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My Favorite Parenting Books for Neurodivergent Kids
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items My own son, in first grade this year, was diagnosed with ADHD when he was in preschool. He is wickedly smart but he is a literal energizer bunny with a devastating lack of impulse control. We have struggled with many symptoms and behaviors over the l...
This one helped me understand more about how kids brains develop and function to better understand the root of some behaviors.
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Strategies
Same author, same amount of amazing info. Discipline, by definition, is about TEACHING our kids to do and be better. This has actionable steps to do so.
No-Drama Discipline: Whole-Brain Parenting
I have learned that I am a very reactive parent and I knew I needed help to change that mindset. I know my son is a good human but the daily battles we were having were making that so hard to see and this book helped me realize how truly wonderful he...
Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Parenting Guide
This one helped me really appreciate the strengths that can be found in neurodivergency.
Bright Not Broken: Gifted Kids, ADHD, and Autism
Specific to ADHD but had some good strategies I was able to immediately test and put in place.
ADHD 2.0: Strategies for Thriving with Distraction
One of my absolute favorite books from 2024 whether you are neurodivergent, have a neurodivergent family member, or are just a compassionate person who seeks to understand others.
How to Find a Four-Leaf Clover: Autism Insights
A memoir, a first-hand account of someone who has Asperger's syndrome and how it has affected his life.
Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's
Specific for parents with younger kiddos and appropriate for young ones up to 8 years old. Start them young with emotional intelligence and you will thank yourself later!
Tiny Humans, Big Emotions: Navigating Tantrums
This one more so tackles the theory that ADHD is over-diagnosed (which I do happen to agree with) and why that's the case. A very interesting read if you're little one is showing signs of ADHD or neurodivergency but you're not sure if it needs to be ...
A Disease Called Childhood: ADHD Epidemic
Bonus! Becky's instagram page is incredible and has actionable little videos to help you handle some day to day conflicts with young kids.
Good Inside: Resilient Parenting Guide
Twice Exceptional for my own son looks like ADHD and energy/impulse struggles with a wildly gifted and busy brain. He is comprehending reading and math well above his grade level but he is hindered by his attention span and lack of control. This book...
Gifted and Distractible: Supporting Twice Exceptional Kids
The father figure from the Holderness Family (wildly popular on social media for great and wholesome reasons) – this book is humorous and so relatable!
ADHD is Awesome: A Guide to Thriving
This one helped me understand how new technologies and childhood experiences are so different from my own and previous generations. These kids have so many obstacles we never dreamed of and it's no wonder they are maturing so young and missing out on...
The Anxious Generation: Childhood & Mental Illness
I'm a huge fan of Dr. Siegel if you couldn't tell. All of his books are quick reads with so much information that can be used immediately after reading.
The Yes Brain: Cultivating Resilience in Kids
This book is a wonderful guide to being the person you needed when you were growing up. Whether that means creating a similar environment to the one you had or making it better for your own children.
The Power of Showing Up: Parental Presence
The easiest way to get anything into little kids brains that they're going to remember is to make it fun! They learn through play and you can enjoy it along with them.
The Way of Play: Raising Calm, Confident Kids