Barta, Ruth J.2010-07-222010-07-222010-07-22http://purl.umn.edu/92290The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is a common problem diagnosed in children. A concerning issue that may come as a result of ADHD is poor performance in school. Medication is one way to treat children with ADHD. For parents who do not want to put their child on medication, studies have shown that behavior modification is a useful, non-medication, way to help improve the scholastic performance of children with ADHD .en-USAttention deficit hyperactivity disorderADHDnon-medication therapyHelping your child with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder- without medicationOther