A nurse is providing education to a group of parents who have children with ADHD. Which of the following statements would be accurate and should be included in the education? Select all that apply.

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Although medication can help reduce hyperactivity and inattention and allow the child to focus during school, it is by no means a cure-all. The child needs strategies and practice to improve social skills and academic performance. Because these children are often not diagnosed until the second or third grade, they may have missed much basic learning for reading and math. Parents should know that it takes time for them to catch up with other children of the same age. Most of these children have low self-esteem because they have been labeled as having behavior problems and have been corrected continually by parents and teachers for not listening, not paying attention, and misbehaving. Parents must understand how to help rebuild their child's self-esteem.
Parents should give positive comments as much as possible to encourage the child and acknowledge his or her strengths. One technique to help parents to achieve a good balance is to ask them to count the number of times they praise or criticize their child each day for several days. ADHD is not the fault of the parents or the child, and that techniques and school programs are available to help. Children with ADHD do qualify for special school services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

A Nurse Is Providing Education to a Group of Parents