Not available September 8? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.Positive reinforcement inspires more consistent motivation and better learning outcomes for children with ADHD, who are more sensitive to rewards and punishments than are their neurotypical peers.
Research shows that positive reinforcement (rewards for achievements) changes the brain at the cellular level; it also shows that children with ADHD are more likely to become frustrated and give up when they don’t receive anticipated rewards for completing a difficult task.Yes, punishment may keep a child with ADHD on task in the short term.
But studies show that punishment, or the anticipation of punishment, may carry serious long-term consequences if the child’s emotional regulation skills are weak.Given these findings, how might educators and caregivers more effectively approach motivation and behavior modification for children with ADHD?
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