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Parent Coaching for ADHD & Executive Functions

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Parent Coaching for ADHD & Executive Functions

If your child is struggling to manage ADHD and parents are prepared to take on a more proactive coaching and support role

How To Apply It!

  1. Parent coaching programs provide training and support for parents who then understand how to provide ongoing support for their children with ADHD.
  2. Parents play a key role in the effective development of children with ADHD and executive functions weaknesses. Parental empathy and creating a supportive home environment has an enormous impact on child development and self-esteem.
  3. Parent coaching is specifically for the parent, not the student. Parental coaching involves helping parents understand the reasons for their child's behavior. Parents are taught effective support strategies, including goal setting, organization and positive communication.
  4. While parents of students of all ages can benefit from parent coaching, it can be particularly beneficial for parents of younger children who are not expected to have the maturity and self-control for self-monitoring. Older students might benefit from having a personal coach.
  5. While parent coaching is often done in person, parent coaching programs are increasingly available as online courses, over the phone and through video conferencing. Some parent coaches offer group sessions to develop parent communities and share best practices. Services like ImpactADHD offer virtual programs that offer the benefits of home convenience and online interactions.
  6. When selecting a parent coach, select a certified professional who has completed training from an accredited institution. You can learn more about parent coaching versus training from CHADD, a non-profit specializing in ADHD support.
  7. Parents who are considering hiring a coach can find one who integrates Mindprint.

Why It Works! (the Science Of Learning)

Parent coaching programs for ADHD are designed to support the parent in understanding their child's difficulties, making a plan to communicate effectively and support any cognitive, behavioral and emotional challenges they might have. While this is still a field that is being researched, early studies suggest that training parents can have a positive effect on children's behavior and academic success, particularly among younger children.