25 Sep Developing Self-Regulation In Children With ADHD
Brooklyn Letters
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We had a very positive experience with Alissa as a tutor for our pod of 5th grade boys from January - June 2020. She cared a lot about the boys and worked hard to create meaningful activities for them. The pod experience was invaluable … More for all of our families during a difficult year and we were so grateful to have found this partnership! We also want to appreciate Craig for helping to match us with a tutor on very short notice after we had cycled through a few folks who were not able to see the commitment through. Thanks for sticking with us!
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Dusty was the exact person we needed to help our child finish out the school year. So grateful to him for the way he steadily encouraged her and helped her stay on track and organized. He is flexible, responsive to our needs/schedule as … More a family, and a delight to be with. We are also thankful that Craig at Themba Tutors really "gets it" and partnered us with such a wonderful tutor who was a great fit for our girl.
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My child worked with Gillian D virtually for math enrichment. She is an excellent teacher. She took time to understand my child's specific learning style and provided tools that would be engaging. She was kind and empathetic- really … More made it her goal to connect with my child and build trust and rapport. My child started the school year with confidence and without the typically "brain-drain" that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
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I am going into my second year as a Themba tutor. I have met so many great individuals while working for this company. Craig and the rest of the Themba team do such an excellent job picking and choosing Themba tutors that suit each client's … More individual needs! I look forward to meeting new tutors and clients in the 2021-2022 school year!
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Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
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Giulia Mercuri is a great Italian tutor! She was very responsive and accessible. Giulia put a ton of effort into preparing for each session and really helped our son with test preparation and projects. We are grateful that she was able … More to help, especially since our son did not receive any live teaching during COVID. We are happy that she was referred to us!
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As an adult student diagnosed with a learning disability during grad school, I knew I needed help dealing with my Master's program's demanding workload. I was seriously considering dropping out when I was referred to Themba Tutors. … More I was paired up with a wonderful tutor, Julie, who was a total lifesaver. I learned many techniques that I can utilize in the future as I embark on the next phase of my career.
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We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our son’s grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively … More study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My son’s experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
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We have been with our tutor, Cailin Schiller, for two years, from 5th - 7th grade. She started as an executive functioning tutor with my daughter. From the start, she demonstrated a depth of expertise and a selective use of techniques skillfully … More adapted to my daughter’s ADHD and Math disability. Cailin made Math accessible and understandable to her in a way that even her teachers had not been able to do. She differentiated reading, writing and math tasks and assignments to tailor them to my daughter’s unique learning differences. Not only did it have an effect on her grades and her work efficiency, but she finally could do her work with less anxiety. Even my daughter’s teachers used Cailin’s guidance to modify their work with her. But most importantly, she became my daughter’s favorite resource. I can’t say how invaluable Cailin has been to my daughter’s progress and well-being. I’d recommend her a million times over. She is a gem.
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Victoria is a superb tutor. She helped my high school age daughter with her writing. Victoria's skills as a tutor, as well as her sense of humor and her engaging personality went a long way with my daughter.
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Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
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The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
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We had a wonderful experience with our tutor Micaela. She helped our son not only academically but at every level. We will be forever grateful to have her in our lives.
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The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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Paul Smith at Themba has been an exceptional tutor for my son, both in terms of teaching the subject matter and teaching how best to approach the process of learning math and executing assignments. We feel very fortunate to be working with … More Paul.
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We were very lucky to have found Edwouine Swift, my son's therapist through Themba Tutors. Thomas is 12 years old, and it is extremely difficult to get him to write. Edwouine just works her magic with him, he adores her and is so … More eager to follow her guidance. I have no doubt she will be a positive driving force in his academic future.
DEVELOPING SELF-REGULATION IN CHILDREN WITH ADHD:
WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
Developing Self-Regulation in Children With ADHD
So, your child has been diagnosed with ADHD. You want to help them learn skills to manage their symptoms and thrive, but where do you start? Self-regulation is key. Monitoring and controlling our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is crucial for success in life, and self-regulation skills need to be actively taught and practiced. The good news is that parents can use proven strategies to help develop self-regulation in children with ADHD. Keep reading to learn what self-regulation is, why it’s so important for your child, and how you can support them in building this vital skill one step at a time.
Understanding Self-Regulation Challenges In ADHD
As a parent of a child with ADHD, you know self-regulation doesn’t come easily. Kids with ADHD struggle to control their impulses, focus their attention and manage strong emotions. The good news is these skills can be developed with your support.
Understanding Self-Regulation Challenges
ADHD makes it hard for kids to stop and think before they act. Their brain has trouble balancing the brake pedal and gas pedal. They may blurt out answers, touch everything in sight, or need help waiting their turn.
Emotional regulation is also tricky. Your child may get frustrated, cry or tantrum frequently, or have trouble calming down. They live in the moment and have difficulty considering the consequences of their actions.
Finally, sustaining attention and following through on tasks requires a major effort. Your child’s mind may wander frequently, and they struggle with tuning out distractions. Starting and switching between readings can take time and effort.
The key is understanding these challenges, setting clear rules and routines, using positive reinforcement, teaching skills directly, and being patient. With compassion and support, you can help strengthen your child’s self-regulation step by step. Every small improvement will help build their confidence and independence. While ADHD won’t disappear, strategies and tools can help your child thrive.
Self-Regulated Strategy Development: A Research-Based Approach
Self-regulated strategy development (SRSD) is backed by over 30 years of research showing it helps kids with ADHD improve their self-control and learning skills. As a parent, you can support your child in developing these strategies in several ways.
▶ Providing structure and routine
Establishing a regular schedule or routine for your child can help make self-regulation more automatic. Things like consistent wake-up/bedtimes, meal times, homework times, and recreational times. Within these routines, give your child opportunities to make simple choices to start building their self-regulation skills in a supported way.
▶ Teaching specific strategies
Work with your child’s teacher or therapist to identify 2 to 3 key self-regulation strategies to focus on, like managing distractions, monitoring progress, or asking for help appropriately. Explain the strategy, model them yourself, and provide opportunities for your child to practice them. Offer guidance and reinforcement to help the techniques become second nature.
▶ Giving reminders and encouragement
Even with the best structure and strategies, kids with ADHD sometimes struggle. Gently remind your child of their processes and coping skills. Encourage and help them get back on track. Your support and patience can make a world of difference.
With time and practice, self-regulation strategies can become habits. Helping your child develop these foundational skills will set them up for success now and in the future. The rewards of improved focus, control, and independence will be well worth the effort.
Practical Tips To Help Your Child With ADHD Self-Regulate
As a parent of a child with ADHD, helping them develop self-regulation skills is one of the most important things you can do. Here are some practical tips to help your child learn to self-regulate:
- Teach organization and planning. Help your child map out a plan to start and finish tasks. Show them how to organize their space, schedule, and materials. Practice these skills together.
- Offer reminders and redirection. Gently remind your child of the rules and steps required to complete a task. Help redirect their attention back to the task at hand. Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement of their efforts.
- Set clear rules and routines. Establish daily practices and schedules to provide structure. Explain your limitations and the reasons behind them. Be consistent with consequences when those rules are broken. Routines and rules help build self-control.
- Model self-regulation strategies yourself. Demonstrate how you plan and organize your time. Talk through how you stay focused on difficult tasks. Explain how you monitor your behavior and emotions. Kids often mimic their parents’ habits and skills.
- Provide opportunities to make choices. Give your child choices in appropriate situations. Help them think through options and consider consequences. Making good choices is a skill that takes practice. Offer guidance and feedback along the way.
- Praise your child’s efforts. Provide positive reinforcement like verbal praise, high-fives, and rewards when your child demonstrates self-regulation. Their motivation and ability to self-regulate will grow with your support and encouragement.
With patience and practice, self-regulation skills can be learned and improved. Helping your child with ADHD develop these skills will set them up for success at home, in school, and life. Stay positive and keep working at it together, one day and one strategy at a time.
Conclusion
Start with understanding what self-regulation is and how it applies to your child. Then, focus on strategies like scheduling and routines, minimizing distractions, teaching organization, and time management. Most importantly, be patient through the process. Self-regulation is a skill that takes time and practice to develop. But with your support and encouragement, your child can better manage their attention, emotions, and behavior. Keep at it and stay positive. Success is absolutely within reach.
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