Smart but Scattered Teens Unlocking Potential and Overcoming ADHD Challenges

Download or read book Smart but Scattered Teens Unlocking Potential and Overcoming ADHD Challenges written by David Chan and published by David Chan. This book was released on 2024-05-24 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Smart but Scattered Teen and Revolutionary Guide to Independence and Success Are you a parent of a smart but scattered teen son or daughter? Do you find yourself in a constant struggle to help your teen become a self-sufficient, responsible adult? If so, this book is your lifeline. This guide offers a science-based program for promoting teens’ independence by building their executive skills–the fundamental brain-based abilities needed to get organized, stay focused, and control impulses and emotions. Join executive skills experts Ph.D. David Chan and a young adult who has successfully faced these issues himself, as they provide step-by-step strategies to help your teen live up to his or her potential now and in the future–while making your relationship stronger. Key Features: Practical Guidance: Learn how to move away from micromanaging, cajoling, or ineffective punishments. Science-Based Approach: Understand the science behind executive skills and how they can help your teen. Real-Life Experience: Gain insights from a young adult who has successfully navigated these challenges. Step-by-Step Strategies: Implement strategies to help your teen live up to his or her potential. Strengthen Your Relationship: Discover how this approach can make your relationship with your teen stronger. Also, check out the authors’ other works, including ‘Smart but Scattered’ (with a focus on 4- to 13-year-olds), their self-help guide for adults, and the ‘Work-Smart Academic Planner: Write It Down, Get It Done’, designed for middle and high school students to use in conjunction with coaching.