Ali's Favorites
Overwhelmed? Not sure where to start? Whether you are on day 1 or day 1000 of your neurodiversity parenting journey, knowledge is always power. The references listed here are some of Ali’s favorite research and resources.
CHADD – Your ADHD Advocacy Partner
A trusted nonprofit offering evidence-based ADHD information, family and professional support, and advocacy for inclusion and equity.
All Things ADHD & ADHD 365 – Expert Podcasts
Tune into CHADD’s popular podcasts featuring expert tips, strategies, and real-world insights for parents, educators, and individuals with ADHD.
Child Mind Institute: Parents’ ADHD Guide
A clear, comprehensive guide to understanding ADHD symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment to help parents make informed decisions.
Parental Burnout Among Neurodivergent Parents
Insights from a study highlighting contributors to burnout in neurodivergent parents and the pressures they face.
Harvard Health: Co-Regulation Fundamentals
Learn how co-regulation helps children and teens manage big emotions by modeling calm and emotional connection.
DIG Coaching: Fight, Flight, or Freeze in ADHD
Explore the natural stress response reactions in ADHD and why our brains automatically shift into survival mode.
Calm Blog: Understanding & Managing Emotional Dysregulation
Discover what emotional dysregulation is, why it happens, and six practical strategies to help regulate intense emotions.
Psychology Today: 3 Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System
Insights from a study highlighting contributors to burnout in neurodivergent parents and the pressures they face.
APA Monitor: Emotion Dysregulation in ADHD
A professional overview of how emotion dysregulation affects individuals with ADHD and practical management strategies.
Child Mind Institute: What Is Co-Regulation?
An empathetic breakdown of co-regulation—how modeling calm helps children learn to manage their own emotions in safe, supportive relationships.