My Child Doesn't Listen! And More Frustrating ADHD Discipline Problems
Your child is funny, charming, and spontaneous — but sometimes, the traits that make you love them so much conspire to drive you (and everyone else) up the wall. Here, Dr. Peter Jaska shares solutions to five of the most common behavior problems for impulsive kids with ADHD, including overreacting, lying, and not listening.
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Ok. Though many of us also have ADHD so this point:
“If you want your child to respect the rules, enforce them consistently. That means not “forgetting about” the rules … If you bluff or make empty threats, you’re sacrificing your credibility and weakening your authority as a parent.”
Is a difficult one that can cause guilt for ADHD parents. What are some productive and realistic suggestions for those of us who also have ADHD and can be forgetful, also have difficulty with routines, and lead extremely busy lives?