"I just read that children with ADHD don't learn from cause and effect. Knowing this, how do I teach/train my child? I usually say something like: 'if you do this then here's the consequence.'"--About.com Reader

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"Oh, I'm just so frustrated! I wish I could just come home and we could be a 'normal' family. I know that sounds bad but it's true! Parenting a child with ADHD is hard frick'n work and some days I wonder if I'm the worst parent ever!" --About.com Reader

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Sometimes it can feel a bit isolating to have a child struggling with issues of ADHD. It can certainly become overwhelming at times. You may question whether there are things you should be doing differently. It may even cause strain within the family and in your relationship with your partner. You may feel guilt at getting frustrated at times. You may feel exhausted and unsure.

You are not alone. These feelings are human feelings and they are a normal part of being a parent.

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"I am totally disorganized and cannot concentrate on anything unless I am really interested. I had never heard of ADHD until my Gran bought me a book on organization. Inside the book is a list of symptoms for ADHD and I can identify with most of them. I'm in my second year of college and am having a difficult time keeping up with the work. I lose stuff continuously, my mind wanders, and getting assignments in on time creates a lot of stress. My friends say I am a bundle of energy. I just want to think straight for a bit and not spend hours making a simple decision. What do I do?" --About.com Reader

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