Dr. Sarah Adams talks with Dr. Stan Block, a pediatrician with 43 years of clinical experience treating ADHD in rural Kentucky, for a deep dive into how ADHD is diagnosed and managed today. Dr. Block traces the evolution of ADHD treatment since the early 1980s, explains the difference between hyperactive and inattentive presentations, and breaks down why inattentive, "daydreamy" kids, who don't disrupt class, often go undiagnosed for years. The conversation covers how pediatricians use teacher and parent checklists (including the Vanderbilt and Conners scales) to diagnose ADHD, why symptoms must show up in more than one setting, and how conditions like oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder can overlap with ADHD. Dr. Block and Dr. Sarah also discuss medication management, common misconceptions parents have, and practical advice for making daily life more manageable for families navigating a new or existing diagnosis.

How to learn more about Dr. Stan Block: Dr. Block also recently published a 480-page memoir titled Pediatrics Around the Block, which details his life story, case enigmas, and research on vaccines.

More resources:

Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents

Process of Care Algorithm

Systemic Barriers to the Care of Children and Adolescents with ADHD

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ABOUT Dr. Sarah:

Looking for a place to educate yourself and your family on how to live your best lives? Welcome to Growing Up with Dr. Sarah, where we discuss general health and wellness, parenting, family matters, and real-life challenges that affect every single one of us. As both a pediatrician and a mom, I have unique insight on how to grow healthier, happier, and stronger as individuals, and as families.

The success of the family starts from the top, by helping parents and caregivers address tough questions and everyday concerns. So join me and some of my special guests: physicians, nutritionists, fitness experts, community members, coaches, teachers, and more –and let’s grow up together!

Check out previous episodes of “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah” at www.growingupwithdrsarah.com

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In this episode, Dr. Sarah Adams interviews licensed speech-language pathologist and founder of Prime Speech Solutions, Ebony Turner-Bailey. These two experts cover everything there is to know about children’s speech, language and communication, especially for kids on the autism spectrum. The episode sheds light on something that many families navigate with uncertainty – providing realistic, compassionate suggestions for how families can best advocate for their children’s communication needs.

Learn more about Ebony Turner-Bailey:

https://primespeechsolutions.com/about/

More Resources for Communication Challenges in Children on Autism Spectrum:

• Article on Autism Spectrum Disorder in National Institute of Deafness & Other Communication Disorders
• Article on Speech-Language Therapy for Autistic Children in American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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About Growing Up with Dr. Sarah:

On Growing Up with Dr. Sarah, we discuss general health and wellness, parenting, family matters, and real-life challenges that affect every single one of us. As both a pediatrician and a mom, I have unique insight on how to grow healthier, happier, and stronger as individuals, and as families.

The success of the family starts from the top, by helping parents and caregivers address tough questions and everyday concerns. So join me and some of my special guests: physicians, nutritionists, fitness experts, community members, coaches, teachers, and more – and let’s grow up together!

Check out previous episodes of “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah” at www.growingupwithdrsarah.com

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Dr. Sarah, talks with founder of First Gen Living and author of the upcoming book "Always Have Enough: How to Build Wealth When You Don't Come From Money," Maria Melchor, to tackle real listener questions about money across every generation. From a 27 year old in West Virginia wondering whether to pay off debt or start investing, to a 58 year old asking when to take Social Security, Maria breaks down practical, judgment-free strategies for building financial confidence at any income level or life stage. The conversation covers starting small with as little as 1% of your income, navigating unpredictable gig economy earnings, choosing between a 401k and a Roth IRA, and refinancing high interest student loans.

The episode also dives into the financial pressures unique to midlife and the so-called sandwich generation, including listeners juggling aging parents, growing families, and their own long-term goals. Maria shares her framework for preparing financially for kids, explains the difference between a financial educator and a financial advisor, and offers reassurance to anyone who feels behind. Throughout, she emphasizes that time, not a high income, is the biggest asset anyone has when it comes to building wealth, and that financial health is just one tool among many for living a fuller life.

Episode sponsor: Certified financial & wealth advisors

Adams, Gut & Associates was recognized by Forbes as a 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Management Team, an accolade that highlights advisory teams nationally for their disciplined approach, strong best practices, client retention, industry experience, and ability to navigate increasingly complex wealth-management needs.

https://www.adams-gut.com/

How to learn more about Maria Melchor, Financial Coach, First Gen Living:

https://www.firstgenliving.com/

More resources:

FirstGenLiving, LLC

https://www.instagram.com/firstgenliving/

https://www.tiktok.com/@firstgenliving

Have questions about today’s episode, or anything else related to the health and wellness of your family? Write us an email or upload a voice memo, to growingupwithdr.sarah@gmail.com and we’ll try and address your questions or play your questions on an episode.

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Email to: Dr.Sarah@gmail.com

ABOUT Dr. Sarah:

Looking for a place to educate yourself and your family on how to live your best lives? Welcome to Growing Up with Dr. Sarah, where we discuss general health and wellness, parenting, family matters, and real-life challenges that affect every single one of us. As both a pediatrician and a mom, I have unique insight on how to grow healthier, happier, and stronger as individuals, and as families.

The success of the family starts from the top, by helping parents and caregivers address tough questions and everyday concerns. So join me and some of my special guests: physicians, nutritionists, fitness experts, community members, coaches, teachers, and more –and let’s grow up together!

Check out previous episodes of “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah” at www.growingupwithdrsarah.com

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IG details: @growingupwithdrsarah

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TikTok details: @growingupwithdrsarah

This podcast is produced by:

GTS Media, LLC

Audivita Studios