#222: ADHD and Screen Time: Are Screens Getting in the Way of Independence?

<p>SHINING WITH ADHD</p><p>#222: ADHD and Screen Time: Are Screens Getting in the Way of Independence?</p><p>The Childhood Collective</p><p>6/24/2026</p><p><strong>SUMMARY</strong></p><p>ADHD and screen time can be one of the most challenging topics for families to navigate. In this episode, executive function coach Mike McLeod shares the signs that screens may be interfering with your child's independence, motivation, and executive function development. We also discuss how patterns of parent attention can unintentionally reinforce challenging behaviors and what families can do instead. Whether you're questioning your family's technology habits or looking for practical ways to support executive function skills, this episode offers a perspective that may challenge some of your assumptions.</p><p><strong>MEET MIKE MCLEOD</strong></p><p>Michael established GrowNOW ADHD in 2016, building upon his Internal Skills Executive Function Strengthening Model. With over 20 years of experience and a Master’s from Lehman College, his mission is to improve the quality of life for young people and families dealing with ADHD and executive function challenges. Mike is an Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, Professional Development Trainer, and has presented his model nationwide and internationally, specializing in ADHD, Executive Functioning, Social Executive Functioning, and Parent Coaching. He also co-hosts the <em>ADHD Parenting Podcast</em> and is the author of <em>The Executive Function Playbook</em> and <em>The Executive Function Playbook In Action</em>.</p><p><strong>LINKS + RESOURCES</strong></p><p><a href="https://thechildhoodcollective.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/EP222_Transcript.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode #222 Transcript</a></p><p><a href="https://thechildhoodcollective.com/2024/02/05/episode-142-the-key-to-executive-functioning-internal-skills-for-kids-with-adhd-with-mike-mcleod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode #142: The Key to Executive Functioning: Internal Skills for Kids with ADHD with Mike McLeod</a></p><p><a href="http://www.grownowadhd.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GrowNOW ADHD Website</a></p><p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/grownowadhd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GrowNOW ADHD Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thechildhoodcollective/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Childhood Collective Instagram</a></p><p>Have a question or want to share som