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You are at the end of your tether. Your child moves constantly, doesn’t follow any instructions, has tantrums, and every day feels like a battle. You feel guilty for finding them exhausting. This feeling is common and legitimate. Here is how to see things more clearly and find help. Asking for help is a strength, not an admission of failure.
Finding your child exhausting does not make you a bad parent. Some children require much more energy than others. You have the right to be tired and to say so.
Recognising your tiredness is the first step towards asking for help.
To go further, read our article Accepting Your Child’s ADHD Diagnosis.
A child who is very restless, impulsive, who never seems to listen and often has tantrums may have ADHD. But other causes are possible: tiredness, anxiety, family difficulties, another disorder. Only an assessment can help you understand the situation.
We explain this point in more detail in My Child Can’t Sit Still.
ADHD is not caused by upbringing. Parents of children with ADHD often make far more effort than others, with fewer results. Your efforts deserve to be recognised.
This topic is covered in our page The Causes of ADHD.
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Speak to your GP. They can assess the situation, look for possible causes and refer you to a specialist if needed. Note down your observations to prepare for the appointment.
You will find more details in the article Who to Consult for ADHD.
Parent training programmes give parents practical tools to manage everyday life better: clear rules, praise, handling tantrums. These programmes often restore parents’ confidence.
They are recommended by the HAS (Haute Autorité de Santé) as part of ADHD support.
Our article Parent Training and ADHD complements this advice.
Share the tasks, take breaks, leave your child with a relative from time to time. Your energy is a precious resource. A rested parent is more patient.
To find out more, see Parent with ADHD: Helping Your Child.
Associations offer support groups, information and support. Talking with other parents helps a great deal. You are not alone in this situation.
The article ADHD Associations looks at this question in detail.
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Yes, some children require much more energy than others. Your tiredness is legitimate.
It could be, but other causes are possible. It is not your fault.
From your GP, parent training programmes and associations. Parent training helps.
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