What not to do with a child with ADHD?
Adrienne Kunde
2025-06-27 21:51:39
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Children with ADHD often receive and expect criticism more than other children. This can affect their self-esteem. You might have to look for good behavior, but you should praise good behavior at least five times more often than you criticize bad behavior. Give brief, simple steps and short commands that get to the point rather than multiple directions or wordy statements and questions. Ensure your child is getting enough sleep, eating a well-balanced diet consisting of three meals, a snack and adequate fluids daily, and has an outlet for some form of daily exercise.
Kyra Brekke
2025-06-20 08:49:28
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Don't try to work on everything at once.
Start small.
Pick one thing to focus on.
Correcting their behavior is best done in a way that's encouraging and supportive rather than punishing.
Don't over-praise, but do comment when your child does something good.
Don't shy away from talking with your child about ADHD.
Don't change the dose without checking with your doctor.
Kids with ADHD might be sensitive to criticism.
Focus more energy on teaching your child what to do, rather than reacting to what not to do.
Set clear expectations, but do it in a way that is encouraging and supportive.
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