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281: Raising Healthy Gamers, with Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD MPH
11 Sep

281: Raising Healthy Gamers, with Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD MPH

Discover how Dr. K advises fostering independence in neurodivergent kids and teens, balancing healthy gaming habits, and addressing underlying challenges to foster a healthy relationship with technology and gaming.

280: Fostering Resilience in the Age of Uncertainty, with Tovah Klein, Ph.D.
04 Sep

280: Fostering Resilience in the Age of Uncertainty, with Tovah Klein, Ph.D.

Unlock the secrets to fostering resilience in your child or teen. Discover how acceptance, patience, and self-reflection can nurture emotional strength during uncertain times.

279: You Might Also Like: In It: Raising Kids who Learn Differently, from Understood.org
28 Aug

279: You Might Also Like: In It: Raising Kids who Learn Differently, from Understood.org

279: You Might Also Like: In It: Raising Kids who Learn Differently, from Understood.org Listen on Apple Podcasts  |  Google Podcasts  |  Spreaker  |  Spotify  |  iHeart Radio Become a Supporter This episode is a special collaboration with the "In It"

278: Helping Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood, with Shannon Urquiola
21 Aug

278: Helping Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood, with Shannon Urquiola

Planning adulthood for your kids on the spectrum? Learn about guardianship, SSI, and vocational rehab to ensure a smoother transition. The key: start planning early.

277: Redefining ADHD for Neurodivergent Kids, with Elly Both
14 Aug

277: Redefining ADHD for Neurodivergent Kids, with Elly Both

Unlock strategies to reframe ADHD for kids with insights from author Elly Both. Discover how to harness ADHD superpowers and foster positivity.

276: Executive Function Rundown, with Seth Perler, M.Ed.
07 Aug

276: Executive Function Rundown, with Seth Perler, M.Ed.

Discover expert insights on executive function challenges in kids, teens and young adults. Seth Perler shares strategies & inspiration. Listen now!

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I'm Penny.

I empower stuck and struggling parents to dial down the chaos and intensity and help their neurodivergent kid thrive. You'll parent with purpose and create the family life you crave.

Through my podcast, award-winning books, parent training programs, parent coaching, and parenting summits, I’ve helped thousands of parents raising kids with ADHD, autism, and/or anxiety improve their lives.

I'd be honored to help you, too.

Catch my appearances on other podcasts too.

HELPING NEURODIVERGENT YOUTH THRIVE

Confident Teen Podcast

SUPPORTING NEURODIVERGENT TEENS

Learn Podcast with Dr. Emily

PARENTING THE KID YOU HAVE

Learn Smarter Podcast with Rachel & Steph

EMBRACE THE JOYS & CHALLENGES OF RAISING NEURODIVERSE KIDS

The Better Behavior Show with Dr. Nicole Beurkens

MANAGING OUR PARENTAL MINDSET

ADHD Essentials with Brendan Mahan, M.Ed.

RAISING COMPLEX CHILDREN

Learn Smarter Podcast with Rachel & Steph

PARENTING ADHD AND AUTISM

The Dad Edge Podcast with Larry Hagner

PARENTING KIDS WITH ADHD AND AUTISM

The PakMag Parents Podcast with Bree James

ADHD AND AUTISM PARENTING SUCCESS STORY: A LIVED EXPERIENCE

Attention Talk Radio with Jeff Copper, PCAC, PCC

PARENTING ADHD & AUTISTIC CHILDREN

Corebrain Journal Podcast with Dr. Charles Parker

HEARING YOUR ADHD CHILD’S TRUTH

Attention Talk Radio with Jeff Copper, PCAC, PCC

PARENTING A CHILD WITH ADHD

Parenting in the Rain with Jackie Flynn, MPA, EdS, LMHC

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