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As ADHD is a lasting condition, many parents wonder how long support will continue. There is no fixed duration: the support changes with the child’s age and needs. Here are the key points. Knowing what to expect helps you plan over the long term.
ADHD generally requires follow-up over several years, at least throughout childhood and adolescence. This follow-up may be more or less frequent depending on the stage. There are calmer periods and others where more intensive support is helpful.
This point is explained step by step in Peut-on guérir du TDAH.
Parent guidance programmes often last a few months, with around ten sessions. The skills learnt are then used in everyday life. Refresher sessions can be offered if needed.
To go further, read our article Guidance parentale et TDAH.
A TCC usually lasts a few months, with specific goals. It can be resumed later if new difficulties arise. The goals are set at the start and assessed regularly.
We cover this in detail in TCC et TDAH.
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Treatment is reviewed regularly. Treatment breaks can be discussed with the doctor to check that it is still useful. The decision is always made together with the doctor.
This topic is covered in our page Traitement médicamenteux du TDAH : les questions des parents.
They support the child throughout their schooling and are adapted to each stage: primary school, secondary school, sixth form, higher education. Remember to pass on information at each change of school.
You will find more details in the article Les aménagements scolaires pour le TDAH.
The move to adult medical care is an important step. It should be prepared to avoid a break in follow-up. The doctor can arrange a handover to a colleague who treats adults.
Our article Prise en charge du TDAH chez l’adulte expands on this advice.
Priorities change: behaviour in young children, organisation at secondary school, independence and career guidance in adolescence. Support follows these changes. Regular follow-up makes it possible to adjust support at each stage.
To explore further, see Après le diagnostic du TDAH : les étapes.
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Often several years, with follow-up adapted to each period. Follow-up often lasts for years.
It is reviewed regularly with the doctor. It changes with age.
The move to adult medical care should be prepared. The transition to adulthood is planned in advance.
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