Introduction
In my previous article, I discussed two ways, keeping a set schedule and exercising your brain, to stay busy during the holiday season with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In this article, I will expand upon this topic and provide more ways for parents to provide their children with ways to stay occupied during winter break.
Keep Busy
When you have free time, especially during winter break when your children do not have school work, it is essential to keep busy. According to healthcentral.com, the following can be noted:
In the weeks leading up to the holiday, it is easy to stay busy. There is shopping, baking, cooking, school events and parties to go to. There seems to be a never ending supply of things to do. But once the holiday is over, days off from school loom ahead. Life moves from chaotic to “there’s nothing to do.” Of course, there is driving you crazy and fighting with siblings but it’s those behaviors you are trying to keep to a minimum. When preparing for the holiday, don’t stop at bedtime Christmas day; plan activities for throughout the week.
Let Them Be Involved
In addition to keeping your children busy, another way to keep your children occupied during the holiday season is to let them be involved. According to study.com, the following can be stated about keeping your kids involved in your holiday routine:
This is another great way to keep your ADHD child well behaved during the holidays. Letting them be involved will keep them busy as well as near to you so that you can monitor their behavior. Take them holiday shopping with you and let them help to pick out gifts for special family members and friends. Let them pitch in on cooking and baking. This can become a great learning experience for them as well as keeping them occupied and out of trouble.
Conclusion
In my previous article about keeping kids occupied during winter break, I mentioned having parents let their children keep a set schedule and continuing to exercise their brains during winter break. In this article, I provided more ways to help your children stay occupied during the holiday season. They include keeping busy and letting your children be involved in your holiday-prepping routine. When your children are busy, they will be less distracted. When your children are involved in your holiday-prepping, they will feel welcomed and less hyperactive and anxious.