Of course, the best-case scenario is if the parents or guardians can quit smoking. But that's not always immediately possible. Another option is for parents to institute a no-smoking rule in the home and the car and allow no exceptions to this rule. It is best if smokers always go outside to smoke, and this strategy may also help the parents to eventually quit. |
The stress related to having asthma might contribute to behavioral problems because the family's focus on the medical issue may make managing behavior more difficult. Or, on the other hand, behavior problems may make managing asthma symptoms more difficult. |