ADHD: Taking Care of Yourself When Your Child Has ADHD

Being a parent of a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is full of challenges and frustrations. This can lead to exhaustion. Taking good physical and emotional care of yourself will help provide you with needed energy. Schedule time for yourself. Proper diet, exercise, rest, and leisure activities…

Share this article

In this article

Credits:

Medical review: Adam Husney MD, Kathleen Romito MD, Louis Pellegrino MD

Legal:

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

Top of the page

ADHD: Taking Care of Yourself When Your Child Has ADHD

Topic Overview

Being a parent of a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is full of challenges and frustrations. This can lead to exhaustion. Taking good physical and emotional care of yourself will help provide you with needed energy.

  • Schedule time for yourself. Proper diet, exercise, rest, and leisure activities are important to include in your routine. Use a calendar, planner, or organizer to ensure you set aside time for yourself.
  • Find out whether there is a support group in your area for parents of children with ADHD. If there is no group in your area, talk to your doctor about starting one or finding another related group that can help you.
  • Talk with your doctor or another health professional if you think you may be depressed or are having other emotional difficulties.

Credits

Current as ofMay 28, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Louis Pellegrino, MD – Developmental Pediatrics

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.