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Parenting with Impact

Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster

284 episodes

2 days ago

Is cannabis really harmless for teens? Neuroscientist Dr. Yasmin Hurd reveals what parents need to know about today’s high-THC products, brain development, and the real risks of early use. Learn how addiction can form, why anxiety and psychosis are rising, and the signs parents should watch for. Press play to hear the truth behind the science and how to protect your teen with facts, not fear. What to expect in this episode: What “epigenetics” really means and how early cannabis exposure rew...

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Is cannabis really harmless for teens? Neuroscientist Dr. Yasmin Hurd reveals what parents need to know about today’s high-THC products, brain development, and the real risks of early use. Learn how addiction can form, why anxiety and psychosis are rising, and the signs parents should watch for. Press play to hear the truth behind the science and how to protect your teen with facts, not fear. What to expect in this episode: What “epigenetics” really means and how early cannabis exposure rew...

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EP248: The Truth About High-THC Cannabis And Complex Kids with Dr. Yasmin Hurd

Is cannabis really harmless for teens? Neuroscientist Dr. Yasmin Hurd reveals what parents need to know about today’s high-THC products, brain development, and the real risks of early use. Learn how addiction can form, why anxiety and psychosis are rising, and the signs parents should watch for. Press play to hear the truth behind the science and how to protect your teen with facts, not fear. What to expect in this episode: What “epigenetics” really means and how early cannabis exposure rew...

2 days ago

38 minutes

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EP247: Best ADHD, Sleep, and Parenting Insights of the Year

Many of the challenges families face are more connected than they appear. In this episode, we bring together key insights from this year to explore how executive function, nervous system regulation, and sleep shape behavior and daily life. You’ll hear why surface-level strategies fall short and what helps families move forward with intention. Tune in to connect the dots. What to expect in this episode: Why executive function and nervous system regulation drive sleep and morningsHow circadia...

1 week ago

40 minutes

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EP246: How To Stay Grounded When Parenting Young Adults With Dayna Abraham

Do you ever feel like your needs and your child or young adult’s needs are constantly clashing? In this episode, Dayna Abraham shares how small daily steps, honest conversations, and self-awareness can ease tension and rebuild trust. Listen now to discover one powerful shift that brings more calm, clarity, and connection at home. What to expect in this episode: Why you are not the only one and how the community breaks the isolation of parentingWhat “late to launch” really means and why delay...

2 weeks ago

37 minutes

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EP245: What Happens At The International ADHD Conference

Ever wondered what it feels like to be surrounded by more than a thousand people who truly get the ADHD experience? In this episode, we explore the energy, connection, and unexpected moments that shaped our time at the International Conference on ADHD. We share what community support really looks like and why being in the room matters more than you think. Press play to hear the insights and inspiration we brought home from this powerful event. What to expect in this episode: How connec...

3 weeks ago

30 minutes

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EP244: How To Build Executive Skills With Rachel Kapp & Stephanie Pitts

If homework battles and school stress feel never-ending, you’re not alone. This episode reveals how educational therapy helps kids build confidence, strengthen executive function, and become independent learners. Discover how small shifts, the right timing, and a coach approach can turn daily struggles into lasting success at home and school. What to expect in this episode: What educational therapy is and how it differs from tutoring or coachingHow empowering kids to lead their own learning ...

1 month ago

32 minutes

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EP243: Fun, Simple Mindfulness for ADHD Families with Dr. Chris Willard

Does parenting sometimes feel overwhelming or chaotic? In this episode, Dr Chris Willard shares how mindfulness, humor, and small daily practices can shift the tone of your home and build resilience for kids. He explains why calm begins with you and how presence matters more than perfection. Listen now to discover one simple shift that can bring more peace and connection into your family life. What to expect in this episode: Dr Chris Willard’s journey with ADHD, sobriety, and mindfulnessMin...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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EP242: Emotional Reactivity In Kids: Safety Matters More Than Willpower

If you feel like someone in your home is always shutting down, melting down, or firing back, you’re not imagining it. Reactivity takes over fast, especially in stressed or neurodiverse families. In this episode, we’ll explain why it happens, how to spot each SODA pattern, and what to do in the moment to create safety and calm. Tune in to learn one shift that can lower stress for everyone in your home. What to expect in this episode: Why reactivity comes from the body, not willpower, and how...

1 month ago

28 minutes

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EP241: How to Make IEPs Neuro-Affirming and Student-Led with Chris Wenger

Can changing a few words in an IEP change a child’s future? Speech Dude Chris Wenger shares how to reframe support plans to empower neurodivergent kids instead of pushing them to mask. Learn why connection, regulation, and self-advocacy matter more than compliance and how actually to build those skills into your child’s education plan. What to expect in this episode: Why IEPs often miss the mark and how to fix themHow to replace deficit language with strength-based reframesWhy connection an...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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EP240: Mild to Moderate ADHD? Why Labels Mislead in Helping Your Child Thrive

Ever been told your child has “mild ADHD”? In this episode, we’ll talk about why no ADHD is ever “a little” and how understanding it early can change everything. You’ll hear how small shifts in awareness and support can help your child feel more capable and connected. Tune in to discover a new way to see and support your child’s unique brain. What to expect in this episode: Why “mild to moderate ADHD” can be as misleading as being “a little bit pregnant”How gifted kids can mask ADHD challen...

