Mother helping not their son

But as a parent you can help your child overcome daily challenges, channel their energy into positive arenas, and bring greater calm to your family. Children with ADHD generally have deficits in executive function : the ability to think and plan ahead, organize, control impulses, and complete tasks. That means you need to take over as the executive, providing extra guidance while your child gradually acquires executive skills of their own. If you keep in mind that having ADHD is just as frustrating for your child, it will be a lot easier to respond in positive, supportive ways. With patience, compassion, and plenty of support, you can manage childhood ADHD while enjoying a stable, happy home. Children with ADHD exhibit a slew of behaviors that can disrupt family life.