“I Was That Kid” — What Parents Get Wrong About ADHD

Your child says, “You never told me.” You’re certain you did. What if the disagreement starts with how the conversation was processed and remembered? In this episode of Cake for Dinner, child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Jeremy Chapman joins us to explore ADHD, neurodiversity, and the everyday misunderstandings that can leave families feeling frustrated and disconnected. Drawing on his work with families and his own experience living with ADHD, Dr. Chapman discusses why acknowledging an instruction doesn’t always mean remembering it, how ADHD affects communication in marriage, and why time can seem to slip away during everyday tasks. We also explore screen-time battles, video games, emotional regulation, and the common mistakes that can make reward charts fall flat. Dr. Chapman shares his PRIME approach—Positive Reinforcement, Intrinsic Motivation, and Empowerment—and explains how he uses achievable wins to help children build confidence and motivation. Along the way, he opens up about his recovery from compulsive gambling and offers a closing message for parents: pay attention to your child’s interests, explore their strengths, and build from there. Whether you’re raising a child with ADHD, navigating it as an adult, or supporting someone you love, this conversation offers a more compassionate way to understand the struggles behind the behavior. Subscribe to Cake for Dinner for more conversations about parenting, mental health, and family life. Learn more about Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/ Book Pre Order CAKE FOR DINNER: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0H5CW77FP?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B0H5CW77FP&linkCode=xm2&tag=simonsayscom&dplnkId=ca66e48c-1d99-4095-a35e-8d40794ffd1d&nodl=1 Follow Jeremy Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/dr.adhd