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University of Massachusetts Amherst

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ADHD; parent education; parent stress; systematic review; guidelines

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Effectiveness Of Educating Parents Of Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd) On Children’S Behavioral Issues And The Stress Experienced By Parents: An Integrative Review, Vivaksha Khanduri Jan 2017

Effectiveness Of Educating Parents Of Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd) On Children’S Behavioral Issues And The Stress Experienced By Parents: An Integrative Review, Vivaksha Khanduri

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Projects

Background: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention. Over 50% of children diagnosed with ADHD experience these symptoms into adulthood. The symptoms of ADHD a child exhibits can be very challenging for parents to manage and their understanding of the child’s behavior is often limited. Parenting programs include psychosocial interventions that teach techniques that parents can use to manage their child’s challenging behavior. Parent-focused education on managing symptoms for a child with ADHD has been shown to improve quality of life for both parents and child.

Objective: To determine whether parent training …