Building effective study habits is essential for students with ADHD. While it can be challenging and overwhelming at times, encouraging your child and providing the right tools are crucial for their academic success. In Part 2 of this series, you’ll
Mastering your ADHD Child’s Procrastination, part 1
Welcome to the first installment of our 3-part series dedicated to helping you support your ADHD child with procrastination. In this series, we’ll show you some practical, science-backed strategies to help your child manage and overcome procrastination. The Challenge that
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 new chapter successfully. Beyond the traditional advice, here
Preparing for Finals 101 When You Have ADHD: What You Need to Know
Have you noticed your teen staring at a textbook for hours, and watched their eyes glaze over? Or maybe you know that they meticulously crafted a study schedule, only to find themselves completely sidetracked by dog videos on YouTube. If
How Executive Function Coaching Empowers Students with ADHD
Understanding Executive Functioning in ADHD What is Executive Functioning? Executive functioning encompasses a set of mental skills that enable individuals to plan, organize, manage time, stay focused, regulate emotions, and achieve goals. These cognitive processes work together seamlessly, like a
How the Report Card Can Up Your Child’s Game
It’s the academic year half-way mark. You most likely got your child’s most recent report card. Did you get a sinking feeling when you saw it? Report cards can bring about a mix of emotions on behalf of your middle
How Pilgrims Used Executive Function to Plan Their Feast
Right now, you might be thinking about how the Pilgrims were able to put together such amazing and detailed feasts without all the technology we have today, especially when it seems like your own kids are struggling to turn in
Making the Transition to College: Characteristics and Skills That Are Critical to Success, part 2
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
A Guide to Surviving College for Students with ADD/ADHD and Executive Function Challenges: Part 3. The Importance of Note-Taking
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