Stop the Meltdowns: How to Help Your Child Plan, Focus, and Follow Through

By Sarah Mitchell

A practical, science-backed guide for parents of children ages 6-12 who struggle with executive function challenges like ADHD, autism, and emotional regulation.
If your child forgets instructions, melts down over small changes, can't get started on homework, or struggles with organization and time management, this book is for you.
Inside you'll discover:
- The Pause-Plan-Grow Method - a simple, repeatable framework for every challenge
- Why "count to ten" doesn't work (and what does)
- Working memory games that actually help
- How to create morning routines that stick
- The feelings thermometer for emotional regulation
- Age-specific strategies for kids 6-12
- Guidance for ADHD, autism, and neurodivergent kids
- What DOESN'T work (so you can stop wasting time)
- Crisis resources including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Quick reference guides for each skill
Based on published research in child development, neuroscience, and education, this book bridges the gap between clinical science and real-world parenting.
You don't need a psychology degree. You need practical strategies you can use tonight.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H879P6NP
• ISBN13: 9798185966006
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"