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“Top ADHD Challenges (and Solutions) for Teen Boys” [Video Replay & Podcast #569]

Access the video replay, listen to the podcast episode (#569), download the slide presentation, and learn how to get a certificate of attendance for this ADHD Experts webinar originally broadcast on July 30, 2025.

Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., MS
ADHD Expert: Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S. Updated on October 2, 2025
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Episode Description

Teen boys with ADHD can be charming, funny, and a delight to be around. Other times, they can be gruff and defiant, not unlike neurotypical teen boys. But defiance and emotional volatility can (and often do) escalate in intensity and frequency in teen boys with ADHD. These volatile behaviors often leave caregivers frustrated, tired, and powerless at the same time their sons require more support and guidance than ever before.

In this webinar, Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S., will share practical strategies for fostering open communication and mutual respect. Learn how to partner with your teen to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence and help them grow into the capable, compassionate adults we know they can be.

In this webinar you will learn:

    • About the common struggles associated with raising teen boys with ADHD, including power struggles, and how caregivers can engage in cooperative problem-solving.
    • How to address and create safe spaces to support your teen during episodes of anger and emotional dysregulation.
    • How to talk with your teen about the role of toxic online influencers, including those who push misogynistic views.
    • How to talk with your son about risky behaviors, and how to respond when they push back on your concerns.
    • Scripts to help you talk with your teen about video games and screen use, as well as ideas for how to help them manage or decrease their usage.
    • How to create stronger bonds with your teen boy.

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Challenges and Solutions for ADHD Boys: Resources

Obtain a Certificate of Attendance

If you attended the live webinar on DATE, watched the video replay, or listened to the podcast, you may purchase a certificate of attendance option (cost: $10). Note: ADDitude does not offer CEU credits. Click here to purchase the certificate of attendance option »

Meet the Expert Speaker

Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S., is the producer and host of the ADHD Essentials Podcast, an internationally recognized ADHD/Executive Function expert, and an engaging, sought-after speaker. He helps individuals, families, schools, and businesses manage the challenges of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder through an approach that blends education, collaborative problem-solving, and accountability with compassion, humor, and a focus on strengths and growth.

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