Which of the following statements by your ADHD child's parents indicate they need further teaching?
A.
"We will establish firm but reasonable limits on his behavior."
B.
"We will give him his medication at night so it won't decrease his appetite."
C.
"We will set him up in a special program at his school so we he will get extra attention."
D.
"We will work to ensure he gets 8 hours of sleep a night."
ANS: B
Stimulant medications are given for treatment of ADHD. These can cause insomnia if given later in the day.
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