How do I help my child do well in school?
Thriving Kids: A Parenting Podcast From the Child Mind Institute - A podcast by The Child Mind Institute - Thursdays

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How can I help my child do better in school—without pushing too hard or taking over? In this episode, Dr. Dave Anderson sits down with Dr. Adam Zamora, a clinical neuropsychologist at the Child Mind Institute, to talk about how to build the habits, mindset, and support systems that help kids thrive academically. From kindergarten through college, they cover everything from procrastination and motivation to homework battles, parent-teacher communication, and how to know when it’s time to get extra support.Key topics include:Building a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindsetEffective homework routines (without micromanaging)When to push, when to scaffold, and when to step backHow to work with schools and teachers as part of your child’s “village”The value of neuropsych evaluations and what they actually tell usPrepping kids for college success—academically and emotionallyResources mentioned in this episode:College Readiness ToolkitLearning, ADHD, and school success articlesGrowth mindset and praise strategies for parents