- 1). Observe your child's behavior. If your child has some of the common ADHD symptoms (e.g. poor grades, carelessness, forgetfulness, laziness and rambunctious behavior), take her for evaluation.
- 2). Visit a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist for testing. Not every therapist specializes in testing, so make sure to find someone with an ADHD testing specialty.
- 3). Visit a psychiatrist or psychologist for counseling. Psychiatrists are often preferred because successful treatment of ADHD may require medication.
- 1). Help your child follow the doctor's recommendations. Treatment for ADHD may include behavioral therapy and other behavioral modification techniques. Kids with ADHD are often resistant to disciplined help. Thus, show patience with your child and help to ease her into any new routines.
- 2). Consider medication. Although some doctors may rely too heavily on medication, certain medication may help your child's ADHD immensely. The most common ADHD medications include stimulants such as methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine, and antidepressants.
- 3). Monitor your child's progress. If he does not respond well to the medicine or behavioral techniques, consider a new doctor. Sometimes it takes quite some time to find the perfect therapeutic fit for your child.
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