Resources for Parents – CHADD

Tools for talking to kids about testing, diagnoses, and the superpowers of their neurodivergent brain!

NEW! A Parent’s Guide to Explaining…

Talking to your child about their diagnosis can be scary.  The Brain Building Books are now available for parents, with a specialized Parent’s Guide to help you navigate this tricky conversation!

Blog: Explaining Diagnoses to Kids

Articles with language, strategies, and tools for talking to kids in empowering, neurodiversity-affirming ways.

How to Prepare Your Child for Testing

A handout for parents with language for talking to your child before their assessment.

Now in English and Spanish.

Child-Friendly Assessment Summary

A tool for organizing assessment results in child-friendly language.  Use this tool on your own, or with the support of your child’s practitioner to plan the conversation with your child.

Videos & Visuals for Explaining Differences

A spreadsheet with videos, images, and child-friendly explanations for common diagnoses and neurodivergence.  Check back often for updates!

Child Feedback Language Guide

Suggested language for explaining common developmental diagnoses to kids.

Webinars & Podcasts

Recorded resources for parents and professionals.

Personal Consultation

Book a 1-hour session with Dr. Liz to learn how to talk to your child about their amazing brain!

As part of our session, you will receive a Brain Building Book personalized for your child based on our conversation, plus additional resources that will help you on your journey.

Empower your neurodivergent child to understand their amazing brain! Check out our new book for parents.

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