Anyone parenting an ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) child can identify with the hardships, sacrifices, frustration, and turmoil of emotions that come with it. At the Hundred, we constantly advocate for mental health awareness, especially for conditions that concern children and their parents. In treating ADHD, we undertake a unique holistic approach in which we actively target your child’s mental, physical, and social well-being to help them realize their highest potential.
What Is ADHD?
ADHD is a prevalent disorder characterized by persistent inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity that impairs functioning and development. Symptoms usually emerge in their early developmental stages that affect their quality of life. These can last long into adulthood, affecting their social connections, academic achievement, and career performance.
ADHD In The UAE
According to the latest statistics, there are 6.1 million children diagnosed with ADHD in the US alone. In the Middle East, 29.7% of ADHD cases are found in the UAE, holding the highest number in the Arab world. Although it is a prevalent developmental disorder, modern practices are available to manage ADHD’s debilitating symptoms and improve the quality of life of individuals. Over the years, several treatments have been made accessible to parents of children with ADHD. These can include Speech therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.
Occupational Therapy And ADHD
Occupational Therapy is a medical practice to make people as self-sufficient as possible by treating, rehabilitating, or managing problems that prohibit them from performing their daily tasks. This type of therapy can help children diagnosed with ADHD by promoting and encouraging age-appropriate growth, learning, and maturation in many aspects of a child’s development, including:
- Gross Motor Skills
- Fine Motor Skills
- Sensory Integration
- Reflex Integration
- Cognitive Development
- Visual Perception
- Social Development
- Emotional Awareness
All of these aspects encompass a child’s school, social, and home life. For instance, during a therapy session, the occupational therapist may engage your child in activities (occupations) or play that promote coordination, focus, organization, working out emotions, and motor tasks including, brushing teeth, getting dressed and feeding themselves.
It is crucial for today’s society to be open to the idea of acceptance and tolerance. Never hesitate to ask for help if you need to. Know that there is a community out there for you. You can always talk to us to better understand how Occupational therapy can help your child grow up to have a high quality of life.
