Still, some parents do refuse to medicate their children. For these parents, behavior modification, educational support, and psychosocial treatments are preferred treatment options. There is a large amount of evidence showing that behavior modification therapy is effective for ADHD. Some skills a child may learn in behavioral therapy include time management, goal setting, and practicing new skills. Parents may also participate in education and support groups, learning how to parent their child more effectively and reduce unwanted behaviors. Social skills groups are another alternative to ADHD medication that can help to reduce some ADHD symptoms in children.
The most common treatment for ADHD is a combination of medication and behavioral therapy. Behavioral therapy includes behavior modification, family or individual therapy, and social and educational support. While medication and behavioral therapy do work on their own, like Batman and Robin they work better as a team.
But we know that medications, especially for your children can be as scary as asking your crush to dance in middle school, so talk to your doctor. He can tell you about all of your options, the side effects your child might experience, and more.
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