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What “I’m Bored” Really Means (And What To Do About It)

by Erica Neilson Mahoney | Jul 11, 2025 | Uncategorized

If you’ve heard “I’m bored!” more times than you can count this summer… you’re not alone. But here’s the truth most people miss: For many ADHD kids, boredom isn’t laziness. It’s a nervous system signal. Often, “I’m bored” is code for something deeper: 👉 “I’m...

The ADHD Motivation Myth: Why Rewards Don’t Work (and What Actually Does)

by Erica Neilson Mahoney | Jul 4, 2025 | Uncategorized

You’ve tried sticker charts, bribes, and elaborate reward systems. Maybe they worked… for a day. Then your ADHD child loses interest, shuts down, or explodes over the tiniest request. Sound familiar? Here’s why: ADHD motivation isn’t built on rewards — it’s built on...

Summer Rhythms — Helping ADHD Brains (and Ourselves) Feel More Steady This Season

by Erica Neilson Mahoney | Jun 25, 2025 | Uncategorized

Summer is supposed to be relaxing, right? But if you’re raising a child with ADHD, you may have already noticed that summer can also be… a lot. Less structure More transitions More sensory input More “What are we doing next?” questions (on repeat) Even when our kids...

Helping ADHD Brains Adapt to New Learning Environments This Summer

by Erica Neilson Mahoney | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized

Summer can feel like freedom for many kids. But for ADHD kids, it can also bring a wave of newness that feels overwhelming: Day camps Summer school or enrichment classes Family vacations and road trips Babysitters or new caregivers Playdates in unfamiliar homes or...

What to Know About Spring IEP Season (So You Don’t Burn Out Before Summer)

by Erica Neilson Mahoney | May 19, 2025 | Uncategorized

If you’ve ever found yourself holding back tears at an IEP table — or worse, crying on the way home — you’re not alone. Spring IEP season has a way of pressing on every tender part of you. Not because you aren’t strong, but because you care. You care about getting...
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  • What to Know About Spring IEP Season (So You Don’t Burn Out Before Summer)

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