Learning that a child has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may evoke different responses in different parents. You may be relieved to learn the cause for your child's difficulties at school and with social relationships; you may be confused about what ADHD is and what it means for your child; or you may be distressed to learn that your child has a medical condition. Regardless of your personal reaction, you probably have a lot of questions. One of the first things you need to know is that you are not alone - many other parents are going through the same thing. There are a variety of treatments available to help manage ADHD, such as behavioural therapy, counselling and medication. With appropriate treatment, children with ADHD can learn to overcome the challenges presented by the disorder.   ::   Professionals who work with children with ADHD have reported many positive features of ADHD when it is managed appropriately. Children with ADHD are often creative, intuitive, hard working and compassionate.   ::   Stimulant medications are not addictive when used as directed. Studies have shown that ADHD medication may actually protect teenagers and adults with ADHD against the risk of substance abuse.   ::   Children with ADHD may demand more teacher time because they often need more support, guidance and feedback than their classmates.