Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder in the neurological and behavioral development of a child. Children with this diagnosis are called “difficult”. Parents, caregivers and teachers cannot cope with them, because it seems to them that the child does not want to listen and do anything. However, such children are often gifted, you just need to direct their energy in the right direction. And it will be necessary to change not only the child, but also his parents.
Instructions
Step 1
Don't blame yourself or your child for their behavior.
It is not your fault that you have a "difficult" child, you give him a good upbringing. The child, in turn, is not to blame that he is. Even if he wants to focus on what is asked of him and sit quietly, he simply cannot do it. He needs to move, to sort out something in his hands, to replace one thing with another. Remember that your child is not abnormal, he is special. To understand a hyperactive child, you need to pay more attention to him and study with him.
Step 2
Stay calm in all situations
A hyperactive child cannot sit still and creates chaos throughout the apartment. He constantly breaks something, throws objects on the floor, tears books, etc. Of course, every toddler can do this, but a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder does it much more often and on a larger scale. The main thing here is not to break off and not shout at the child or, even worse, apply physical punishment.
Step 3
Be strict but kind parents
Try to say "no", "no", "no" as rarely as possible. If there is a prohibition on any action, then the rest of the family should also deny the child this. Extend your prohibitions to behavioral deviations: behave calmly in public places, do not take toys from other children and do not beat them. Teach your child to properly communicate with others and to contain negative emotions.
Step 4
Create a supportive family environment
Avoid conflict situations between family members, communicate more with the child and connect him to the conversation. If possible, allocate a separate room for the child without a computer, telephone, TV, so that they do not interfere with his studies and do not distract him from classes. Introduce a strict daily routine that should be followed not only by the hyperactive child, but also by the parents. Instead of watching TV at night, play family board games with your child to focus attention.
Step 5
Get to know your child in the game
Keep track of what role he likes to play, how he behaves in different situations. It is important to achieve a trusting relationship with the child, to become his best friend. Find out his opinion and desires.
Step 6
Give your child tasks
First, you can tidy up his room together, wash the floors, dishes, etc., and then introduce these actions into his duties. Assignments should not exceed his abilities. Draw a colorful work schedule and make sure everything is done to the end. If the “difficult” child refuses to continue, give him a break and then gently ask him to finish what he started. If he does not want to complete the case later, then give punishment, for example, to sit in a chair for 10 minutes or wash the dishes. Remember to encourage and praise your child.
