Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be treated with a variety of options, including medications and different types of therapy interventions. When a child is diagnosed with ADHD, it is usually because the child experiences a great amount of difficulty in school, at home, and with friends. Multiple ADHD treatments may be prescribed to help these children succeed.
After a thorough evaluation, different specialists may prescribe a number of treatment options for your child. These may include:
- medications
- individual psychotherapy
- family therapy
- educational interventions, including special education accommodations
- social skills training groups with other children
- parent training and home interventions
While medication is appropriate for some children with ADHD, addiction specialist Dr. Mike Dow says there are several non-drug treatments that can be just as effective. To learn about natural treatments for ADHD, watch the video.
The most important thing is to cast the treatment program so that it isn't about changing who your child is but rather helps her achieve the goals that she really wants to achieve. In this way, you are not working against your child but are offering your time and energy to help her get what she wants.

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