Raising ADHD: Real Talk For Parents & Educators

By Dr. Brian Bradford & Apryl Bradford

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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.


Episode Date
Impulsive Behavior in ADHD: Why Your Child Has No Pause Button and How to Build One
Jul 14, 2026
ADHD Parenting Burnout: The 3 Stages, the Signs, and What Actually Helps
Jun 29, 2026
ADHD Summer Survival: 5 Things Saving My Life Right Now
Jun 22, 2026
Traveling With ADHD Kids: How to Plan a Vacation That Doesn't End in Meltdowns with Mary Katherine Brooks
Jun 15, 2026
Your ADHD Child Isn't Trying to Drive You Crazy: Here's What's Really Going On
Jun 09, 2026
Why Consequences Don't Work for ADHD Kids (And What to Do Instead)
May 28, 2026
The Best Daily Routine for a Child with ADHD (Summer Edition)
May 18, 2026
ADHD Executive Function in Real Life: Why Checklists Fail and the Scaffolding System That Actually Works
May 04, 2026
How to Talk to Kids About Having ADHD: A Mom's Guide to Making It Normal
Apr 27, 2026
ADHD Meltdowns vs Tantrums: Why They Happen and a 5-Step System to Reduce Them
Apr 20, 2026
Why is Parenting an ADHD child so hard? The Parenting Pivot Nobody Tells You About (And Why ADHD Kids Need It Most)
Apr 13, 2026
How to Manage ADHD Hyperactivity Without Fighting It
Mar 30, 2026
How to Discipline Kids with ADHD: What the Research Says Actually Works
Mar 26, 2026
Executive Function Skills and ADHD: Why Your Child Can't "Just Do It" (And How to Help)
Mar 17, 2026
Why Is My ADHD Child on So Many Medications? How to Prevent the Drug Cascade with Dr. Kate Trapani
Mar 02, 2026
Why Your ADHD Child Lies (And What to Do Instead of Punishing It)
Feb 23, 2026
ADHD School Behavior Problems: Why Nothing's Changing and the Framework That Will
Feb 16, 2026
ADHD Without Medication: What Actually Works (According to the Highest-Quality Research)
Feb 03, 2026
ADHD Morning Routine Chaos? How to Find Your Battle Zone and Fix It Without Changing Your Child
Jan 26, 2026
ADHD School Behavior Problems: 3 Moves Parents and Teachers Both Need to Know
Jan 19, 2026
Why Your ADHD Child Thinks "I'm the Problem" (And How Repair Changes Their Identity)
Jan 12, 2026
Stop Sitting in Mom Guilt: How to Repair with Your ADHD Child After You Lose It
Jan 07, 2026
When ADHD Anger Turns Destructive: Why Punishment Makes It Worse (And What Actually Works)
Dec 29, 2025
[Part 5 of 5] The ADHD Holiday Survival System: The 3-Phase Plan That Stops Meltdowns, Sensory Overload & Dopamine Crashes
Dec 15, 2025
[Part 4 of 5] The Small Holiday Tweaks That Create Big ADHD Wins (Parents Can’t Believe the Difference)
Dec 10, 2025
[Part 3 of 5] 3 ADHD Holiday Myths Ruining Your Family's Christmas (Psychiatrist Reveals the Truth)
Dec 01, 2025
[Part 2 of 5] Stop the Holiday Meltdowns: The 10-Minute Holiday Reset Every ADHD Family Needs (But No One Told You About)
Nov 17, 2025
[Part 1 of 5] When the Holidays Break Your Brain: The ADHD Paradox No One Talks About
Nov 10, 2025
Why Small Things Trigger Big Meltdowns: How Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria Hijacks ADHD Kids
Nov 03, 2025
Latest ADHD Research 2025: Executive Function Training, Sleep Secrets, and Why Therapy Dogs Actually Work
Oct 29, 2025
ADHD and Friendships: Why Your Child Struggles to Fit In and How to Help Them Find Their Tribe
Oct 21, 2025
The ADHD Bedtime Battle: Why Your Child Won’t Sleep (and How to Finally Fix It)
Oct 13, 2025
How to Help Your ADHD Child Actually Get Their Homework Done Without the Nightly Battles: Strategies for K–12 Success
Oct 06, 2025
How to Talk to Your Child About ADHD: What to Say When They Ask ‘What’s Wrong With Me?
Sep 29, 2025
Caffeine and ADHD: Does It Really Help Kids Focus?
Sep 22, 2025
After-School Meltdowns and ADHD: A 3-Step Plan Parents Can Start Tonight
Sep 15, 2025
Should I Medicate My Child for ADHD?: 6 Insights to Help Parents Choose with Confidence
Sep 08, 2025
The Truth About ADHD: Why the Name Gets It Wrong and What You Need to Know
Sep 01, 2025
Should I Get My Child Tested for ADHD? What Parents + Teachers Need to Know
Sep 01, 2025
Back-to-School Behavior Battles: 5 ADHD Hacks Teachers + Parents Can Use Right Away
Sep 01, 2025
Raising ADHD Starts Here: Clarity, Support & Real Solutions
Aug 24, 2025