Description

If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s struggles come from ADHD, anxiety, or both — you’re not alone. And now you can watch the recording of our most recent ADHDKC Parent Group talk:

🎥 Wired & Wiggly: Understanding Anxiety and ADHD in Kidswith pediatrician and childhood mental health advocate Dr. Natasha Burgert

Sara Whelan, our ADHDKC Parent Group volunteer coordinator, opened the evening by welcoming families and sharing a reminder of ADHDKC’s connection to CHADD — our national parent organization dedicated to evidence-based ADHD education and support. Then Dr. Burgert guided us through an engaging, fast-paced, and practical discussion designed with busy parents in mind.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Recording

Dr. Burgert shares real-world insights from her work as a full-time pediatrician caring for children with ADHD, anxiety, and everyday pediatric challenges. In this talk, she explains:

* Why ADHD and anxiety often show up together — and how easily they can be confused

* How similar behaviors (like inattention, restlessness, or avoidance) can come from very different causes

* What’s happening in the brain — including executive function challenges vs. perceived threat responses

* Questions parents can use to better understand the why behind behaviors

* The importance of comprehensive evaluation and working with your pediatrician as a first step

* Evidence-based supports including therapy approaches, school accommodations, lifestyle foundations, and medication considerations

* Practical strategies for co-regulation, routines, sleep, and everyday family functioning

As Dr. Burgert reminds us, we aren’t treating “alphabet soup” — we’re supporting kids who are trying their best in a fast, loud world.

🧠 Want to Keep Learning?

Dr. Burgert also writes about ADHD, anxiety, and child mental health for parents and caregivers. You can explore more of her work in her Substack, starting with the article with this talk’s resources.

💬 Stay Connected

We encourage you to explore upcoming ADHDKC events and parent group meetings — a welcoming space for learning, connection, and support.

Thank you for being part of our ADHDKC community and for continuing to learn alongside us. We’re grateful you’re here.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ADHDKC and Event Overview

02:06 Understanding ADHD and Anxiety: A Pediatrician’s Perspective

11:53 Diagnosis and Treatment: Navigating ADHD and Anxiety

19:12 Comprehensive Treatment Plans for ADHD and Anxiety

25:56 Treating ADHD and Anxiety Together

28:27 Understanding SSRIs and Their Role

33:09 Monitoring Medication and Adjustments

35:16 Common Questions About ADHD and Anxiety

39:31 Practical Strategies for Parents

45:38 Community Support and Resources

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