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Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention

Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention. Kathleen G. Nadeau, Ph.D. Overview. Getting along with others Feeling good about yourself Learning to understand your brain Setting goals and reaching them! Understanding the plus side of having a “bouncing brain”.

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Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention

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  1. Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention Kathleen G. Nadeau, Ph.D.

  2. Overview • Getting along with others • Feeling good about yourself • Learning to understand your brain • Setting goals and reaching them! • Understanding the plus side of having a “bouncing brain”

  3. A child’s view of ADHDfrom the inside looking out • I hate to sit still • I have to do boring things all day • I can’t learn all those math facts • It’s hard to listen for so long • I try to do what my parents ask me to do, but I forget

  4. A thousand negative messages I’m always in trouble for something

  5. Sometimes everything seems unfair I can’t finish my school work on time, so the teacher won’t let me go out to play

  6. The “I can’t” Kid • I can’t get started • I can’t remember • I can’t get things done • Feels like I can’t get anything right!

  7. Creating a Can-do Kid

  8. The Rapid Rewards Program Immediate rewards are more effective

  9. To get things done, make it fun! Think about what is rewarding for a child. Make learning a rewarding experience

  10. Divide and Conquer Break things down into small parts – then reward and praise a child for each success

  11. If you want to remember,you need a reminder! • Notes • Kitchen timers • Visual reminders • Launching pads • Daily calendars

  12. Get your day off to a good start • Prepare the night before • Get up on time! • Have a regular morning routine • Finish your routine first! • Always eat breakfast!

  13. Protein boosts performance Teach kids about “brain fuel” • Protein • Fish oil • B vitamins

  14. Morning Exercise One half-hour of aerobic exercise each morning provides “Miracle Gro” for the brain

  15. Learning to Pay Attention in Class • Sit up front • Get involved • Ask questions • Find quiet ways to fidget

  16. Learning to Remember what you Read • Get rid of distractions • Read out loud • Summarize each paragraph out loud • Tell a parent about what you’ve read

  17. Getting Homework Done • Study in short time periods • Take short timed breaks • Stand up or even walk while reading • No TV or internet

  18. Getting along with friends • Take turns • Share • Talk, don’t yell when you disagree • Let your friend choose what to do sometimes

  19. Learning not to Interrupt • Listen hard • Ask permission if you need to interrupt • Apologize if you interrupt without permission • Wait for your turn

  20. Become a good problem-solver • Listen to the other person • Don’t interrupt • Talk – don’t yell or call names • Look for solutions that are fair for everyone

  21. Learning to Relax • Do something quiet • Take a warm bath • Go for a walk • Listen to calm music • Curl up with your dog or cat

  22. Learning Persistence • Set reasonable goals that aren’t too hard • Keep a chart of your progress • Earn small rewards along the way

  23. Learning to feel good about yourself • Look for things you’re good at • Smile – people will smile back • Get the help you need to succeed • Measure small successes every day

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