ADHD Children Learn through Play

Playtime is generally a time in which children learn to socially interact with others. Kids pick up on social cues that show them how to control their behavior. But for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), these cues are not easily learned or understood causing difficulty in creating friendships.

A recent study from Occupational Therapists from the University of Sydney, sought to find out if children with ADHD could improve their social skills if they were taught to recognize social cues in playtime. The researchers used play therapy and repetitive lessons in highlighting cues including fear and boredom during playtime. As a result, the children with ADHD were able understand when their playmates were reacting to their play – if something was unfair or if they hit too hard.

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