Some steps that are often helpful in managing a child with an ADHD Diagnosis include:
1) Work with the child to create a plan
2) Maintain a regular schedule
3) Build a support team that includes parents, teachers, instructors, and coaches
4) Encourage participation in after-school activities
5) Manage ADHD for the long-term
6) Ease the strain of ADHD
7) Recognize EVERY win
8) Invest the time to teach your child
9) Evaluate their personal strengths and weaknesses
10) Understand the challenges of ADHD
The list above does not substitute for an actual diagnosis. Contact Young Minds Psychiatry for a thorough examination and diagnosis. We have clinics in three convenient locations: Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Marietta!