ADHDEFG August 2024

Welcome to ADHDEFG, a monthly magazine created with you in mind. A treasure of practical, playful and engaging activities for everyone on the spectrum ADHDEFG magazine offers strategies and ideas to enrich the lives of children through meaningful activity. Whether you're a kid, a teen, or an adult, we've got you covered with brain-boosting games, puzzles, and creative projects that are sure to keep you engaged and entertained. And although it often feels hard to keep up with everything going around, there is also some good news. Sometimes, the things that feel like big problems today turn out to be Superpowers in the Future. Thank you for being a part of ADHDEFG. We are here for you, and we can't wait to see what amazing things you'll achieve.…

INTRODUCTION Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, often have difficulty paying attention, sitting still, and/or acting impulsively. They can have trouble learning, getting along with their peers, and behaving appropriately at school or home. These challenges can impact children's self-esteem and increase the likelihood they develop depression, anxiety, and/or disruptive behavior symptoms. Working with your child's primary care team can help you get ADHD symptoms under control. The most effective interventions for managing ADHD symptoms in children and teens typically involve a combination of medication, behavioral techniques, and educational strategies. For children below age 6, experts usually recommend starting with behavioral interventions. In this guide, we focus on strengthening behavioral and educational skills by: 1) teaching parents how to increase structure at home and help with schoolwork; and 2) improving…

How to Solve Problems This skill teaches your child to brainstorm different ways of solving a problem and, before taking action, evaluate which solutions are most likely to lead to success. How to Remember What I Need To Do This technique helps your child keep track of important information, such as deadlines for school assignments. How to Get Things Done This skill teaches your child to plan ahead in order to start and complete tasks without getting sidetracked, such as doing homework assignments or chores. How to Organize My Stuff This strategy helps your child establish organizational systems, such as organizing their bedroom, backpack, or scboolwork. How to Manage My Time These worksheets support your child in creating schedules, staying on task, and meeting deadlines. How to Feel Good About…

WHAT ARE HOUSEHOLD RULES AND STRUCTURE? Household Rules and Structure are strategies families use to organize their daily lives, create consistent routines, and set clear expectations at home. Applying rules and structure at home helps children complete everyday tasks, such as sticking to a schedule, following family rules, getting ready for school or bedtime, and completing homework and chores. This helps with children's working memory, organization, and planning skills, which can be especially useful for children with ADHD. This can make life easier and happier for the whole family. Try some of the methods below to increase rules and structure at home and see how they work for your family. HERE'S HOW TO USE RULES AND STRUCTURE AT HOME 1 Stay Organized. Help your child organize their physical spaces by…

HOW CAN HOUSEHOLD RULES AND STRUCTURE HELP MY FAMILY? Children with ADHD can find it hard to control their attention, energy level, and/or desire to act on their urges. This can make it difficult to behave appropriately or get things done. Children with ADHD often respond more positively to environments that are structured (i.e., organized and predictable). Families who use consistent rules and structure at home often find that their children are better able to follow directions, stick to routines, and get along with others. Caregivers also frequently notice that as their children's skills and independence increase, they all feel less frustrated. When there are clear guidelines for behavior and regular household routines, children are better able to do things on their own. This leads to fewer arguments and can…

WHAT IS HOMEWORK HELP? Many families say that their children do not like doing homework. Homework can be extra challenging for children with ADHD, because they often have difficulty paying attention, sitting still, doing tasks they dislike, and/or managing negative feelings. Homework Help is a set of strategies parents can use to make homework time easier for the whole family. It includes tips for increasing organization, creating homework routines, providing support and supervision, and breaking assignments down into smaller steps. In combination with the other skills in this guide, Homework Help techniques can help you support your child and make homework time less frustrating and more productive. HERE'S HOW TO PROVIDE HOMEWORK HELP AT HOME 1 Use organizational tools to keep track of assignments, projects, and tests. a Help your…