Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition.  How to help your child with ADHD be successful in school

Introduction

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may have difficulty in school because their symptoms—inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity—get in the way of learning.

Success in school is important for the development of healthy self-esteem and confidence.

Key points

You can help your child succeed in school by:

  • Working with teachers and other school personnel.
  • Educating yourself about ADHD.
  • Helping your child control his or her symptoms.

What? - What is the medical information or key concepts related to the action? What can help your child be successful in school?
Why? - Why the action is important? Why should you help your child be successful in school?
How? - Learn the steps involved in taking action. How to help your child be successful in school
Where? - Other resources and organizations that can help you take action Where to go from here

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Author: Carrie Henley
Sabra L. Katz-Wise
Last Updated: August 31, 2006
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics
Mina Dulcan, MD - Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Thomas Emmett Francoeur, MDCM, CSPQ, FRCPC - Pediatrics

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