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Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators

Dr. Brian Bradford & Apryl Bradford
ADHD
Parenting
Child Development
Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity Disorder
Mental Health
Education
Holiday Season
Executive Functioning
Back-To-School
Positive Reinforcement
Peer Relationships
Clear Instructions
Standardized Feedback
Movement Breaks
Executive Function Disorder
Sensory Overload
Medication
Child Psychology
Social Skills Training
Parental Support

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 ... more

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Your ADHD child is on multiple meds and you're not sure why. Two psychiatrists explain how to prevent the drug cascade and advocate at every appointment.

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You took your child to the doct... more

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When ADHD kids lie, it's not a character flaw, it's a coping strategy. Learn what the research says and what actually helps instead of shame spirals.

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If you've ever looked at your c... more

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Your child's behavior card comes home negative every day. It's not a character issue—it's a design issue. Learn the REACT framework that actually works.

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It's 3:07 pm. The dismissal b... more

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Overwhelmed by conflicting ADHD advice? Discover what actually works (and doesn't) for managing ADHD without medication, backed by top-tier research.

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Hosts

Apryl Bradford
Former teacher and ADHD mom; host with lived experience and educational background
Dr. Brian Bradford
Child and adolescent psychiatrist; co-host providing medical perspective

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Practical Solutions for Parents and Teachers

    After 26 years in education, I can say the hardest thing about being a teacher is finding strategies that are positive and work for kids who struggle with academics and/or behavior issues often due to ADHD. I binge listened to every episode of this podcast available so far, and think that every parent and teacher who is raising or teaching children with ADHD should listen to this podcast. Apryl and Brian share practical strategies that can be implemented fairly quickly to help kids be more succe... more

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    Becky1757
    United States5 months ago
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    So helpful to have practical insights from experts with daily experience and up-to-date knowledge. I wish I’d had this resource years ago .

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    Helen Henley
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Experts with lived experience and clinical backing provide balanced, credible guidance.
Practical, actionable ADHD strategies that work for both parents and teachers.
Content is approachable and not overly medical, which helps families implement tips quickly.

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How to Talk to Your Child About ADHD: What to Say When They Ask ‘What’s Wrong With Me?
Q: Why do I have to take medications?
Explain it as glasses for your brain, helping things come into focus.
How to Talk to Your Child About ADHD: What to Say When They Ask ‘What’s Wrong With Me?
Q: Why do I always get in trouble?
This is due to your brain reacting quickly; it doesn't mean you're a bad kid, just that you process things differently.
How to Talk to Your Child About ADHD: What to Say When They Ask ‘What’s Wrong With Me?
Q: Will I always have ADHD?
Yes, you're always going to have ADHD. But that's not a bad thing, and many successful people have ADHD.
How to Talk to Your Child About ADHD: What to Say When They Ask ‘What’s Wrong With Me?
Q: What do you actually say when your kids ask these hard questions?
You reassure them that nothing is wrong with them; their brain just works differently, which makes them unique.

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A practical, clinician-and-parent-led show that offers clear guidance for navigating ADHD in children, with a strong emphasis on school collaboration, behavioral strategies, and realistic treatment decisions. Episodes frequently cover evidence-based approaches for behavior management, family dynamics, emotional regulation, and the realities of ADHD in daily life—often balancing parenting insights with medical perspectives. Listeners can expect actionable tactics (like classroom strategies, repair conversations after conflicts, and non-pharmacological interventions) anchored in real-world experience and current research, along with thoughtful discussions about the emotional and social aspects of ADHD. A standout element is the blend of lived... more

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