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Why is the transition to adulthood so hard for young people today? In this episode, Brandon Slade sits down with Roxanne Turner, Founder and CEO of RBT Coaching, Certified ADHD Professional, and Board Certified Coach, to unpack the realities of “adulting” and how families can better support independence.
Roxanne shares why developmental lags make launching more complex for students with ADHD, and how misunderstandings about executive function often fuel conflict at home. From laundry battles and messy rooms to money management and self-care routines, she offers practical strategies for teaching real-world skills without creating learned helplessness.
The conversation explores the delicate balance of giving autonomy, setting clear expectations, and resisting the urge to swoop in too quickly. Roxanne emphasizes the importance of getting ...
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