ParentTip

Learn about AD/HD. The more you know, the more you can help yourself and your child. Find more resources and organizations related.
Praise your child when he or she does well. Build your child's abilities. Talk about and encourage his or her strength and talents.
Be clear, be consistent, be positive. Set clear rules for your child. Tell your child what he or she should do, not just what he shouldn't do. Be clear about what will happen if your child does not follow the rules. Have a reward program for good behavior. Praise your child when he or she shows the behavior you like.
Learn about strategies for managing your child's such as :

Using these strategies will lead to more positive behaviors. You can read about these techniques in many books.
Talk with your doctor about whether medication will help your child.
Pay attention to your child's mental heath (and your own). Be open to counseling. It can help you deal wirh the challenges of raising a child with AD/HD. It can help your child deal with frustration, feel better about himself or herself, and learn more about social skills.
Talk to other parents whose children have AD'HD. Parents can share practical advice and emotional support. Try to find out if there is parent groups near you.
Meet with the school and develop an educational plan to address your child's needs. Both you and your child's teachers should get a written copy of this plan.
Keep in touch with your child's teachers. Tell the teacher how your child is doing at home. Ask how your child is doing in school. Offer support.