Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) impacts a person’s ability to focus on work or a project in order to get things done. Instead, a person with ADHD’s attention is divided, resulting in many people feeling like they’re just spinning their wheels.
The other month we looked at unsuccessful strategies for adults with ADHD.
This month experts reveal fruitless tactics for kids with ADHD. Some of these approaches aren’t just ineffective; they can exacerbate symptoms or impede progress.
Whether you’re a parent, loved one or teacher of a child with ADHD, here’s what doesn’t work — and a few tips that do.
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Hey Margarita,
Thanks for your article. I wrote an article on ADHD called “ADHD is A Super Power” I would love if you read it
The bit about executive function was vague. The link to the “extensive” article was a disapointment, in that I did not find it very extensive. I don’t see how knowing my executive function is impaired helps me. Yes, my executive function is impaired, but what do I do with that information?
Wonderful article that fits both my 4-yr old & my grandson who also are both Aspergers. Both need to fidget & get physical activity to do well. Grandson definitely seems exhausted sometimes from trying so hard but he just cannot remember things & has auditory processing disorder so he gets instructions confused in the process of hearing them & writing or implementing them. Some of it just gets lost & he & his Mom get frustrated when trying to resolve the problem. He is a great kid (a senior) but we’re concerned about how he will make it in life without all the help & support he is used to.
Anyhow, great advice! And its right on target! Thanks