Hi Peter , I have coached lots of children that have had challenges with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ,most of my challenges with them were instructions when interventions with groups , each individual is different , what helped me with the children was how well their home and school structure was with the child ,find this out ? Engage with the parent or career .they need clear and precise information and rules , we want them to be expressive and creative but with the condition some need a structured session or always busy give him or her responsibilities and challenges within the practice but try not to single them out , ignore bad behaviour and reward good . They like to feel they are being helpful and looking for that attention and reaction from players and coaches ,sometimes disruptive (ignore this ) but when completing something good reward like you would do with others , we also need to try and balance the appraisals for good actions and not over do it ,others within your group needs the same also , balance is crucial .but tough and challenging . I’m no expert in this field but sharing some knowledge and experience.

I have linked a article below  

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/living-with/

I hope this helps 

regards 

barry

Thanks Barry

We had a training session last night and what I've found that he needs something to do all the time. If not he becomes distracted and messes around. This has an impact on the other players and the session. You're right using simple but direct language really worked last night. I asked him to help collect cones at the end which he relished.

I am learning all the time and the challenge will broaden my experience.

Thanks again!

Thanks Barry

We had a training session last night and what I've found that he needs something to do all the time. If not he becomes distracted and messes around. This has an impact on the other players and the session. You're right using simple but direct language really worked last night. I asked him to help collect cones at the end which he relished.

I am learning all the time and the challenge will broaden my experience.

Thanks again!