1 month ago

25 minutes

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EP239: Ted Dintersmith: Future Skills Schools Should Teach Now

Is school preparing kids for the future or just training them to chase scores? In this episode, Ted Dintersmith reveals why outdated priorities fail students and how creativity, agency, and happiness are the real keys to success. Tune in to discover what kids truly need to thrive in an AI-driven world. What to expect in this episode: Why test scores don’t reflect real learning or future successThe truth behind pandemic “learning loss” and what really mattersHow AI is reshaping your child’s ...

2 months ago

30 minutes

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EP238: Rick Green on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: What is It & How to Manage It?

Why does rejection hit so hard for people with ADHD? In this episode, Rick Green joins us to unpack the emotional toll of rejection sensitivity. We’ll explore how it shows up in daily life, why it’s often misunderstood, and what can actually help. With humor, insight, and real-life examples, this conversation sheds light on a powerful but often hidden struggle. What to expect in this episode: What RSD is and how it affects people with ADHD in the momentWhy ADHD brains sense more rejection a...

2 months ago

35 minutes

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EP237: Dr. Marielly Mitchell: Connecting Sensory Processing and Sleep Quality

What if the real reason your child struggles to regulate emotions or stay focused isn't behavior at all? Dr. Marielly Mitchell reveals how airway health, mouth breathing, and sensory processing play a surprising role in brain development. This episode challenges what you think you know about sleep, stress, and why your child just can’t seem to sit still. What to expect in this episode: How sensory integration affects your child's emotional regulationThe link between airway health, sleep qua...

2 months ago

26 minutes

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EP236: Executive Function & ADHD: What Parents Need To Know

Struggling with motivation, time management, or emotional outbursts? It might not be what you think. In this episode, we will unpack the real impact of executive function and why it matters more than ever. Tune in to learn what’s really going on behind the behavior, and what parents can do differently starting today. What to expect in this episode: Why executive function affects everything we think, feel, and do Why medication doesn’t actually solve executive function issues and what c...

2 months ago

24 minutes

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EP235: Improve Executive Function And Family Dynamics In The Tween Years

Summary What if the real breakthrough in parenting starts with you? In this episode, discover how the power of pause, play, and presence can reshape your relationship with your tween. Instead of rushing to fix behavior, you’ll explore how shifting your own approach creates space for growth, connection, and lasting change. Tune in and uncover what truly moves the needle in your family dynamic. What to expect in this episode: Why “driving the car” is a metaphor every parent should understandH...

3 months ago

29 minutes

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EP234: How To Support Young Adults Through Nonlinear Life Paths

What if growing up doesn’t follow a straight line anymore, and that’s perfectly normal? This episode explores the evolving journey of emerging adulthood, the hidden challenges today’s young people face, and how parents can support them without falling into outdated expectations. From delayed independence to collaborative planning, discover why there's no one-size-fits-all path to thriving. What to expect in this episode: Why the path to adulthood looks different nowWhat college readiness re...

3 months ago

26 minutes

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EP233: Why Homework Is Hard: Executive Function, Stress, and Real Solutions

Homework struggles aren’t always about motivation. Sometimes, the biggest obstacles are invisible, like executive function challenges or stress overload. In this episode, we will discover what’s really going on when kids avoid or resist assignments, why your go-to solutions might not be working, and how to take a fresh approach that actually helps. If you’re tired of nagging and want a smarter way forward, this is your next listen. What to expect in this episode: Why executive function impa...

3 months ago

23 minutes

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EP232: How To Build Trust And Emotional Security In Kids

What if the change your child needs starts with you? This episode explores how rethinking your role through an attachment lens can unlock new ways to connect, support, and truly understand your child. Discover what happens when you stop trying to fix and start seeing differently. You may never look at parenting the same way again. What to expect in this episode: Why real change begins when caregivers feel just as empowered as their kidsHow an attachment-based lens helps reframe behavior and...

3 months ago

25 minutes

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EP231: ADHD And Productivity: How To Work Smarter, Not Harder

Struggling to get things done might not be about effort; it could be something deeper. Psychologist Ari Tuckman uncovers the emotional roadblocks behind productivity, from shame to decision paralysis. Discover how to rethink prioritization and tap into meaningful motivation. A must-listen for anyone who wants to work smarter, not just harder. What to expect in this episode: Why productivity struggles often start with emotional roadblocks, not lack of effortHow to figure out what’s really gett...

4 months ago

26 minutes

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EP230: Structure Time: Back to School with Systems That Work

Back-to-school season brings more than sharpened pencils and new routines. It is a full-spectrum shift in structure, emotion, and identity. This episode unpacks what is really happening beneath the surface for both kids and parents during this transition. From resistance to readiness, discover why slowing down, tuning in, and getting curious might be the most powerful back-to-school tools of all. What to expect in this episode: Why structure can feel empowering for some and exhausting for o...

4 months ago

25 minutes

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EP229: Simplifying Mindfulness (and How to Start Small)

What if doing nothing is exactly what your nervous system needs? In this episode, meditation teacher Jeff Warren joins the conversation to explore mindfulness, emotional regulation, and the power of presence. Learn why fewer thoughts can mean fewer problems and how simple grounding moments can shift the way you parent. This isn’t about fixing; it’s about noticing, being, and allowing space for something new to emerge. What to expect in this episode: Why fewer thoughts lead to fewer problems ...

4 months ago

39 minutes