Sometimes, children recognize the symptoms of ADHD in themselves & their struggles before their parents do. If you need help talking about ADHD with family members, follow this advice for starting a helpful, supportive dialogue & getting the help you need.
Q: “I think I might have ADHD, but I am scared to mention it to my parents. My older brother has ADHD, but my mom has yet to see the signs.” –I want to applaud you for reaching out and asking for help. Even for adults, it’s not easy to identify the right course of action or the most appropriate next steps when you think you have. I would imagine it’s even harder for a child. I’m sure you are feeling lonely, nervous, and confused.
Since I don’t know why you think you might have ADHD or if someone has said anything to you, I want to make sure you are as educated as possible on the subject.I believe that knowledge is power, so I urge you to read up on everything you can about ADHD so that, when you do approach your parents, you are informed and knowledgeable and can answer their questions. Perhaps if they see how much research you have done to help yourself and how serious you are, they will be eager to help.
Unfortunately, I don’t know why you are so nervous to approach your parents. If it is too difficult to discuss with them directly, I urge you to discuss this with another adult with whom you have an open and trusting relationship. Perhaps another family member, a counselor or teacher at school, or a member of the clergy can help facilitate the dialogue.
I know this is a lot to ask of a child. So I want to also offer my advice as a parent — one who has a child with ADHD. I know, above all else, that I would want my children to tell me if they were struggling at home or at school so that I could get them the help and support they needed to be successful. I’m truly hoping your parents feel the same.
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