Managing ADHD: A Parent’s Guide to Success

When your child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), preparing him or her for school and other social interactions is a challenge. It's not just about back-to-school clothes and fresh supplies. Your child needs a plan for success at school, on the playground, and at home.

To help your child thrive, try these strategies for coping with symptoms, learn about treatment options, and use our tips on easing your ADHD child's transition back to school.

Everything You Need to Know
Did you know that there are different types of ADHD and that it affects each kid differently? Symptoms can diminish over time or persist into adulthood. Learn about ADHD from A to Z.

Treating ADHD

Now that you've gotten a diagnosis, explore the treatment options available to your child:

• A guide to ADHD drugs
• Alternative Treatments (includes video)
• A Psychiatrist Weighs in

Social How Tos

Work with your child to prepare him or her for school, parties, and other situations.

• Sleepovers: Is Your Child Ready?
• Get Ready for Back to School (includes video)
• Social Smarts (includes video)
• 6 Moms Manage Their Kid's Daily Life (includes video)

Get Support

Connect with other parents about your child's diagnosis or ADHD drugs.

• My child isn't sleeping
• Is there an alternative to medication?
• A newly diagnosed son

ADHD Toolkit

Test your knowledge about ADHD, get need-to-know facts about the condition, and learn helpful tips to help your child to succeed at school.

• Quiz: Attention & Learning Disorders
• ADHD: Fast Facts

In the News

Get the latest studies and stories.

• ADHD Gene Doesn't Predict Response to Drugs
• St. John's Wort Doesn't Work
• Cardiac Screening Recommended for Kids Taking Stimulants