That is the most terrific article about ADHD I have ever read it is so to the point. I am an adult with ADHD and did not understand until my son was diagnosed. I am forwarding a copy to his school.

 

                                       Thanks,

                                       Jeannette

Being an ADHD mom is very stressful! I have a second full time job--managing my daughter's school work!! Contacting teachers weekly, confronting my daughter on projects, reading books.... I love the list that you provide. I will definately print this list and show my girl and pass on to her teachers. She does not qualify for an IEP in our state, but does have a 504 plan. I ask each year that they notify me in the case of missing assignments, failed tests, etc. They don't do it...too many kids to keep track of. It's really a full time job...

I have 3 sons 2 with ADHD and one with ADD.  My son with ADD has had the most difficult time in school and I literally just scheduled an appointment with his teachers and counselor for this friday (it's his first year of High school).  He is already struggling and we are trying to fingure out a plan for him.  This list of "things" is the best thing I've read to help explain to his teacher everything he is feeling and that he goes through.  THANK YOU SO MUCH! .... I am taking it with me Friday.

 

Chicago Mom

When a child with ADHD is not impulsive, is paying attention, is not forgetting anything and is basically on task it means that they are working very hard. You may not notice it because it doesn't seem extraordinary to you. I have watched my son struggle to do a good job and it takes much more effort than most people realize. I wish the teachers recognized that effort.