Move It or Pause It
Mastering Impulse Control for Tweens and Teens with ADHD
💻 Event Details
📅 Tuesday, May 5th | ⏰ 5:30 PM CST
💻 Online via Zoom | 💸 FREE for all Middle and High School Students
🔗 RSVP to get a Zoom link
Why We Struggle with Impulse Control (And Why It’s Not Your Fault)
If you’ve ever:
Interrupted because you thought you’d forget what you wanted to say
Said something and instantly wished you hadn’t
Felt like your brain moves faster than your ability to stop it
Been told to “just think before you act”
You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong.
This session explains how ADHD affects impulse control in teens and what you can do about it.
What Tweens and Teens Will Learn About Impulse Control and ADHD
This interactive ADHD teen event will teach:
Why your brain sends an “urgency signal”
How movement and impulsivity are connected
What’s happening between the urge → pause → action
How to strengthen executive function skills in real time
Practical ADHD Impulse Control Strategies for Tweens and Teens
Participants won’t just listen—they’ll actively practice tools they can use right away:
How to pause without losing your thought
What to do instead of interrupting
How to manage restlessness and the need to move
Strategies that work in school, at home, and with friends
ADHD Skills: Build Control Without Losing Your Personality
This isn’t about stopping behavior. It’s about replacing it with something that works better. Because ADHD doesn’t mean no control — it means learning the right tools for your brain.
Participants will leave with simple, realistic strategies to manage impulsivity while still being themselves.
Interactive ADHD Support (Not a Lecture)
This ADHD teen support event is designed to keep you engaged:
Live interaction using chat and reactions
Real-life scenarios teens actually deal with
No pressure to talk—participation options for everyone
A supportive, judgment-free environment
Who This ADHD Event Is For
Middle school and high school students
Tweens and teens with ADHD, executive function challenges, or impulsivity
Tweens and teens who want better control in conversations and daily life
Parents are welcome to attend if their child prefers
No diagnosis required. Just bring your curious brain.
What to Bring to This ADHD Teen Workshop
Paper or a notebook (you’ll use it during the session)
Something to write with
Your real-life experiences (sharing is optional)
Register for This ADHD Teen Impulse Control Event
Join us for a highly requested session focused on impulse control strategies for teens with ADHD—and leave with tools you can use immediately.
Presented by Pediatric ADHD Experts
ADHDKCTeen is led by two pediatricians dedicated to helping teens understand ADHD and build practical, real-world skills.
About the speakers
Dr. Kristen Stuppy
Dr. Kristen Stuppy is a pediatrician in Overland Park with more than 25 years of experience caring for kids and navigating neurodiversity, both in clinic and at home. She’s passionate about helping children and parents understand ADHD and learn practical ways to manage symptoms. While she prescribes medication when appropriate, she also recognizes that many families face real barriers to therapy or coaching. By leading ADHDKC’s monthly teen events, she creates an accessible, welcoming space where middle and high schoolers can build skills, gain confidence, and feel supported as they grow.
Dr. Jennifer Dilts
Dr. Jennifer Dilts is a pediatrician with a love for blending science, curiosity, and whole‑child care. After earning her biology degree from Wake Forest University, she completed her D.O. and MHA at A.T. Still University and her pediatric residency at Riley Hospital for Children. She spent over a decade in general pediatrics before expanding her expertise into headache medicine and medical acupuncture, earning board certifications in both. Dr. Dilts has also completed advanced training in ADHD, anxiety, depression, pediatric hypnosis, and medical education. Along the way, she has served as a principal investigator in multiple clinical headache trials. Her work reflects a commitment to thoughtful, integrative care that helps kids feel better, function better, and thrive.
Important Information
This session is presented by a licensed physician and is intended to provide general information, guidance, and support around ADHD-related topics. While we’ll cover helpful strategies and leave time for questions and discussion, please keep in mind that this presentation is not a substitute for personalized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
All participants must agree to CHADD’s Participation Agreement before attending:
If you have specific concerns about your own situation or that of a loved one, we encourage you to follow up with your healthcare provider or a qualified mental health professional.
We also ask that everyone respect the privacy of others and help us maintain a supportive, inclusive space for open dialogue.
Looking for more?
Visit our main Event Page to see all that ADHDKC is planning for the next few months and get access to the CHADD National Event Calendar.