Parents of children with ADHD face societal pressures and challenges in the education system, while also needing to manage their own stress and build resilience. The week introduces emotional intelligence as a crucial tool for parenting and explores the difficulties of balancing work, family, and supporting a child with ADHD in a mass education system that often overlooks individual needs.

This week delves into common misconceptions about ADHD in schools and examines how standardized education can negatively impact creative and divergent thinkers. It also emphasizes the role of emotional intelligence in advocating for a child’s needs and building a support network within the educational system.

The focus shifts to developing emotional intelligence skills for parents, including self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathy, to better support their child with ADHD. Practical strategies for active listening, effective communication, and problem-solving are introduced, along with an emphasis on identifying and nurturing the child’s unique talents.

The final week addresses the need for specialized support and individualized education plans for children with ADHD, highlighting why general education often falls short. Long-term emotional intelligence practices and strategies for maintaining resilience are explored, with a focus on preparing children for future transitions and developing a future-oriented mindset.