Medication and Behavioral Training: A Complementary Approach in ASD and ADHD

Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often benefit from behavioral training to improve social communication and reduce repetitive behaviors. When ASD co‑exists with Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), psychiatrists may recommend carefully supervised medication treatment. These medications enhance focus, helping children gain more from behavioral interventions.

Parents play a central role in supporting progress. Effective approaches include:

• Using reward systems to reinforce positive behaviors.

• Remaining calm and patient, even during challenges.

• Offering timely praise to encourage adjustment.

By adopting positive parenting, families create a nurturing environment that empowers children to thrive.

Optimal outcomes require teamwork. Psychiatrists, psychologists, and educators collaborate to design individualized intervention plans that combine:

• Behavioral therapy

• Medication support (when appropriate)

• Educational resources and school integration

  
  

This collaborative framework encourages holistic progress, empowering children with ASD and ADHD to thrive academically and in their daily experiences

Interview with Dr Ho Nga Lei Lily, Specialist in Psychiatry

Recapitulated version from Creating a Brighter Horizon for Children with ASD "Medication and Behavioral Training: A Complementary Approach in ASD and ADHD" 

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