child through school disruptions, big emotions, and routine shifts so your whole family can enjoy a calmer, more connected season.

Struggling to manage holiday tasks with ADHD? Learn how executive dysfunction can paralyze you — and discover practical, brain-friendly strategies to make decorating, shopping, cooking, and planning feel doable.

Struggling with family conflict during the holidays? Learn how ADHD rejection sensitivity and emotional dysregulation impact relationships — and discover Dr. Sharon’s expert tips to manage stress, set boundaries, and create more peace and connection this season.

ADHD in girls often goes unnoticed because symptoms are more internal—like perfectionism, disorganization, or anxiety—rather than hyperactivity. Learn why ADHD is harder to recognize in women and girls and discover practical strategies to help them thrive.

Meltdowns happen, and they’re exhausting—for both kids and parents. Learn what your neurodivergent child wishes you knew and discover scripts, reframes, and strategies to navigate these high-stress moments with calm and confidence

Rejection sensitivity can feel overwhelming, especially for people with ADHD who experience emotions more intensely than others. When even small slights feel like major setbacks, it can be tough to know how to cope—or how to support a loved one who struggles. In this Dear Dr. Sharon column, we’ll explore why rejection sensitivity isn’t “all in your head,” how it connects to ADHD, and practical strategies you can use to ease its impact.

Struggling with your teen girl’s mood swings? Emotional ups and downs are common in girls with ADHD—especially during big transitions. This week, learn how to understand and support her through emotional dysregulation with practical, compassionate strategies.

Summer can feel like a relief and a challenge for families living with ADHD. The break from school may remove daily academic pressures but it also leaves wide open spaces that are easily filled with screens for stimulation, comfort or escape. Before you know it, the battle over technology begins. Here are five empowering and practical strategies that meet kids where they are– without shaming or unrealistic expectations.

Join renowned clinical psychologist and ADHD specialist, Dr. Sharon Saline, in this enlightening episode by Kate Brownfield from ADHDKidsCanThrive.com. Dr. Saline, the award-winning author of "What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew," offers a deep-dive into the complexities and challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children, teens, and young adults.