Hi,

I'm interested in knowing if anyone has found any techniques especially helpful for handling the behavior problems that often go along with ADD/ADHD? Alot of the threads here are related to trying to find the right med combination. I agree that that is important, but unfortunately, often meds only get you halfway there. So I wanted to provide a forum here for us to share ideas on what we can do when the doctor has done all he/she can.

I'll start: My best recommendation is to get a book like "1,2,3 Magic" and follow the advice there. In addition to the basic parenting advice there, I would add to decrease stimulation when the child is especially distractable/hyper. For example, given the choice between Chuck-e-cheese and a typical pizza place, go for the quieter, less chaotic environment.

Any other ideas? Any good books?

-ft