How to support your child?
There are many things you can do to help a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) overcome their challenges.
Looking after a child with ADHD can be challenging, but it’s important to remember that they cannot help their behaviour.
What you can do to support your child with ADHD
1. Be understanding. Remember your child cannot help having ADHD, so try not to get angry or frustrated with them because of it. …
2. Give simple instructions. …
3. Set clear boundaries. …
4. Involve the family. …
5. Build healthy routines. …
6. Help with organisation. …
7. Praise your child. …
8. Manage triggers.
Here are 5 behavioral strategies to help manage your child’s ADHD:
1. Give praise and rewards when rules are followed. …
2. Give clear, effective directions or commands. …
3. Establish healthy habits. …
4. Develop routines around homework and chores. …
5. Help your child build relationships, strong social skills and maintain friendships.