Would your husband be willing to read a book.? The book "All About Attention Deficit Disorder" by Thomas Phelan, Ph..D. does a good job of explaining ADHD and the kind of discipline to use with children who have ADHD. He is also the author of "1, 2, 3 Magic", a book on discipline. I believe there is also a video or audio book version of the book. It is difficult if he is not willing to learn. Perhaps a visit to the website www.CHADD.org. There are fact sheets that counter the myths of ADHD. Maybe he would be willing to accompany you to your child's physician who can explain some of this to him.

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My husband is quite the same. I've bought all the books, he reads 10 pages & calls it done. Sometimes it's like parenting two ten year olds!

Give me strength!

Jessica

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Would he listen to some CDs or go to a website? I would definitely recommend looking at the website www.CelebrateCalm.com It is for families with kids (and parents) who have ADHD. You can also sign up to receive e-mail newsletters which are very helpful in dealing with ADHD issues at home and at school. It is run by a gentleman named Kirk Martin who himself has ADHD as does his son. He definitely knows how to deal with the issues. He has some wonderful CDs that if you could get your husband to listen to (and you and your kids), he will come away with a better understanding of himself and his child with ADHD. Kirk also holds seminars, parenting classes, classes for schools and teachers, all over the country. Check out his website, or even send him an e-mail. It has made a big difference in our house. Good luck.

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"driven to distraction" is also a good read--

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I cannot just put all off on my husband. Although he is very much like the husbands discribed here, I must admit I do not always have the amount of patience needed to deal with my 14 year old son, who has ADD. He is a freshman now and we have been trying to deal with this since he started school. He is my baby, and I would never give up on him, but man...some days. He has began acting out at home, mainly breaking things in his room when he gets upset (usually do to him not turning in work, his room, acting out in class, being disrespectful to adults, etc.). I have tried to teach him (my son) about "cause and affect."

We have tried medication, we have yet to find one that works and/or does not make him sick. We have tried the diet thing. My husband is on board one day and the minute he gets upset with our son, then ADD is just an excuse for his behavior and lack of performance at school. I am at my wits end. Please someone give me some enlightenment here!!!!!!

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