New Forest Parent Program: A Creative Approach to Improving Parental Participation in the Care Program for Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Abdollahi, Reza; Mohammadpour, Yousef

doi:10.22038/jpp.2025.87316.5535

New Forest Parent Program: A Creative Approach to Improving Parental Participation in the Care Program for Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Document Type : letter to the editor

Authors

Reza Abdollahi ¹

Yousef Mohammadpour ²

¹ Patient Safety Research Center, Clinical Research Institute, Nursing and Midwifery School, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran.

² Assistant Professor of Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran.

10.22038/jpp.2025.87316.5535

Abstract

One of the recent initiatives that has gained attention for the care of children with ADHD is the New Forest Parent Program (NFPP). The NFPP is a family-centered intervention specifically designed to guide and assist parents of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This program focuses on the challenges faced by parents of children with ADHD and provides targeted support aimed at educating and equipping them with effective strategies to enhance their caregiving abilities and adapt to their situation. It can be said that the goal of programs like NFPP lies in the urgent need for effective, non-pharmacological interventions for managing ADHD in young children. Early childhood is critical for cognitive development, and early intervention can fundamentally alter the trajectory of children's behavioral and emotional growth. NFPP empowers families by equipping parents with the necessary tools and strategies to address the challenges associated with ADHD, promoting positive long-term outcomes. Furthermore, the program's focus on the role of parents as primary agents of change is significant. It recognizes that family involvement in children's therapeutic processes is essential and facilitates an environment where children can thrive amidst the challenges posed by ADHD.

Keywords

Care Program

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

New forest parent program

Parental participation

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