The obvious victim of ADD is the children it affects. Being accustomed to negativity, these children usually suffer from very low self-esteem. Although they want to behave well, they have impulsive actions that typically result in constant punishment. Parents and teachers of an Attention Deficit Disorder child often are not aware or do not accept that the child suffers from a disorder and they are not always acting on a conscience level. The child, after being reprimanded and not being able to control their actions, is left feeling as though they will never be adequate or meet everyone else's expectations.

The parents of an ADD child suffer from incredible frustration and doubt of their parenting skills. Often ridiculed by teachers, family members, and other acquaintances, they are often viewed as being the cause of their child's behavior, as though lack of discipline is the root cause of their child's actions. Attention Deficit Disorder sometimes places a strain on the parents' marital relationship as well, as parents blame each other for being overly lenient or harsh in their rearing habits. This can lead to many arguments and disagreements that prove to be difficult on spouses.

An often forgotten casualty of Attention Deficit Disorder is the siblings of a child with ADD. Often not apparent, siblings in this situation often experience similar frustration and anxiety as the parents and child with ADD. Jealously sometimes plays a factor in their feelings as their sibling requires so much more attention, even if it is negative in nature. Also, these children often get the brunt of their sibling's impulsive actions, including aggressive behavior typical of ADD. These children may also find themselves being categorized in school and other social environments because of their sibling's behavior, which can also have a negative connotation.

In addition to immediate family, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins may also be affected when a child has ADD. Depending on the closeness of the family, behavior outbursts and discipline issues may be a factor dealt with on various levels. In extreme cases, Attention Deficit Disorder may actually cause some familial relationships to be severed.

Looking for Boarding Schools for Children with ADD your struggling child?

Is your family life in chaos due to the behavior of your child?

Is your child displaying any of the following self-destructive behaviors?

• Family Conflict
• Blatant Disregard of Rules
• Withdrawn From Family
• Abrupt Change in Personality
• Never at Fault
• Uncontrollable Anger
• Poor Emotional Control
• Manipulative
• Lying - Stealing
• Lack of Motivation
• "I hate you," attitude
• "You can't make me," attitude
• Substance Abuse
• Skips School
• School Suspensions
• Grades Have Fallen
• Can't Keep Friends
• Legal Problems
• Fighting - Violence
• Gang Involvement

• Bullying
• Runs Away
• Conduct Disorder
• Hanging With the Wrong Crowd
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder
• Bipolar Disorder
• Low Self-Esteem
• Attention Deficit Disorder (add)
• Hyperactive Disorder (adhd)
• Depression
• Attempted or Threats of Suicide
• Drug Abuse
• Alcohol Abuse
• Smoking
• Sexually Active
• Cutting - Self-Harm
• Adoption Issues
• Reactive Attachment Disorder
• Eating Disorder (Anorexia, Bulimia)
• Learning Disabilities

How are you going to know what your ADD child needs?

Boarding Schools for ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) - what are they and how can they help your child?

Our Boarding Schools are State Licensed intervention programs for troubled teens and adults who may be experiencing emotional, academic, and/or behavioral problems brought about by ADD.

Instead of wreaking havoc on themselves and their families ADD teens will spend their days in group counselling, individual and family therapy, and learning how to interact with peers and adults in a meaningful and healthy way.

For their part, many kids find success at ADD Boarding Schools by learning more about themselves and what drives their destructive behaviors. The teens are asked to specifically look at what's going on in their lives and what kind of decisions they've been making.

Boarding Schools for Children with ADD provide the forum for struggling teens and young adults to evaluate their behaviors.

It's their parents' desperate hope that, once it's over, they'll get back the child they once knew.

Boarding Schools are different to military-style boot camps, which rely on humiliation and barked orders.

Not all Boarding Schools for ADD are created equal.

The Family Compass will help you to make an informed decision when you choose to intervene on behalf of your child.

We have compiled a database of Boarding Schools. This is so you can find the proper treatment for your situation.

For any questions - call 1-866-490-3666 toll free. We have consultants waiting to take your call 24 hours a day/7 days a week - Call now!

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For More Information:

How ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) Affects Families by Sarah K. Jenkins

Contact your local Mental Health Association, community mental health center, or:

National Mental Health Association 2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th Floor Alexandria, VA 22311 Phone 703/684-7722 Fax 703/684-5968

Mental Health Resource Center 800/969-NMHA TTY Line 800/433-5959

National Clearinghouse on ADD Boarding Schools http://dasis3.samhsa.gov/

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