How to Help a Child Concentrate at School
Children have difficulty concentrating at school for various reasons. Many children get distracted by noise, action, the presence of other children and a variety of other factors. While some children are affected by medical conditions such as attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, others simply find it hard to stay focused.
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Speak with your child and his teacher to make sure that the schoolwork is not too difficult for your child. If the work is above his personal abilities, your child will be frustrated and lose focus easily.
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Ask if the teacher will create blocks of work for your child, either based on time or sections of material. Once the block is completed, have your child be allowed to do another activity, such as draw a picture or something else that will not disrupt the rest of the class. It should be something that allows your child to take a mental break before moving on to the next section.
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Discuss with your child and his teacher where the right placement in the classroom might be for him. Some children do better right next to the teacher, and some do better when placed in the back of the class. Find a seat where he is most likely to stay focused and be less distracted by other variables, such as activity outside a window.
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Rule out other factors that may be causing distraction. Is your child hungry or thirsty throughout the day? Is he having personal issues with anyone else in the class? Discuss with your child what may be happening that is keeping him from concentrating in class.
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Speak with your child’s doctor and have a routine physical performed to rule out any illness or complications. Your doctor may also wish to perform an assessment for other conditions, such as ADD or ADHD.
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