Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common behavioral conditions of childhood.  It affects about three to nine percent of school-age children. PacifiCare Behavioral Health (PBH) is pleased to offer parents and caregivers help in caring for children with ADHD.

This page is a part of PBH's ADHD Toolkit. You will find helpful reading material, worksheets, and links to other information on the Internet. Please look through this Toolkit and discuss it with your child’s health care provider.  Your child’s health care provider may offer advice and other tools for you to consider.

The information, links and worksheets provided on this web page are for informational purposes only. These are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use the information to diagnose or treat a health problem without first consulting a qualified health care provider.

ADHD Toolkit

Helping the Child with ADHD - a helpful brochure with information about what causes ADHD and what to do about it.

• ADHD Health Care Appointment Planner (PDF) - a worksheet to help plan for your child's health care appointments.
• Medication Log (PDF) - a worksheet to help keep track of your child's medication history and changes.

Tools to Help with School

The following tools, when used together with your child's school teacher and staff can help your child with ADHD do better in school.

• Daily/Weekly School Report Card and FAQ (PDF)
• Behavior Change Tracking Chart and Reward Planner (PDF)

Support Groups

• Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) - Chapter Locator

Internet Resources

• National Institute for Mental Health
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Bright Futures