The Different Approaches to ADHD Treatment

Submitted by Judy Hanning on Mon, 2016-02-22 16:02

There are a number of treatments for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). Medication and therapy will not make all the symptoms disappear, but they can definitely help cope with these symptoms and make life just a little bit easier. And through collaboration between the child, their parents, and specialized therapists, it is possible for anyone with ADHD to live a productive life.

In this video, clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Williams explains the different types of approaches available to treat ADHD. It is imperative identify the problematic symptoms and decrease difficult behaviors, while reinforcing positive ones. In every case, the partnership between every adult in the child's life -- parents and teachers alike -- is extremely important in behavior management.

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"Understanding the treatments, and understanding your child, and utilizing these medications or behavioral modifications can definitely impact more positive success for your child and family."

Key Takeaways:

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There's a partnership between the child, the parents, and teachers to constantly monitor behavior changes.
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Behavior management and medications are most useful.
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Behavior protocols design ways to decrease difficult behaviors and provide reinforcers when a child is on track.