Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators
Dr. Brian Bradford & Apryl Bradford
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About This Podcast
Raising a child with ADHD can feel overwhelming—meltdowns, school struggles, medication decisions, and the constant fear you’re doing it wrong. Raising ADHD is the podcast for parents and teachers who want clarity, strategies, and real-life support.
Hosted by Apryl Bradford, M.Ed. (former teacher and ADHD mom) and Dr. Brian Bradford, D.O. (Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist), this show cuts through the myths and misinformation about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Together, Apryl and Dr. Bradford bring both lived experience and clinical expertise to help you:
- Understand what ADHD really is (and isn’t)
- Navigate school challenges and partner with teachers
- Make sense of medication options without the jargon
- Support your child’s strengths while tackling everyday struggles
- Feel less alone and more empowered on this journey
Each week, you’ll hear practical tips, the latest insights from the field, and conversations that validate what you’re living through. Whether you’re dealing with emotional outbursts, executive function challenges, or the stigma that still surrounds ADHD, you’ll find real talk and real help here.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I doing this right?”—this podcast is your answer.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical or psychiatric advice and should not replace professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other licensed professional with any questions you may have regarding your child’s health or behavior.
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Your ADHD Child Isn't Trying to Drive You Crazy: Here's What's Really Going On
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The Best Daily Routine for a Child with ADHD (Summer Edition)
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ADHD Executive Function in Real Life: Why Checklists Fail and the Scaffolding System That Actually Works
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ADHD Meltdowns vs Tantrums: Why They Happen and a 5-Step System to Reduce Them
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Why is Parenting an ADHD child so hard? The Parenting Pivot Nobody Tells You About (And Why ADHD Kids Need It Most)
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S1E28 How to Discipline Kids with ADHD: What the Research Says Actually Works
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S1E27 Executive Function Skills and ADHD: Why Your Child Can't "Just Do It" (And How to Help)
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S1E26 Why Is My ADHD Child on So Many Medications? How to Prevent the Drug Cascade with Dr. Kate Trapani
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S1E25 Why Your ADHD Child Lies (And What to Do Instead of Punishing It)
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ADHD School Behavior Problems: Why Nothing's Changing and the Framework That Will
Send us Fan MailYour child's behavior card comes home negative every day. It's not a character issue—it's a design issue. Learn the REACT framework that actually…
S1E23 ADHD Without Medication: What Actually Works (According to the Highest-Quality Research)
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S1E22 ADHD Morning Routine Chaos? How to Find Your Battle Zone and Fix It Without Changing Your Child
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S1E21 ADHD School Behavior Problems: 3 Moves Parents and Teachers Both Need to Know
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S1E20 Why Your ADHD Child Thinks "I'm the Problem" (And How Repair Changes Their Identity)
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S1E19 Stop Sitting in Mom Guilt: How to Repair with Your ADHD Child After You Lose It
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S1E18 When ADHD Anger Turns Destructive: Why Punishment Makes It Worse (And What Actually Works)
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S1E17 [Part 5 of 5] The ADHD Holiday Survival System: The 3-Phase Plan That Stops Meltdowns, Sensory Overload & Dopamine Crashes
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Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators has published 37 episodes since August 2025, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.
Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 28m.
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