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The home is where the child with ADHD spends the most time, and where parents can help a great deal. Without becoming therapists, they can adapt daily life to reduce tension. Here are the main levers. A few regular adjustments can calm daily life considerably.
Regular routines for the morning, homework, meals and bedtime provide a reassuring framework. Display them as a list or with pictures. Routines reduce arguments and forgetfulness.
We explain this point in more detail in ADHD and routines.
A few clear rules, phrased positively, are better than a long list of prohibitions. They should be applied consistently by all adults. Consistency between adults reassures the child.
This topic is covered in our page ADHD and house rules.
Notice and praise positive behaviour, even small things. The child with ADHD receives a lot of criticism: they need encouragement. This encouragement nourishes their confidence.
You will find more details in the article ADHD and reward systems.
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Get their attention, give one instruction at a time, short and precise, and check that they have understood it. Long-winded instructions are rarely followed.
Our article My child doesn’t listen expands on this advice.
Sufficient, regular sleep helps regulate attention and emotions. Limit screen time in the evening. A calming bedtime routine helps them fall asleep.
To find out more, see ADHD and sleep.
Plan time every day for letting off steam: sport, outdoor play, cycling. Movement helps the child to settle afterwards. These moments are also times of shared enjoyment.
The article ADHD and sport looks at this question in detail.
Supporting a child with ADHD takes a great deal of energy. Parent guidance and the support of other parents can help you. Taking time for yourself is also a way of helping your child.
This point is explained step by step in Parent guidance and ADHD.
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With clear routines, simple rules, encouragement and effective instructions. Clear routines.
Yes, it helps regulate attention and emotions. Regular encouragement.
Yes, movement helps them settle afterwards. Good sleep.
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