
Raising Calm Kids
Helping Children with ADHD Manage Big Emotions, Reduce Meltdowns, And Build Emotional ControlBy Michelle MannLength4h 39m
About this audiobook
Are you exhausted by your child's big emotions, constant meltdowns, and the daily struggle to help them find calm? Do you ever feel like traditional discipline simply doesn't work for your child with ADHD, leaving both of you frustrated and overwhelmed? Do you worry about their future, wishing they had the tools to manage their feelings and thrive?
If so, Raising Calm Kids is your essential guide. Author Michelle Mann, a dedicated psychologist and a mother who has personally navigated the complexities of raising a child with ADHD, understands your struggles intimately. She knows firsthand the emotional rollercoaster families face and bridges the gap between clinical expertise and real-world parenting, offering a straight-to-the-point guide that actually works. Imagine a home where you can confidently guide your child through emotional challenges, reducing meltdowns and fostering vital self-management skills.
In this book, you will discover:
- How to demystify the ADHD brain and understand why traditional discipline often backfires
- A simple system to pinpoint your child's unique meltdown triggers and create a personalized "Meltdown Map" to intervene early
- Practical, immediate de-escalation techniques like Time-In and co-regulation to calm emotional storms in the moment
- Powerful strategies to equip your child with essential emotional skills, from naming feelings to building their own "calm kit" of coping strategies
- How to design simple, effective routines for smoother mornings, focused afternoons, and peaceful evenings
- Actionable techniques for mastering transitions, turning potential chaos into predictable calm
- The science behind regulating your own nervous system, allowing you to become your child's most effective calm anchor
- Proven troubleshooting tips to adjust your approach and embrace imperfection on your unique parenting journey
This isn't another generic parenting book filled with abstract theories that don't apply to your family. Michelle Mann's strategies are mom-tested and psychologist-approved, designed for real-world application by busy parents like you. Even if past methods have failed, this straight-to-the-point guide offers adaptable solutions tailored to your child's unique needs, proving that a calmer home is within reach.
If you are ready to transform your home into a haven of peace and empower your child with lasting emotional control, then grab Raising Calm Kids today!
Audiobook details
GenreOther, General Fiction
Length4 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 24, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1 – Why I Wrote This Book: A Psychologist's Personal Journey with ADHD Parenting
22Morning Magic: Starting the Day Off Right
2The Diagnosis: When Professional Knowledge Meets Personal Reality
23Afternoon Alignments: Keeping the Momentum
3Bridging Two Worlds: Clinical Expertise and Parenting Challenges
24Evening Ease: Winding Down for a Restful Night
4A Mission to Share: Turning Experience into Empowerment
25Chapter 7 – Mastering Transitions: Strategies for Moving Between Activities Without Meltdowns
5Chapter 2 – Understanding the ADHD Brain: Why Your Child Can't Just Calm Down
26The Power of Preparation: Setting the Stage for Smooth Transitions
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6The ADHD Brain Unplugged: A Parent-Friendly Introduction
27Navigating Emotional Hurdles: Calming Techniques for Transition Times
7From Reaction to Regulation: Why Discipline Often Backfires
28Flexibility in Action: Adjusting Plans Without Meltdowns
8Seeing Beyond the Behavior: Recognizing Neurological Triggers
29Chapter 8 – Parent Regulation First: Taking Care of Your Own Nervous System So You Can Help Your Child
9Chapter 3 – Spotting the Spiral: Recognizing Your Child's Warning Signs Before a Meltdown
30The Science of Self-Regulation: Why Your Calm Matters
10Decoding the Signals: Identifying Early Warning Signs
31Quick Wins for Everyday Peace: Simple Self-Care Strategies
11Creating Your Child's Meltdown Map
32Creating Your Calm: Building a Sustainable Self-Care Routine
12Common Triggers and How to Spot Them
33Chapter 9 – When Strategies Aren't Working: Troubleshooting, Adjusting, and Letting Go of Perfection
13Chapter 4 – In the Heat of the Moment: Practical De-escalation Techniques That Actually Work
34Identifying the Roadblocks: What’s Not Working and Why
14Understanding the Meltdown Mechanism: Why It's Not Just Misbehavior
35Adjusting Your Approach: Tailoring Strategies to Your Child’s Needs
15Immediate Intervention: Proven Techniques to Calm the Storm
36Embracing Imperfection: Letting Go of the All-or-Nothing Mindset
16Time-In and Co-Regulation: Building Emotional Resilience Together
37Chapter 10 – From Chaos to Calm: Building a Lasting Foundation for Emotional Resilience
17Chapter 5 – Teaching Emotional Skills: How to Coach Emotional Control, Not Punish Big Feelings
38Celebrating Progress: Reflecting on the Journey
18Validating Emotions: The Power of Acknowledgment
39Maintaining Momentum: Sustainable Strategies for the Future
19Naming the Feeling: Building an Emotional Vocabulary
40A Heartfelt Conclusion: Encouragement for the Road Ahead
20Teaching Coping Strategies: Tools for Emotional Control
41Conclusion
21Chapter 6 – Building Simple Routines: The Foundation for a Calmer Home