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When a child has ADHD, their brothers and sisters are affected too: arguments, outbursts, very busy parents, different rules. They may feel anger, jealousy or worry. Here is how to protect family balance. Every child in the family needs to find their place.
They sometimes have to put up with outbursts, conflict and restlessness. They may feel less noticed, as the child with ADHD takes up a great deal of their parents’ attention. These feelings are normal and deserve to be heard.
To go further, read our article Mon enfant est épuisant.
Explain ADHD to them using words suited to their age. Understanding that their brother does not do it on purpose changes how they see things. They will better understand the different rules.
We go into this point in Expliquer le TDAH à son enfant.
The rules or support may seem different. Explain that everyone gets what they need, and that fairness is not the same as equality. This idea can be explained simply, even to a young child.
This topic is covered in our page TDAH et règles à la maison.
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Set aside one-to-one time with each child. Everyone needs to feel important. These moments also strengthen the bond with the child with ADHD.
You will find more details in the article TDAH et sorties en famille.
Squabbles are normal between brothers and sisters, but they can be more frequent with an impulsive child. Set clear rules and protect each child. Everyone needs to feel safe at home.
Our article TDAH et impulsivité builds on these tips.
Brothers and sisters can help now and then, but they should not become responsible for the child with ADHD. Thank them when they help, without making it an obligation.
To find out more, see Comment aider un enfant TDAH.
As ADHD has a strong genetic component, a brother or sister may also be affected. Stay attentive without seeing ADHD everywhere. An assessment may be considered if the signs are significant.
The article TDAH : est-ce héréditaire covers this question in detail.
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Brothers and sisters may have to put up with outbursts and feel less noticed. Brothers and sisters are affected.
Yes, using words suited to their age. Explain ADHD.
Yes, the risk is higher among siblings. Time for each child.
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