Intervención en la autorregulación en niños con TDAH en un centro de salud pública

Abstract

This systematization of experiences was carried out at a health center in the city of Guayaquil, where problems associated with child neurodevelopment were identified, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In response to this reality, a psychoeducational worshop Project was implemented for parents anda caregivers, with the aim of strengthening their knowledge and strategies for appropriately supporting children. The intervention focused on modifying parenting practices that contributed to behavioral dysregulation, addressing concepts such as the coercive cycle, family projection, and chronic anxiety. Through psychoeducational worshops, positive reinforcement strategies, structuring routines, establishing clear rules, and using visual aids, a more functional understanding of children’s behavior was promoted, highlighting the active role of caregivers as agents og change. The results showed progressive parental participation, a decrease in the use of coercive practices, and an increase in the application of positive behavioral strategies. Significant progress was also observed in children’s self-regulation, reflected in a reduction of impulse behaviors, greater adherence to rules, and better frustration tolerance in the family context. The lessons learned underlined the importance of collaboration between the different actors in the educational environment, including teachers, parents and the children themselves. The flexibility and adaptability of the interventions proved to be key to their success, allowing activities to be adjusted to the individual needs of the students. In addition, the need to continue promoting psychoeducation as a fundamental tool to strengthen self-esteem from an early age, contributing to the comprehensive well-being of children, was recognized