ADHD — What Parents Need to Know

What is ADHD?

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a child manages focus, activity levels, and impulse control. Children with ADHD are often misunderstood as lazy, disruptive, or careless, but the truth is their brains process information differently. What looks like “not trying hard enough” is usually the result of challenges in sustaining attention, organising thoughts, or regulating energy.

What parents might notice

ADHD looks different in every child, but there are common signs parents often observe. Your child may:

• Have difficulty sitting still, often fidgeting or moving around when expected to stay put
• Struggle to concentrate, especially on tasks that feel repetitive or uninteresting
• Start projects with enthusiasm but leave them unfinished
• Interrupt conversations, talk excessively, or blurt out answers in class
• Lose things easily, forget instructions, or appear disorganised
• Get frustrated quickly, showing big emotions over small challenges

Some children lean more toward inattention—quietly daydreaming, forgetting homework, and missing details. Others lean more toward hyperactivity and impulsivity—constantly on the move, talking non-stop, or acting before thinking. Many show a mix of both.

What’s next

If these behaviours happen once in a while, they might just be typical childhood moments. But if they’re frequent, intense, and causing difficulties at home or school, it’s worth seeking a professional opinion. ADHD is not something children “outgrow.” However, with the right strategies and support, they can learn how to manage challenges and build on their strengths.

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Where support comes in

Therapy for ADHD often focuses on helping children improve executive function skills, the brain’s management system for tasks like planning, organising, and self-control. Educational therapy can provide strategies to stay focused and complete schoolwork. Behavioural approaches can help children learn to pause before acting, regulate emotions, and communicate their needs more clearly. Parents often benefit too, by learning how to support routines, give effective instructions, and encourage positive behaviour without constant battles.

With the right support, children with ADHD can excel in environments that play to their strengths, whether that’s creativity, problem-solving, or high energy. The goal isn’t to change who they are, but to equip them with tools that make daily life less frustrating and more fulfilling.

At Total Communication, we understand the challenges families face when navigating ADHD. Our therapists provide evidence-based strategies tailored to your child’s needs, from improving focus and organisation to managing emotions. If you’re wondering whether ADHD might be affecting your child, reach out to us today. Together, we can take the next step.

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