Parent Training in Behavior Management

Behavior therapy is an effective treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that can improve a child’s behavior, self-control, and self-esteem. It is most effective in young children when it is delivered by parents.

When parents become trained in behavior therapy, they learn skills and strategies to help their child with ADHD succeed at school, at home, and in relationships. Learning and practicing behavior therapy requires time and effort, but it has lasting benefits for the child and the family.

Did you know?

Parent training in behavior management is also known as parent behavior therapy, behavioral parent training, or just parent training.

What should parents look for?

We focus on training parents.

• Teach parents skills and strategies that use positive reinforcement, structure, and consistent discipline to manage their child’s behavior?
• Teach parents positive ways to interact and communicate with their child?
• Assign activities for parents to practice with their child?
• Meet regularly with the family to monitor progress and provide coaching and support?
• Re-evaluate treatment plans and remain flexible enough to adjust strategies as needed?