Stimulants Help Delay Rewards with ADD

Parents and teachers know that a potent reward can help a child with Attention Deficit Disorder to have better focus. Adults with ADD often learn to reward themselves to help focus. A study suggests that methylphenidate might help people with ADD to delay small, immediate rewards for larger ones.

Stimulants Help Delay Rewards with ADD

Remember, if you are going to reward a child, ask them what they want!

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Delaying gratification is difficult, even if you don't have ADD, in our "instant everything" world.