Question
A parent reported that their child has been diagnosed with ADHD, primarily manifested by frequent blinking. After hospital treatment and taking various medications, the condition has not shown significant improvement. The parent is urgently seeking effective treatment methods to enable the child to recover quickly.
Answer
The treatment of ADHD primarily involves two methods: behavioral therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Behavioral therapy utilizes the principles of operant conditioning to reinforce the patient’s behavior positively or negatively, helping them learn appropriate social skills and replace inappropriate behavior patterns with new effective ones. Cognitive-behavioral therapy focuses on solving the patient’s impulsive problems, teaching them how to solve problems, identify whether their behavior is appropriate, and choose appropriate behavior patterns. These treatment methods aim to help patients improve social relationships, reduce aggressive behavior, and enhance self-control.