Can you change your child’s capacity to focus? Or do they just have to play the hand they’ve been dealt for life?
In this episode, I share the myths and misconceptions surrounding those questions.
I also discuss the great “medication debate”, including ways it’s often mishandled by well-meaning professionals, and also the set of skills your kids need in order to successfully focus and make forward progress on multi-step tasks that require attention to detail and problem-solving.
II also share what I’ve learned through the last 15 years of studying the research and working with school-age kids, as well as the parents and educators who support them.
By the time you finish listening, you’ll learn:
✅The most important mindset shift you can make when thinking about helping your kids focus.
✅The set of skills your kids need REGARDLESS of what decision you make when it comes to medication.
✅What science says when it comes to attention and focus, and why that’s a good thing for your kids.
(Disclaimer: This episode should not be considered medical or legal advice, and should not be used to diagnose or treat any specific medical condition).
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