ADHD

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition that afflicts millions of children and often continues into adulthood. ADHD includes a combination of persistent problems, such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior. Children and adults with ADHD also may struggle with low self-esteem, troubled relationships, and poor performance in school. ​

Signs

• Chronic lateness and forgetfulness
• Anxiety
• Poor organizational skills
• Low self-esteem
• Problems at work or with holding a job
• Short temper
• Difficulty finishing tasks
• Responding to things immediately and without thought; difficulty controlling behavior
• Restlessness

Treatments

• Family therapy
• Behavior therapy (BT) to teach a child how to monitor his or her behavior
• Social skills training to help adjust to social environments
• Support groups can be great for helping parents of children with ADHD connect with others who may share similar experiences and concerns.
• Parenting skill training gives you tools and techniques for understanding and managing your child's behaviors. Some techniques may include the following: immediate rewards, timeouts, stress management, togetherness, striving for success
• Medications are also available which are prescribed by doctors ​

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