What can be done about children with ADHD?
Dr. Choi Wing-yi, a psychiatrist, explains the treatment methods and effectiveness of ADHD.and some that can supportADHDA child's method.
ADHD treatments are divided into two main categories:
The first category is drug treatment:
Central nervous system stimulant,Non-central nervous system stimulantsCentral nervous system stimulant medications can also be divided into long-acting or short-acting.
Seven to eight out of ten children show good improvement after receiving medication.such as improved concentration,Impulse control,Reduce excessive activitythereby enhancing learning motivation and efficiency, improving interpersonal relationships, and reducing uncooperative and violent behaviour.
The second category is behavioural therapy:
- You can create a behaviour plan with children and use rewards to encourage them.
- Working with familyImprove parental discipline skills
Other ways to support children with ADHD:
You can provide them with counselling or training.focusing particularly on their emotional managementsocial skills, etc. Parents or schools can also set short-term and long-term treatment goals for children and choose suitable training for them.
