Interventions For Adhd

INTERVENTIONS FOR ADHD
PHARMACOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS
BEHAVIORAL BASED PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVENTION
PHYSICAL EXERCISE
PHARMACOLOGICAL INTERVENTION
• STIMULANTS
• NON-STIMULANTS
BEHAVIORAL BASED PSYCHOSOCIAL
INTERVENTION
• Behavioral Therapy, also known as behavior modification.
- Involves reinforcing desired behaviors through: rewards and praise.
Example: A teacher gives reward for taking small steps to raising a hand before
talking in class.
PARENT’S MANAGEMENT
• As a parent, you cant set up a • Patience is key, ADD/ADHD are
customized behavioral modification notoriously variable in their
for your child who has ADD/ADHD symptoms
with the help of a behavioral
specialist.
ADHD Strategies for Parents
Parents should: Parents shouldn’t:

• Be informed about ADHD and how • Don’t lash out.
it affects your child.
• Don’t be negative
• Be upfront about your child’s
ADHD • Don’t let your child or the disorder
take control.
• Help provide structure at home for
your child.
• Create at effective rewards
system at home.
• Seek out professional help
SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING
• Kids with ADD/ADHD often have difficulty with simple interactions and
struggle with low self esteem, another type of treatment that can help is
social skills training.
• Normally conducted in a group setting, a therapist demonstrates appropriate
behaviors then have the child repeat it in practice.
• Social skills training teaches ADD/ADHD children to “read” others reactions.
• Then work this into transferring it to the real world.
ADHD AND SCHOOL
Developing an Individualized Education Program
(IEP)
An IEP is a free service that outlines unique accommodations to help
your child with ADHD reach set goals in the classroom. For example, an
IEP might include:
• Extra time for your child to spend on quizzes and tests.
• Learning plan tailored to their specific needs.
• Relocation to a classroom environment with fewer distractions.
Managing distractibility
Helping kids who distract easily involves physical
placement, increased movement, and breaking long
stretches of work into shorter chunks.
• Seat the child with ADHD away from doors and
windows.
• Alternate seated activities with those that allow the
child to move their body around the room. Whenever
possible, incorporate physical movement into
lessons.
• Divide big assignments into smaller ones, and allow
children frequent breaks.
Managing fidgeting and hyperactivity
• Ask children with ADHD to run an errand or
complete a task for you, even if it just means walking
across the room to sharpen pencils or put dishes
away.
• Provide a stress ball, small toy, or another object
for the child to squeeze or play with discreetly at their
seat.
• Encourage a child with ADHD to play a sport—or
at least run around before and after school—and
make sure the child never misses recess or P.E.
ADHD AND PHYSICAL
EXERCISE
HOW DOES EXERCISE AFFECT ADHD?
1. Promotes Dopamine release

- As such, staying physically active may be
especially important for those with ADHD, as it
can have effects similar to those of stimulant
medications.
2. Improves Impulse control and Reduce
Compulsive behavior.
3. CAN IMPROVE EXECUTIVE FUNCTION
(MENTAL EXERCISE)
- Executive functions are a group of skills
controlled by the frontal lobe of the brain These
include tasks such as:
• paying attention
• managing time
• organizing and planning
• multitasking
• recalling details
CAN IMPROVE EXECUTIVE FUNCTION
(MENTAL EXERCISE)
Activities include:
• sudoku
• crosswords
• jigsaw puzzles
• playing cards
The Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) recommends that children ages
6 and older get at least 1 hour of physical activity
each day to maintain a healthy weight and promote
proper development. These guidelines apply to
youth with ADHD as well.
Some examples of how a child can get 60 minutes
of physical activity per day include:
Some examples of how a child can get 60
minutes of physical activity per day include:
• going for a bike ride with family
• playing basketball, soccer, baseball, tennis,
hockey, or other sports
• playing a game of hide and seek with friends
• jumping rope or playing hopscotch
• going for a hike or scenic walk with family
• following an exercise video or participating in
group exercise for kids
Visual cues—like colored squares
for foursquare—can help students
with ADHD.
Wobble cushions - come in various
shapes and sizes. A round cushion
can be used to sit or stand on. When
inflated firmly they can be very
unstable and very challenging to
keep balance on.
REMEMBER!
1. Consistency is the key – Children with ADD/ADHD are more likely to succeed in completing
tasks when the tasks occur in predictable patterns and in predictable places.
2. Follow a routine – Establish simple and predictable rituals for meals, homework, play and
bed.
3. Create a quiet place – Make sure your child has a quiet, private space of his or her own.
4. Set an example for good organization – Set up your home in an organized way.

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