Q: “My 15-year-old son is diagnosed with ADHD, and he also has sensory challenges. He is very sensitive to loud sounds, and he shies away from bright lights and physical contact, like a hug or a pat on the back.
How can I change his environment to help him manage these issues?”Many children with ADHD have sensory processing challenges.
The starting point is to assess any underlying medical issues that may be contributing to sensory differences, which can adversely affect attention.
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