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Episode 33: Why They Argue - And What to Do About It
Aug 12, 2026 ·
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Episode 33: Why They Argue - And What to Do About It
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Why do some children seem to argue about everything? For many kids with ADHD, frequent arguing isn't about being defiant—it's often a sign of frustration, impulsivity, difficulty accepting disappointment, or...
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Why do some children seem to argue about everything? For many kids with ADHD, frequent arguing isn't about being defiant—it's often a sign of frustration, impulsivity, difficulty accepting disappointment, or feeling that something is unfair.
In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor explores the underlying reasons children become argumentative and shares practical strategies to help them build greater self-awareness and emotional regulation. You'll learn how to identify common triggers, help your child understand their reactions, teach perspective-taking, and develop healthier communication skills.
Dr. Taylor also discusses the importance of helping children distinguish between small, medium, and big problems, accept "no" without escalating, and use calming strategies before responding emotionally. These conversations, held during calm moments, can help children replace conflict with collaboration and strengthen family relationships over time.
To help you put these strategies into practice, be sure to download the free companion worksheet. It walks you and your child through identifying common argument triggers, understanding what's driving the behavior, and practicing new ways to respond with greater awareness and self-control.
In this episode, you'll learn:
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In this episode of ADHD Connect, Dr. Tish Taylor explores the underlying reasons children become argumentative and shares practical strategies to help them build greater self-awareness and emotional regulation. You'll learn how to identify common triggers, help your child understand their reactions, teach perspective-taking, and develop healthier communication skills.
Dr. Taylor also discusses the importance of helping children distinguish between small, medium, and big problems, accept "no" without escalating, and use calming strategies before responding emotionally. These conversations, held during calm moments, can help children replace conflict with collaboration and strengthen family relationships over time.
To help you put these strategies into practice, be sure to download the free companion worksheet. It walks you and your child through identifying common argument triggers, understanding what's driving the behavior, and practicing new ways to respond with greater awareness and self-control.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why children with ADHD may argue more frequently
- How to identify the real triggers behind recurring conflicts
- Ways to help children recognize fairness, frustration, and unmet expectations
- How to teach acceptance when the answer is "no"
- Strategies for helping children match their reactions to the size of the problem
- Practical calming and communication tools that reduce power struggles
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