Strategies families can apply to support the school success of children with ADHD and ways to collaborate with schools.
Children with ADHD may face various challenges at school. However, academic success is possible with appropriate support and strategies.
Challenges at School
Difficulties children with ADHD may experience: - Difficulty sitting in class - Problems organizing notes - Difficulty completing homework - Timing problems on exams - Difficulty with project planning
Homework Strategies
Routines - Working at the same time, in the same place - Distraction-free environment - Working with short breaks - Reward system
Organization - Weekly planning - Checklists - Color coding - Regular filing
Support - Being nearby - Guiding - Encouraging - Being patient
School Collaboration
- Regular communication with the teacher
- Requesting an IEP
- Classroom accommodations
- Extra time and adaptations
Focusing on Strengths
Children with ADHD also have strengths: - Creativity - Energy - Enthusiasm - Thinking differently
Discovering and supporting these strengths increases the child's self-confidence.
Berna EMEKTAR
Umut Yolcuları Special Education Center
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