Ruchie, dearest, give yourself a pat on the back. What you are doing for this kid is amazing. You are probably right - positive reinforcement does wonders. A few more thoughts though. Remember, a kid with ADHD means that they have the inability to focus on one thing because they're focussing on everything. So, they are more likely to succeed in a quiet one on one atmosphere. A classroom is chaos to them. Pencils snapping, papers rattling, the noises of the furnace, the fan, etc...... is overwhelming. So you're right - it's not that he can't focus - he's just focussing on too many things at once.
About the OCD - I have this so if you have any quedstions let me know. If he's getting suspended for some things - it's possibly because he can't stop the behaviours.
As for getting suspended -what typical behaviours are you seeing???
As for his intelligence - chances are he's bright - most kids with ADHD are. Test scores have nothing to do with their IQ. He may have gaps in his learning - missed some of the basics because he just couldn't learn them in that environemnt. This may be affecting his test scores now. Trace back and make sure he's got the basics. How's that for rambling.??? LOL
Hugs to you,
Han.
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