Discipline
Kids with ADHD are active and may seem prone to getting into trouble. While your first instinct may be to yell, raising your voice is counter productive. Instead, speak directly to yoru child in a firm, clear voice. Give a warning first. Tell him or her the right kind of behavior and the consequences of misbehaving.
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It is a question every parent asks: How do I know the difference between ADHD symptoms and simple misbehaviors? It is confusing. Suppose you walk into the living room to find your child bouncing on the sofa or running through the house like an out of control rocket. Is this hyperactivity, combined with impulsiveness? Is this simply a child…
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