Help Out The Add Child Sleep
Children with ADD/ADHD sometimes have a hard time falling asleep. They may toss and turn or they may just not be able to shut down their thoughts long enough for sleep to come. In the summer months, when outside activity is higher and the sun stays out much longer, sleep may not come until well after parents are exhausted. The following are some tips to help your child fall asleep quicker.
- Stick to your bedtime routine, even during the summer months, as much as possible. Set a specific...
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