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How do you displine adhd children? and to approach them to talk to them to solve a problem? when they are in the wrong......

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Thoughtfully: Parents have to be careful to avoid assuming that a child with adhd who disobeys is always disobeying willfully (even if the child has odd). Many incorrectly believe that adhd children just need more discipline. These children have difficulty self-monitoring and need help via reminders and repetition. The best discipline involves explanation and rational discussion. Lots of patience is needed.

Answered 10/15/2016

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Dr. Glen Elliott answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Patieny persistence: There are a number of books available that descrbied how important positive parenting is for working with children wtih adhd (see any of the books for parents by russell barkley, e.g. Children with adhd will respond to consistent, persistent structure and expectations, but it takes time and may require some innovation to find what motivates them. Check out chadd.Org for parenting books.

Answered 4/11/2016

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Adhd: Are limits, provide structure, be consistent, be gentle but firm, build on their strengths instead of magnifying weaknesses.

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