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Construct Positive Behaviors
There are many ways to address difficult behaviors. Although we are
unable to prove that any one techniques is the best, the healthy way is
always the better way. The following guide is for parents, teachers or
anyone that is lucky enough to touch a child's life.  
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Child
has a very hard time keeping his attention focused and doesn't
listen well. When given a directions for a task he/she forgets parts
of it. |
- Make a list of instructions
- Limit directions to 1 item at a time
- Make sure you have eye contact
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| Child acts on his/her
impulses with no remorse for the consequences. |
- Be ready for problems to occur
- Eliminate distractive elements
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| Child constantly
breaks the rules and argues with adults. |
- Make sure child understands the rules
- Let child be a part of setting the rules
- Let child be a part of setting the consequences for breaking
the rules
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| Child is forgetful
and disorganized |
- Teach child to make lists
- Use reminder notes
- label possessions
- Teach organizational skills
- Demonstrate good cleaning skills by example
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Child
has difficulty with planning and looking into the future. |
- Set up an agenda
- Let child help when planning a shopping trip.
- Set a day plan for child to follow
- Let child when planning a trip
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| Child has difficult
behaviors and discipline has become a tricky task |
- Use positive redirection
- child needs to have logical consequences
- Give rewards for positive behavior
- Try charting behaviors
- Try to not struggle with negative behaviors
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| Child tends get
frustrated easily. He/She gets increasingly irritable and/or cries
with very little provocation |
- Give child time to solve the problem
- Take the time to listen
- Teach the child possible ways of controlling anger
- Support child's interest even if they are not of interest to
you
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| Child argues and you
find your self in a battle of wills. Child talks back and is
disrespectful |
- Pick your battles leave the small details to work them selves
out
- When conflict get heavy walk away this will teach angry
management
- Make appropriate consequences
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| Child gets bored
quickly and easily causing a disinterest. |
- Get involved in child's interest encourage pursuit
- Help child find a hobby that holds their attention
- Plan special trips to channel high energies
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| Child has a difficult
time with morning schedule. You are constantly struggling to hurry
the child and run late frequently |
- Make sure child is given plenty of time
- Set things like cloths and homework out the night before
- Create a schedule for morning activities
- Have logical consequences for slow behavior
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| Child has low energy
and no interest in physical activity |
- Provide appropriate physical activity
- Keep track of signs of depression
- Make sure child is updated on physical exams
- encourage outdoor hobbies
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| Child is thirsty for
attention. Child seems to thrive on any attention negative or
positive |
- Point out the behaviors that are negative but be selective
- Ignore some behaviors that are not dangerous
- Provide opportunities for recognition
- Spend as much time with the child as possible. Remember they
grow up fast.
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Key Points To Remember
- Listen, Listen, Listen-This makes them feel important and you wont
miss the really important information the child is try to convey.
- Observe-Keep tabs on negative behaviors and learn to avoid the
situations that cause them.
- Be a firm hand but kind-Make sure rules are clear and be
consistent. Remember it is important to tell a child when they
have done well and even when the tried their best but cam up short.
- Pick your battles- Only the more serious of behaviors should get
the high attention. Remember Children will strive for any attention
negative or positive which one would you rather grant them.
- Give chores- This teaches good responsibility, keeps the child in
activity and makes them feel important.
- Organize-If you are organized they will learn from example. Help
them to develop organizational skills.
- Avoid Fatigue-Make sure the child has plenty of rest. If child
seems tired maybe adjusting the bedtime would give the child extra
rest.
The most effective approach to positive ADD/ADHD treatment is a
comprehensive approach to treatment. In order to achieve this
multifaceted idea, you may want to include:
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Parent Education |
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Include a physical element |
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Counseling for the child as well as
the family |
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Training for social skills |
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School environment conciderations |
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Behavior management at home and in
school through activities |
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Follow Though and understanding |
Good luck !
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