Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators
Raising a child with ADHD can feel overwhelming—meltdowns, school struggles, medication decisions, and the constant fear you’re doing it wrong. Raising ADHD is the podcast for parents and teachers who want clarity, strategies, and real-life support.
Hosted by Apryl Bradford, M.Ed. (former teacher and ADHD mom) and Dr. Brian Bradford, D.O. (Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist), this show cuts through the myths and misinformation about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Together, Apryl and Dr. Bradford bring both lived experience and clinical expertise to help you:
- Understand what ADHD really is (and isn’t)
- Navigate school challenges and partner with teachers
- Make sense of medication options without the jargon
- Support your child’s strengths while tackling everyday struggles
- Feel less alone and more empowered on this journey
Each week, you’ll hear practical tips, the latest insights from the field, and conversations that validate what you’re living through. Whether you’re dealing with emotional outbursts, executive function challenges, or the stigma that still surrounds ADHD, you’ll find real talk and real help here.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I doing this right?”—this podcast is your answer.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical or psychiatric advice and should not replace professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other licensed professional with any questions you may have regarding your child’s health or behavior.
Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators
Latest Episodes
ADHD Executive Function in Real Life: Why Checklists Fail and the Scaffolding System That Actually Works
ADHD executive function is why your checklist isn't working. Learn how to become your child's GPS and scaffold the skills that actually get things done at home.________________________________________________________________________<...
How to Talk to Kids About Having ADHD: A Mom's Guide to Making It Normal
Not sure how to talk to your child about ADHD? Get age-specific scripts, do's and don'ts, and the mom perspective on making the conversation feel natural, not heavy._____________________________________________________________Have yo...
ADHD Meltdowns vs Tantrums: Why They Happen and a 5-Step System to Reduce Them
ADHD meltdowns aren't tantrums. Learn why they happen, the ABCs of behavior tracking, and a 5-step system to reduce meltdowns by building invisible skills._________________________________________________________You say "turn off ...
Why is Parenting an ADHD child so hard? The Parenting Pivot Nobody Tells You About (And Why ADHD Kids Need It Most)
There's something that happens in parenting around elementary school age, and no one talks about it. Learn the parenting pivot that change how you parent today...and reduce meltdowns and defiance. ______________________________________...
How to Manage ADHD Hyperactivity Without Fighting It
ADHD hyperactivity isn't a behavior problem to suppress. Learn 5 neuroscience-backed strategies to channel your child's movement, including the PINCH framework.______________________________________________Your child can sit compl...