Experience of Parents in Seeking Treatment for their Child Diagnosed with ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) continues to be a prevalent childhood diagnosis, for which parents seek treatment for their children. The purpose of the study was to examine the experiences of parents as they seek treatment for their child diagnosed with ADHD. This qualitative case study used Yin's theoretical framework and included participants from one county in a Northeastern state of the United States. The research findings have added to the psychological community by bringing to light parental experiences in seeking treatment and persistent challenges parents faced with school systems. Many participants felt schools were the most difficult part of their treatment seeking experiences, and reported frustration about not having 504 Accommodations implemented or resources provided.
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