How school support can help children with ADHD

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A new study suggests that individual assistance and a focus on self-regulation can improve school outcomes for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADHD refers to a chronic condition that includes attention deficit, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

"Kids with ADHD are of course all unique – it's a complex issue and there's no one-size-fits-all approach," said Tamsin Ford, a professor at the University of Toronto. Exeter in the UK.

"However, our research provides the best evidence to date that non-drug interventions in schools can help children reach their potential in terms of academic and other outcomes," Ford said.

For the study, published in the journal Review of Education, the team identified 28 randomized controlled trials of non-drug-related measures to help children with ADHD in schools.

They found that the success of interventions to improve children's educational outcomes is based on targeted interventions that focus on self-regulation and individual sessions.

According to the study, self-regulation is difficult for very impulsive children who have trouble attracting attention. In addition, the daily goals of the children were defined. They were controlled via a card that the child wore between home and school and between classes at school and rewards were awarded to achieve the goals.

Although research shows that medications are effective, they do not work for all children and are not acceptable for some families.

"More and better research is needed, but at the same time, schools should try daily report cards and increase children's ability to regulate their emotions.These approaches may be more effective for children with ADHD. , "Ford explains," is noted.

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