Group Programs for Parents of Children with ADHD
The Center for ADHD offers two group programs to help you understand and manage your child's condition. Geared toward parents of children 3 1/2 - 5 years old and children 6 - 12 years old, our programs provide the resources necessary to help you and your child succeed.
Understanding and Managing ADHD in Young Children
Because ADHD is being recognized in younger children, we offer a parent group to meet the needs of parents with children 3 1/2 - 5 years old who have or are suspected of having ADHD (have symptoms of ADHD but may not have a formal diagnosis).
We focus on teaching you behavioral management strategies you can use to improve your child’s functioning. Children do not attend these groups. Instead, you learn strategies and apply them at home to address your child’s difficulties. You will also learn how to work with your child’s daycare provider or preschool / kindergarten teacher to address any problems your child may have in those settings.
Topics Include
- What is ADHD and how does it impact a child’s day-to-day behavior
- Effective behavior management
- Using positive attention to promote positive behavior
- Getting your child to listen to instructions and rules
- How to prompt and promote desired behaviors
- How to help your child handle emotions
- Helping your child’s caregiver or teacher address problems in daycare, preschool or kindergarten
- The appropriate role of punishment in managing ADHD behaviors
- Promoting positive behavior in public
- Maintaining positive behavior changes over time
Benefits You'll Gain
- Increased understanding of ADHD and its impact on your child’s emotional, behavioral, academic and social function
- Decreased stigma often associated with ADHD
- Support as you learn more effective ways to manage your child’s behavior
- Empowerment to be an advocate for your child
- Encouragement to be involved in your child’s improvement at home, with peers, and at school
Eligibility and Enrollment
Eligibility
- Your child must be 3 1/2 - 5 years old
- Have a diagnosis of ADHD or be suspected of having ADHD
Parents will be scheduled for an initial interview with the psychologist conducting the group they enroll in prior to the start of the group program. These interviews typically occur four to six weeks prior to the first scheduled group session.
Program Schedule
- Eight weekly sessions, 90 minutes each
- Offered at Cincinnati Children's and via Telehealth
- Download our group program schedule
Understanding and Managing ADHD in Children Ages 6 - 12
We focus on teaching you behavioral management strategies you can use at home and school to improve your child's functioning. Children do not attend these groups. Instead, you learn strategies and apply them at home to address your child's difficulties. You will also learn how to work with your child's teacher to address any challenges your child may have at school.
Topics Include
- Understanding ADHD
- Effective behavior management
- Using positive attention to promote positive behavior
- Getting your child to listen to instructions and follow rules
- How to prompt and promote desired behaviors
- Helping your child be successful with homework
- Reducing undesired behaviors
- Managing your child's behavior in public places
- Maintaining positive changes over time
Benefits You'll Gain
- Increased understanding of ADHD and its impact on your child's emotional, behavioral, academic and social functioning
- Decreased stigma often associated with ADHD
- Support as you learn more effective ways to manage your child's behavior
- Empowerment to be an advocate for your child
- Encouragement to be involved in your child's improvement in any setting
Eligibility and Enrollment
Eligibility
- Your child must be 6 - 12 years old
- Have a formal diagnosis of ADHD
Parents must complete and return a packet of materials no later than two weeks before the start of a particular group to finalize their enrollment.
Program Schedule
- Eight weekly sessions, 90 minutes each
- Offered at Cincinnati Children's and via Telehealth
- Download our group program schedule
