A new study suggests that the interaction among a child's disposition, parental methods, and the cognitive executive functions of the brain drastically shapes the emergence of ADHD symptoms during childhood. The research proposes that adjusting parenting strategies can aid in decreasing the potential development of ADHD among children. 

The role of a child's temperament in ADHD symptom development

• How different parenting methods impact the emergence of ADHD symptoms
• Strategies for adjusting parenting approaches to reduce the risk of ADHD development

Dr. Ray W. Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP, is a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist in Pennsylvania, a nationally certified school psychologist, and a nationally registered health service psychologist.  He specializes in clinical and school psychology, and he is board-certified in behavioral and cognitive psychology.  He maintains a private practice in Hanover, Pennsylvania, and provides telepsychology services in 39 states.  Dr. Christner’s clinical work includes psychotherapy, psychological/neuropsychological testing, and consultation services.  He works with children, adolescents, and adults with psychological, developmental, social, behavioral, and learning differences.  Dr. Christner is the co-host of the podcast Psyched to Practice.