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Executive Functioning and ADHD: A Guide to Helping Your College Student Thrive: part 2

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Executive Functioning and ADHD: A Guide to Helping Your College Student Thrive: Part 2 Studying Starting college is a thrilling next step in a child’s academic career, but for students with ADHD, it can feel like navigating a maze. Picture

Executive Functioning and ADHD: A Guide to Helping Your College Student Thrive: part 1

Executive Functioning and ADHD: A Guide to Helping Your College Student Thrive: Part 1 Planning Navigating college can be an exhilarating journey, full of new experiences and opportunities for growth. However, for students with executive functioning challenges and Attention Deficit

Transitioning to College: Characteristics Needed for Academic and Personal Success

Transitioning to College: Characteristics Needed for Academic and Personal Success College kids think they have the skills needed when transitioning to college, but they don’t, so says the research. As students start their college journey, they encounter new challenges and

5 Unexpected Ways to Get Ready for College

5 Unexpected Ways to Get Ready for College Preparing for college-bound students involves more than just academic readiness. To get ready for college, students should be equipped with all of the study skills and executive functions necessary to navigate this

Making the Transition to College: Characteristics and Skills That Are Critical to Success, part 2

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Success in College: Enhancing Problem-Solving, Metacognition, Self-Determination & Time Management Skills As students embark on their college journey, they will encounter a multitude of challenges and responsibilities beyond academics that will determine their college success. In last week’s article, guest

Making the Transition to College: Characteristics and Skills That Are Critical to Success, part 1

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Preparing for College: Beyond Academics – Nurturing Self-Awareness, Advocacy, Motivation, Resilience, and Regulation Skills Kids go to college to continue their education. Sure, that’s true. But the reality of going to college involves so much more than academics. As students

A Guide to Surviving College for Students with ADD/ADHD and Executive Function Challenges: Part 3. The Importance of Note-Taking

A college student with ADD/ADHD attentively taking notes during a lecture. They are sitting at a desk with textbooks and notebooks, demonstrating active engagement in their studies

College students often find themselves grappling with numerous distractions and challenges including managing their time effectively and staying focused amidst distractions, information overload, a new environment, and the pressure to succeed. This can be particularly daunting for college students with