Conversations with thousands of caregivers tell us that some children with ADHD tell more than their fair share of lies. While it’s easy to assume your child is twisting the truth to deceive or manipulate, their fibs are more likely a coping mechanism for ADHD symptoms.
In the moment, making up stories or acting on impulse might feel easier than admitting to mistakes that are outside of their control.Here, ADDitude readers share examples of their kids’ lies — and reasons to explain their fibbing impulses:“I see this all the time.
I ask a simple question to my 14-year-old daughter: ‘Did you brush your teeth this morning?’ Her quick response: ‘Yes, Mommy.’ But, when I go and check the toothbrush, it’s bone dry.
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