ADHD
Almost 10% of children have ADHD
Medication may not be needed if parents use healthy strategies
Children with ADHD need rules, structure, and consistency
Set realistic goals and to be patient with your expectations
Great Options
Set rules or goals - “First homework, then play time.”
Redirect - “Let’s do 10 minutes of homework, then 10 jumping jacks.”
Play, sports, martial arts
Give praise - “You built that Lego set! You can do amazing things when you put your mind to it.”
Role play - “Pretend that I am your teacher and I ask you a question. Can you raise your hand and wait for me to call your name?”
Not Recommended
Punishment
Yelling
Some Children With ADHD Have Anxieties, Learning Disabilities, Or Autism
If no improvement, ask your health care provider for an assessment
