Best CanLearn Society Podcasts (2024)

In this episode, Krista Forand, registered psychologist, interviews CanLearn Society's ADHD coach, Laura Godfrey, ACC, CACP. Learn about ADHD coaching and how it can work for you!Resources mentioned in the episode:www.canlearnsociety.cawww.adhdfamilies.cawww.caddac.cawww.adhdrewired.comBy CanLearnSociety.ca

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Welcome to Brain Child! 2:10

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Hello everyone! I’m Krista Forand, registered psychologist at CanLearn Society, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I’m excited to announce that we are starting a new podcast project coming this November 2018, called Brain Child. This new podcast will not only focus on topics relevant to ADHD, but also learning disabilities, Autism, child development and …

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Summer Reading Program 2018 2:32

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If you live in the Calgary area and are interested in getting help for your child with reading, consider CanLearn's Reading Pilots program. This brief podcast provides some information about the program. A limited number of spaces are available for the program. If you and your child are interested in participating, please contact Jody Wood, Reading…

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Happy Father’s Day - Special Interview Episode 1:00:27

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In this episode, psychologist Krista Forand, interviews researcher Dr. Gerry Giesbrecht, from the Owerko Centre (Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute) in Calgary, Alberta. Dr. Giesbrecht discusses his research, which focuses on how supportive spouses can have a positive influence on infants’ stress responses. In celebration of Father’s Da…

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You are invited to a webinar! 7:22

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You are invited to a webinar! ADHD Families is proud to present FREE live and interactive webinars. Visit www.adhdfamilies.ca to register for upcoming webinars.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD and Preschoolers: Child-sized Bundles of Energy 15:28

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This podcast episode is an audio recording of a blog that you can read at www.adhdfamilies.ca.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Mindfulness Meditation and ADHD 14:44

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This podcast episode is an audio recording of a blog that you can read at www.adhdfamilies.caBy CanLearnSociety.ca

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Too Much of a Good Thing: Video Game Addiction and ADHD 16:27

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This podcast episode is an audio recording of a blog that can be read at www.adhdfamilies.caBy CanLearnSociety.ca

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You, Your ADHD, and Marijuana 15:48

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This podcast episode is an audio recording of a blog that can be read at www.adhdfamilies.ca.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Four Pillars of ADHD Treatment: Medication 17:04

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! Inside ADHD released weekly podcasts that focus on The 4 Pillars of ADHD Treatment. This week's pillar of treatment is medication.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Four Pillars of ADHD Treatment: Strategies 16:11

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! During the month of October, Inside ADHD released weekly podcasts that focus on The 4 Pillars of ADHD Treatment. This week's pillar of treatment is strategies.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Four Pillars of ADHD Treatment: Healthy Lifestyle 17:31

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! During the month of October, Inside ADHD will be releasing weekly podcasts that focus on The 4 Pillars of ADHD Treatment. This week's pillar of treatment is healthy lifestyle.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Four Pillars of ADHD Treatment: Education 16:50

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! During the month of October, Inside ADHD will be releasing weekly podcasts that focus on The 4 Pillars of ADHD Treatment. This week's pillar of treatment is education: learning more about ADHD.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD and Sleep 12:20

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In this podcast, listeners will learn more about ADHD and sleep difficulties and strategies they can us to improve sleep.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Time Management 22:13

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In this podcast, listeners will learn about ADHD and time management and strategies they can use to help improve time management skills in daily life.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Self Monitoring 29:36

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In this podcast, listeners will learn about self-monitoring and how they can use self-monitoring strategies to help manage ADHD symptoms.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Routines 23:44

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In this podcast, listeners will learn more about routines and how they can use them to make life less stressful for themselves and their children. Tips are provided on how to create routines and find solutions to potential problems with using routines.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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What is a Psycho-Educational Assessment? 24:42

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In this podcast, listeners will learn more about what a psycho-educational assessment is and how it may help someone who has ADHD or other disabilities that affect learning. Listeners are provided with information about what to expect when obtaining a psycho-educational assessment and tips on how to get the most out of the assessment process.…

