How to deal with a child that has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder)

ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactive disorder is characterized by persistent pattern of inattention, hyperactive and impulsive behavior that occurs before the age of 7 and is it most common in boys. These are the common etiological factors associated with such disorder: neurologic impairment of the child, Pre-natal trauma (trauma before pregnancy), early malnutrition and use of drugs by the mother during pregnancy.

You will know if your child has such disorder when your child is having difficulty remaining seated, he/she gets easily distracted by extraneous stimuli, when you’re talking to someone on the phone or personally and your child suddenly interrupts and intrudes on others or seeks for your attention, when your child exhibits hyperactivity,
indulge in destructive behavior, and when your child talks excessively. When you have observed such behavior with your child and having difficulty about it, here are ways which can help you to deal with your child’s disorder.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Since your child is hyperactive and impulsive, he/she is at risk for injury; therefore safety is the first priority need.

2. Consult a pediatrician. Once your child is diagnosed with the disorder, the doctor may prescribe medicines that will decrease the signs and symptoms of it.

3. Limit foods that contain ingredients which may cause hyperactivity such as chocolate, sweet candies and soda. Too much carbohydrate containing food causes hyperactivity so you have to know which foods have high content of carbohydrates. Do not deprive just limit.

4. Provision of adequate nutrition is the second priority need of the child. Vitamins and minerals rich food are of good choice.

5. Provide adequate hydration because a hyperactive child easily sweats.

6. Close observation of your child.