Making friends is easy for some, but a struggle for others. Especially young adults on the Autism Spectrum. If making and keeping friendships is difficult, you can be socially isolated. Having difficulties with social skills, building meaningful relationships is challenging. Check out these strategies to help at home, at work, and at play.
Author: Edie Brown
15 Best Free Mobile Apps for College Students with ADHD and Autism (2023)
College students with ADHD and Autism have a tough time. Less than 5% graduate (McLaughlin, 2019). What can we do? Technology can help. Check out my reviews of 15 free mobile apps. My teens, young adults, and adults chimed in too.
Need Help in School? Seek Special Education Advocates for ADHD and Autism
Parents of teens and young adults with ADHD and Autism: Got a beef with your school about services or accommodations? A special education advocate can help smooth out the rough spots. These tips can help to find the right match for you.
Research: There’s a Causal Link Between Lead Exposure and ADHD!
Got negative symptoms of ADHD? Is your child extra hyper? Look around…it might be lead poisoning. Recent NIH research cites lead as “one of the most dangerous environmental pollutants, and it is suspected to be associated with ADHD.” The jury is still out on the entire potential risk for ADHD, but here’s what we do know.
How Does Asperger’s Syndrome Affect Teen Grades in High School?
Teens and young adults with Asperger’s Syndrome often struggle in school. These research based strategies are winners. For both home and school.
7 Tips for Teaching Algebra 2 to ADHD teens with Dyscalculia
ADHD teens with dyscalculia struggle with math understanding and calculations. Number based operations are impacted too. Algebra 2 builds upon Algebra 1 and Geometry. Use these tips to teach Algebra 2 based on ADHD and competencies.
Dysgraphia in College Students with ADHD: Accommodations and Modifications
College students with ADHD often suffer from dysgraphia. This learning disability in writing makes academics difficult. Accommodations and modifications provide opportunities for success. Self-knowledge helps them to figure out which supports they should use. Low-tech and technology provide many options.
How Can Project Based Learning Help Teens With ADHD?
Teens with ADHD can focus better working in groups. Project Based Learning (PBL) allows them to have different ideas, share them, then turn them into innovative ideas. Uses student-driven activities to build self-esteem.
8 Strategies to Prevent Summer Slide for College Students with ADHD
College students with ADHD suffer learning loss during breaks. The Summer Slide is equated with K-12, but college ADHDers need more. These 8 strategies lead the way.
What Are the 5 Best Ways to Stop Bullying of Teens With Autism?
Teens with Autism are more likely to be bullied than peers. 45% of high-functioning adults with Autism report being bullied as children. Stop the cycle with these research-based strategies.