Impulse Control
Living with ADHD
Impulse Control
The Prince Albert branch of the Learning Disabilities Association of Saskatchewan (LDAS-PA) will bring forward a series of articles about living with ADHD for children and adults. The purpose of the series is to assist those who live with this disorder, and their families, to live better with this frustrating disability. ADHD is marked most often by chronic inattention, impulsivity and frequent hyperactivity coupled with inconsistent performance of tasks and behaviours. The disorder is most frequently observed and diagnosed in children and for approximately two-thirds of those children, symptoms continue into adulthood. The most common treatment is often the ongoing use of a variety of medications to manage symptoms. There is no cure.
The most effective management of this disorder is a multi-faceted approach combining several approaches. The first foundation of control is the careful management of nutrition, exercise, sleep and medication. A second foundation is becoming knowledgeable about the strengths weaknesses, and behavior patterns associated with the disorder as it affects the individual. A final foundational support is learning skills and strategies to assist the individual to work their ADHD moments and to develop their own advocacy skills.