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ADHD Awareness Month Myth #5: Children Will Outgrow their ADHD 14:08

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the final episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "children will outgrow their ADHD."By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD Awareness Month Myth #4: ADHD Medications Increase the Risk of Drug Abuse 18:24

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the fourth episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "ADHD medications increase the risk of drug abuse."By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD Awareness Month Myth #3: People with ADHD are Lazy 20:59

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the third episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "people with ADHD are lazy."By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD Awareness Month Myth #2: All children with ADHD have behavior problems 15:34

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the second episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "all children with ADHD have behavior problems."By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD Awareness Month Myth #1: ADHD is an excuse for poor parenting or “bad behavior” 26:35

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October is ADHD Awareness Month! This is the first episode in a five episode series that tackles ADHD myths and provides listeners with information to better help them understand ADHD. In this episode we tackle the myth "ADHD is just an excuse for poor parenting or “bad behavior”."By CanLearnSociety.ca

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What is an IPP? 20:16

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This podcast provides information about IPPs (Individual Program Plans) for students with disabilities. In most school systems, ADHD is considered a disability and therefore an IPP is usually put into place to support the student. Parents will learn more about IPPs and how they can advocate for their child during the IPP process.…

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ADHD & Back to School 23:40

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This podcast episode provides parents with some tips for helping the new school year be successful for students who have ADHD.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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The Importance of ADHD Diagnosis 24:37

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In this podcast, listeners will learn more about why it is important to have an official diagnosis of ADHD in the first place. Things to keep in mind when visiting a professional for an ADHD assessment are also discussed.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD & Working Memory 24:05

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This podcast describes working memory and how it is related to ADHD. Strategies for improving working memory are also provided.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD & Reading 13:41

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This podcast reviews research about how ADHD symptoms are related to reading difficulties. Some general strategies for working with children who have ADHD are provided.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD & Girls 20:26

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This podcast provides an overview of the current research on gender and ADHD. There is also a discussion about why this research may be drawing particular conclusions related to women and girls who have ADHD. Special considerations should be made for women and girls who may be seeking assessment and/or treatment for ADHD.…

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What is ADHD? 37:44

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This podcast may be helpful for parents of children who have been newly diagnosed with ADHD. It provides information about the symptoms of the disorder and how those symptoms may be seen in daily life. This podcast may also be beneficial to people who are considering seeking an assessment for attention difficulties and may want more background info…

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Executive Functions 39:48

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In this podcast, listeners will learn about executive functions and how they are impaired in individuals with ADHD. Parents will learn strategies to help their child with difficulties in executive function. A great podcast for learning strategies for planning, organizing, managing emotions, shifting attention and being flexible, getting started on …

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Self-Regulation Group for Kids 9:04

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In this podcast, parents will learn more self-regulation in children with ADHD. Details about a kids self-regulation intervention group available in Calgary, AB are also provided.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Catch 'em Doing Good - Giving Positive Feedback 7:19

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In this podcast, parents will learn about the power that negative comments can have on children and the importance of ensuring that they receive plenty of positive comments to balance out the negatives.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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Transitioning to Post-Secondary 18:33

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This podcast may be beneficial for parents of teenagers or young adults who are considering attending university or college. Suggestions for how to make a smooth transition and information about funding and setting up supports and accommodations is provided.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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More Than Just Making Lists - An Adult ADHD Intervention Group 16:47

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This podcast provides a detailed description of the More Than Just Making Lists adult ADHD intervention group offered at CanLearn Society, in Calgary, Alberta. For more information and registration details visit www.canlearnsociety.ca.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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ADHD Treatment & Self-Esteem 15:44

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This podcast summarizes the results of a recent research review that looked at 127 studies, which focused on ADHD treatment and self-esteem. Outcomes in self-esteem are discussed comparing treated ADHD vs. untreated ADHD vs. individuals without ADHD.By CanLearnSociety.ca

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