Parenting Kids with ADHD in the Summer

With less structure and more free time, summer can be challenging for kids with ADHD and their parents. Josh LeJeune, NP, with Our Lady of Lourdes Children's Health, offers advice on keeping kids engaged, creating light routines and incorporating activities that balance fun with focus. Josh discusses the unique challenges faced by children with ADHD, including emotional regulation, the importance of structure and the differences in how ADHD presents in boys and girls. Josh provides practical tips for parents on creating routines, managing screen time and fostering social skills, while also emphasizing the importance of self-care for parents. Key moments : Understanding ADHD Symptoms – 02:18 ADHD in Boys vs. Girls – 05:44 Summer Challenges for Kids with ADHD – 09:01 Creating Structure and Routine During Summer – 11:44 Managing Screen Time Effectively – 15:24 Social Skills and Connections – 19:27 ADHD Medication During the Summer – 22:44 Healthy Sleep Schedules – 26:52 Parents, Take Care of Yourself – 29:48 Read more from on our blog and see Josh's paintings : childrens -health/helping-kids-with- adhd -stay-social-over-the-summer/ Learn more about Josh LeJeune, NP:

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Parenting Kids with ADHD in the Summer is an episode from ParentingU by Micah Caswell.

This episode is 35:09 long.

This episode was published on Jun 5, 2025.

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