The following is a list of 18 behavioral techniques for ADHD and managing behavior problems for adhd children from a book by Dr. Domeena Renshaw entitled The Hyperactive Child.
1. Be consistent in rules and discipline. Make sure to establish a routine and always be firm and consistent in enforcing discipline, this will mean your child will respect boundaries.
2. Whilst you should keep your anger in check and not explode at your child for some infraction, you should realize that anger is normal and indeed healthy , do not feel guilty because you feel exasperated at your child.
3. Try to keep your emotions cool by bracing for expected turmoil. Recognize and respond to any positive behavior, however small. If you search for good things, you will find them.
4. Don0t take a pessimistic view, try and remain positive and optimistic at all times.
5. Make a distinction between your child0s behavior, and your child as a person. This will prevent anger and resentment from arising, when you appreciate that the conduct stems from the child0s ADHD and is not done to annoy you.
6. Make sure to establish and maintain a clearly set out routine, setting out times for different activities, follow it as […]

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