Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

I think we could all use this reminder a little more 🥰

Raising kids with #anxiety or #ADHD (or both) can be so tricky.

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

When kids are anxious, what we say makes a huge difference in the moment AND long-term. To be truly supportive, combine understanding & confidence in them.

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

For #ADHD brains, the pause button between emotions & reactions is missing. That's why kids with ADHD can have big reactions.

You're not doing anything wrong. It's just how emotions can look for them.

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

Girls with #ADHD can get called chatty, emotional, or dramatic and tend to have more inattentive symptoms. Be their advocate so they get the support they need.

What are your favorite things to say to your daughter?

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

Kids want to do well & usually don’t misbehave on purpose. They may not know what else to do. Think of misbehavior as a chance to teach them. But, when’s the best time to learn?

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

When kids with ADHD misbehave, the behavior is the tip of the iceberg. Without considering what's underneath, we miss long-term solutions.

What’s often “under the surface” for your child?

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

Parents often tell me, “I just want them to have better coping skills.” Mastering problem-solving benefits the whole family.

When do you wish your child could cope better?

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

When you adapt to what a child really needs, you’ll be surprised how much their confidence & independence grows. 🚀

What’s a routine that’s worked well for your child with ADHD?

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

Kids with ADHD are so often misunderstood. Let’s change this, together!

❓What’s something you wish the world better understood about ADHD?

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[Doctor Jacque | Child Anxiety & ADHD @DoctorJacque]

Transitions, big and small, are hard for kids. It takes a lot of practice to move through them gracefully. But dang, even as a grown up, the start of #school still gets me. A change in routine, a new schedule, and the very obvious reminder that my babies are growing way too fast.