Introduction With every new year, there comes a perfect opportunity for a fresh start. If your child’s study skills have felt off-track or in need of a reboot, this is the time to hit reset, especially as we head into
Want to do Poorly on Midterms? Do This
You know it’s coming. Midterms are right around the corner. But your teen is busy with a million other things. An English paper is due. A science project to complete. A hockey away game. Your child might be thinking, “No
5 Roadblocks That Undermine Academic Achievement — and How to Help
If you’re a parent of a middle or high school student, you are undoubtedly aware of the academic challenges your child faces. Adolescence is a defining period filled with complex psychological, emotional, and intellectual changes, and navigating the academic landscape
Coping with Stress and Anxiety in your ADHD Child, part 3
Is your middle or high school child with ADHD struggling with stress and anxiety? Their teenage years are tough enough, but when ADHD is added to the mix, those challenges can feel even more complicated. As a parent, it’s normal
Developing Daily Study Habits in your ADHD Child, part 2
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
8 Ways to Start the School Year on the Wrong Foot
Steering Clear of Pitfalls: How to Avoid Common Mistakes and Kickstart a Successful Academic Year The thrill of the back-to-school season can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. From the fluttery anticipation of a fresh academic year to the tangible anxiety
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 take on new responsibilities. This extends beyond academics and their
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
College Admissions And The Pivotal Role of GPA
For many parents, college admissions can feel overwhelming. Remember the frantic scramble for last-minute permission slips and color-coded folders the night before your child’s big school presentation? Now imagine that same level of stress, multiplied by a hundred, as your
Sending Your Child Back to College with Executive Function Deficits?
Navigating college life with executive function deficits and other learning disabilities often means encountering a unique set of academic, organizational, and social hurdles. The combination of a demanding academic schedule, newfound independence, and an omnipresent social environment can be challenging.
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