ADHD Support for Children/Youth
Jolene Carlsen Jolene Carlsen

ADHD Support for Children/Youth

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) are commonly diagnosed between ages 6 and 12, and affect about 5–7% of children in Canada. Parents play an important role in helping kids succeed—by learning about ADHD, teaching strategies step by step, setting clear expectations, and celebrating strengths. After all, ADHD can be a superpower!

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Executive Functioning Skills
Jolene Carlsen Jolene Carlsen

Executive Functioning Skills

Mornings that feel like chaos, forgotten homework, endless bedtime battles—sound familiar? These everyday struggles often tie back to executive functioning skills, the brain’s “management system” that helps kids plan, focus, remember, and follow through.

The good news: these skills aren’t fixed—they can be taught, practiced, and strengthened. With routines, task breakdowns, goal-setting, and even fun games, you can help your child build confidence and independence one step at a time.

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