by Dana Dzamić | Oct 14, 2025 | Teenagers
If you’ve ever wondered why smart teens struggle with homework despite their potential, the answer often lies in executive function — not motivation. You watch your teen debate complex ideas, explain how AI works, or build an entire digital world on Minecraft –...
by Dana Dzamić | Sep 7, 2025 | Teenagers
Exploring emotional avoidance, burnout, and self-protection in neurodivergent teens “Whatever.”“Don’t care.”“Fine.” If you’ve heard these words from your teenager more times than you’ve heard “Good morning”, you’re not alone. For many parents, it feels like their teen...
by Dana Dzamić | Aug 10, 2025 | Teenagers
Adolescence is tough. Throw in the added challenge of being neurodivergent—whether it’s ADHD, autism, or another condition—and school becomes even more complicated. The classroom, meant to be a place of learning, can become a minefield of failed expectations,...
by Dana Dzamić | Jun 17, 2025 | Teenagers
Ah, the teenage years – a time of self-discovery, friendships, and, of course, drama. Now, toss ADHD into the mix, and you’ve got a cocktail of social challenges that can leave even the most seasoned parent scratching their head. For ADHD teenagers navigating...
by Dana Dzamić | Jun 10, 2025 | Teenagers
If raising a teenager wasn’t challenging enough, throw in ADHD and anxiety, and suddenly, you’re navigating flooding of emotions, missed homework, and endless “Why didn’t you tell me about that?!” conversations. As a mom of a teenage daughter with ADHD – and as...
by Dana Dzamić | Jun 1, 2025 | Teenagers
For parents and caregivers of teens with ADHD, understanding what’s going on inside their heads can feel like a mystery. The ADHD teenage brain isn’t just hyperactive or inattentive—it’s wired to process the world in unique and often misunderstood ways. Sometimes, the...
