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What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew

Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life

Sharon Saline

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Question 1 of 7
According to the text, how does modern medicine characterize ADHD?
  • A. As a temporary developmental phase that children typically outgrow by age 25.
  • B. As a biologically rooted disorder that affects the brain's executive functions.
  • C. As a behavioral issue primarily caused by inconsistent parenting and lack of discipline.
  • D. As a condition exclusively affecting the energy and focus regulation of young boys.
Question 2 of 7
What is the primary goal of the 'Self-Control' principle for parents?
  • A. To manage their own emotions first so they can respond to situations with purpose rather than just reacting.
  • B. To strictly control the child's environment to prevent them from becoming overstimulated.
  • C. To teach the child how to suppress their emotional outbursts during high-stress situations.
  • D. To immediately enforce consequences so the child learns to control their behavior.
Question 3 of 7
In the context of the 5 C's, what does practicing 'Compassion' mean?
  • A. Lowering academic and behavioral expectations to reduce the child's anxiety.
  • B. Doing difficult tasks for the child when they feel overwhelmed by their executive function deficits.
  • C. Meeting the child where they are and understanding their actions in context rather than making superficial judgments.
  • D. Forgiving all misbehavior without implementing any boundaries or consequences.
Question 4 of 7
Why is 'Collaboration' particularly powerful for a child with ADHD?
  • A. It allows the child to dictate the household rules, which reduces daily arguments.
  • B. It empowers them to be part of the solution, giving them a sense of control they often lack.
  • C. It ensures they never have to transition away from tasks they find highly stimulating.
  • D. It transfers the responsibility of organization entirely onto the child so the parent can step back.
Question 5 of 7
How should a parent approach a situation where a behavioral plan fails for a day, according to the 'Consistency' principle?
  • A. View the setback as a normal part of the process, regroup, and try again the next day.
  • B. Discard the current plan completely and create a stricter one to ensure compliance.
  • C. Assume the child is being defiant on purpose and immediately withdraw their privileges.
  • D. Ignore the failure entirely so the child doesn't feel discouraged or ashamed.
Question 6 of 7
What type of positive feedback is described as the most effective in the 'Celebration' section?
  • A. General praise given at the end of the week for perfect behavior.
  • B. Large material rewards for significant academic achievements.
  • C. Praise that compares the child's behavior favorably to their neurotypical peers.
  • D. Specific and immediate feedback that praises both efforts and accomplishments.
Question 7 of 7
How does ADHD typically affect a child's working memory, as described in the text?
  • A. It causes them to vividly remember negative experiences while completely forgetting positive ones.
  • B. It alters how memories are stored and retrieved, leading to an 'in one ear and out the other' effect.
  • C. It improves their ability to remember highly stimulating tasks for unusually long periods.
  • D. It prevents the brain from forming any new long-term memories until early adulthood.

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What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew Summary & Overview

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew (2018) provides parents with insights into the challenges and experiences of children with ADHD. It focuses on the importance of communication and collaboration between parents and children, and outlines the Five Cs that will help you help your child with ADHD. Learn the skills you need to ensure your child flourishes with the brain they have.

Who Should Listen to What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew?

  • Parents of children with ADHD
  • Teens and adults with ADHD
  • Teachers and parents

About the Author: Sharon Saline

Dr. Sharon Saline is a clinical psychologist and author who specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents with ADHD. She is the co-founder of the ADHD Wellness Center in New York City, and she has over 25 years of experience working with children and families affected by ADHD. Dr. Saline is the author of several other books on ADHD, including The ADHD Answer Book and The ADHD Parenting Handbook.

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