The DadDHD Podcast
We're Shane Thrapp and Braden Young, two neurodivergent dads talking about the things that matter to fathers who are neurodivergent, or who have neurodivergent kids. No perfect parenting BS, just what actually works when your brain's wired different.
We're both certified ADHD life coaches, community leaders, and fathers who got our diagnoses as adults. We know what it's like to figure out parenting when you're also figuring out your own brain. And we're here to help you do the same.
Each episode, we bring you practical strategies for neurodivergent parenting, the kind that actually fit into real life with real kids and real challenges. You're raising kids who might be neurodivergent. You might be neurodivergent yourself. Either way, you're dealing with executive function challenges, sensory issues, time blindness, and all the chaos that comes with parenting when traditional advice doesn't cut it.
We break down the latest research on ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence into stuff you can actually use. We tackle spousal relationships, supporting your kids across different spectrums, managing your own regulation while helping your kids with theirs, and building systems that work with your brain instead of against it.
You'll also hear from experts, researchers, therapists, and other father's navigating this journey. No gatekeeping, no misinformation, just evidence-based approaches delivered in a way that makes sense.
This isn't about being perfect dads. It's about being dads who get it—and building lives that work for our whole families.
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Episodes
Sunday Jan 25, 2026
Sunday Jan 25, 2026
Join Shane Thrapp of Creating Order From Chaos and Braden Young of Empower ADHD Solutions as they break down why the traditional "walk it off" mentality fails neurodivergent kids—and what actual resilience looks like. Through a real story about Braden handling his autistic son's scraped knee at school, they explain the difference between teaching resilience and teaching kids to mask their needs. This episode challenges fathers to show up emotionally, not just provide, and offers concrete strategies for co-regulation that work with neurodivergent brains instead of against them.
You can find Shane Thrapp at www.creatingorderfromchaos.com
You can find Braden Young at www.empoweradhdsolutions.com
00:25 A Personal Story: Handling a School Incident
02:53 The Impact of Traditional Toughness on Neurodivergent Kids
05:35 Understanding Sensory Overload
07:24 The Importance of Co-Regulation
10:00 Breaking the Cycle: Emotional Support from Dads
16:10 Reality Check: Imperfection is Okay
20:35 Challenge for Dads: Breaking the Trauma Cycle
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Join Shane Thrapp of Creating Order From Chaos Consulting and Braden Young of Empower ADHD Solutions as they discuss the phenomenon of afterschool restraint collapse. Learn about the challenges faced by both neurotypical and neurodivergent children, the impact on parents, and why co-regulation is essential. Discover practical strategies for managing stress and fostering a supportive family environment. Tune in for expert insights into building routines that accommodate the needs of every family member.
You can find Shane Thrapp at www.creatingorderfromchaos.com You can find Braden Young at www.empoweradhdsolutions.com
00:00 Introduction: The Chaos After Work
01:24 Understanding Afterschool Restraint Collapse
03:40 The Reality for Parents
06:12 What Doesn't Work: Managing Afterschool Restraint Collapse
07:27 Effective Co-Regulation Strategies
10:43 Practical Strategies for Daily Life
15:36 Conclusion: Breaking the Cycle
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Join Braden Young of Empower ADHD Solutions as he discusses a recent study from Washington University in St. Louis that reveals surprising findings about the effects of stimulant ADHD medications. The study examines how stimulant ADHD medications affect brain activity differently than previously believed. Key findings include the role of stimulants in enhancing arousal, wakefulness, and reward centers, rather than directly improving attention. The discussion also explores the implications for sleep hygiene and its connection to ADHD symptoms, and Braden talks about the necessity of sufficient sleep for children with ADHD.
Check out the study from Washington University in St. Louis here: https://medicine.washu.edu/news/stimulant-adhd-medications-work-differently-than-thought/
For more information about Braden Young check out his website at: www.empoweradhdsolutions.com For more information about Shane Thrapp check out his website at: www.creatingorderfromchaos.com
Sunday Jan 11, 2026
Sunday Jan 11, 2026
Join Shane Thrapp of Creating Order From Chaos Consulting and Braden Young of Empower ADHD Solutions for our first official episode of The DadDHD Podcast. We talk candidly about our personal histories and our fathers, our experiences as fathers with ADHD and autism, our neurodivergent kids, and why we started this podcast.Learn about effective parenting strategies for fathers, advocating for your kids at school and with family, and setting routines that work for neurodivergent children. Don’t miss our tips on using timers for smooth transitions and the importance of co-regulation.
You can find Shane Thrapp at www.creatingorderfromchaos.com, and you can find Braden Young at www.empoweradhdsolutions.com.
00:00 Introduction to The DadDHD Podcast
01:17 Personal Stories of Fatherhood
06:15 Challenges and Strategies in Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
14:47 Advocating for Neurodivergent Kids at School
26:18 Effective Routines and Transitions for Kids
33:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Saturday Dec 20, 2025
Saturday Dec 20, 2025
Welcome to The DadDHD Podcast. This is where we start.
We're Shane Thrapp and Braden Young—two certified ADHD life coaches and neurodivergent dads who are tired of parenting advice that assumes everyone has a neurotypical brain. There's a massive gap between research and what actually helps you at 3 AM when your kid won't sleep and your brain won't shut up. We're here to bridge that gap.
In this episode, we introduce ourselves, explain why this podcast exists, and lay out what you can expect. We're talking practical strategies, no misinformation, no "just try harder" BS. Just real help for dads navigating ADHD, autism, and related conditions—whether that's you, your kids, or both.
We break down what each episode will cover: research news, deep dives on parenting strategies and spousal relationships, and interviews with experts who actually know their stuff. Our goal is simple—help you understand yourself better so you can help your kids better, and stop the cycle of misunderstanding and shame.
This is for dads who need resources that don't exist yet. Let's build this together.You can check Shane out at Creating Order From ChaosAnd you can find Braden at Empower ADHD Solutions!