ADHD in Teens

Find the most up-to-date information and coping strategies for managing ADD and ADHD in teens.

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Making the Most of the School Year
Teens with ADHD may struggle in school and have a difficult time keeping up with all of the requirements and responsibilities as well as the social opportunities. Ten tips to make the most of the school year.
Study Skills for High School Students with ADHD
Teenagers with ADHD often have a difficult time taking tests. Knowing and understanding the work does not always equate to remembering the work during a test. Read about some strategies to help high school students with taking tests.
Failing, in Order to Succeed
Evelyn Polk Green, President of ADDA, talks about the benefits of failing in order to learn and later succeed. Although a hard lesson, sometimes it is a lesson that helps us in the future.

Leaving Children Home Alone
Many parents wonder whether their children are ready to stay home alone. Although this depends on your individual child, Eileen Bailey provides some guidelines to determine when they are ready and some steps to take for preparing them.
Tips for Organization
Expert Eileen Bailey offers tips for teens to help them stay organized for school.
Girls with ADHD: Risks of Depression and Eating Disorders
Recent studies have shown a link between girls with ADHD and the risk of developing depression and eating disorders. Expert Terry Matlen examines the results of the studies.
Teens and Peer Pressure
Teens with ADHD are just like most teens: they want to belong; they want to feel liked and accepted. They want to feel part of a group. Unfortunately, teens with ADHD often feel quite the opposite.Parents can take some steps to help their teens stay on the right track.
When Teens With ADHD Are Defiant
When a teen is defiant the entire household suffers. Eileen Bailey offers tips on how parents can take control and reclaim their home as theirs.
Tough Love
Get information on several programs available for troubled teens; commonly referred to as “boot camp” or “wilderness camps."
Substance Abuse in Teens With ADHD
Several studies have shown that teens with ADHD are at a higher risk for substance abuse than their non-ADD counterparts.
When to See a Doctor for Teens with ADD
As children enter middle school and high school, their responsibilities increase and they are expected to be more independent. These extra tasks and responsibilities can cause symptoms of ADD to become more noticeable. The following guidelines can help determine if you should seek medical attention for your child.
Teens, Behind the Wheel with ADHD
Driving is risky, especially for teenagers. Teens with ADHD are at an even greater risk of speeding and getting into accidents. Parents can help minimize distractions and promote safe driving habits by taking into account the following tips.
When Children with ADD Become Adults
High school graduation often brings with it a host of lifestyle changes, which can have implications for the treatment and maintenance of ADHD. Find out what changes and warning signs to look for to keep coping successfully after graduation.
The Fine Art of Raising a Teen With ADHD
Parenting a teen with ADHD is a delicate balance of teaching independence and responsibility and then reining it in when necessary. ADHD Expert Eileen Bailey shares step-by-step tips that she has gathered through years of experience to help guide you through these challenging years.
Self-Advocacy in High School and College
For people with ADHD, it is important to learn how to become self-sufficient and find the best ways to manage your condition. Self-advocacy will help ensure your ability to accommodate your health care needs and live successfully with ADHD.