What parents should know about interventions for ADHD
Duration: 31 mins
DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13630
Description
In this talk, Professor Daley delves into the real-life challenges parents face while raising children with ADHD. The focus is on the often-overlooked struggle of time perception difficulties, offering practical solutions like visual cues and timers to aid in understanding and managing time for children. The emphasis lies on early parenting intervention, highlighting its pivotal role in addressing ADHD-related issues. The discussion encompasses a range of evidence-based interventions, elucidating their potential to significantly impact a child's life. Additionally, insights are shared regarding the dynamic interplay between medication and behavioural strategies in ADHD management, advocating for a combined approach in certain situations. Join this informative journey to empower yourself as a parent and enhance your child's well-being.
Learning Objectives
A. To learn effective strategies for managing time perception challenges in children with ADHD
B. To understand the importance of early parenting intervention and explore evidence-based interventions for ADHD
C. To explore the benefits of a combined approach using medication and behavioural strategies in managing ADHD
