What parenting strategies are effective for managing hyperactivity in ADHD?

PostedAugust 25, 2025

UpdatedSeptember 5, 2025

ByMy Patient Advice

Author: Victoria Rowe, MSc | Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Positive and supportive parenting plays a vital role in helping children with ADHD manage their hyperactivity and succeed. Parents who adopt clear, compassionate strategies can reduce stress at home and guide their child towards more positive behaviours. By combining consistent discipline tips, structured routines, and more positive reinforcement, families can create a supportive environment that fosters growth and confidence. Here is some practical ADHD parenting advice to get started.

Effective Parenting Strategies for ADHD

Here are proven techniques to help manage hyperactivity through supportive parenting:

Set Clear Expectations and Boundaries

Children with ADHD do best when they know what is expected. Simple rules explained calmly and reinforced consistently; help guide behaviour.

Use Positive Reinforcement

Rewarding good behaviour, even small achievements, helps build confidence and motivates children to keep trying. Praise, stickers, or extra playtime can be very effective.

Stay Calm and Patient

Hyperactivity and impulsivity can be challenging, but remaining calm helps your child regulate their emotions and feel secure.

Structure the Day

Predictable routines reduce anxiety and help children focus. Visual schedules and reminders make transitions smoother.

Focus on Strengths

Encourage your child to take part in hobbies and activities they enjoy and are good at, helping to build their self-esteem and use their energy constructively.

Adopting these strategies makes discipline tips more effective and strengthens the parent-child bond. Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and tailored guidance. For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Hyperactivity.

Victoria Rowe, MSc

Author

Victoria Rowe is a health psychologist with a Master’s in Health Psychology and a BS in Applied Psychology. She has experience as a school psychologist, conducting behavioural assessments, developing individualized education plans (IEPs), and supporting children’s mental health. Dr. Rowe has contributed to peer-reviewed research on mental health, including studies on anxiety disorders and the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare systems. Skilled in SPSS, Minitab, and academic writing, she is committed to advancing psychological knowledge and promoting well-being through evidence-based practice.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy.