Empowering Minds, Bridging Understanding, Celebrating Neurodiversity: Support for Individuals with ADHD/Autism, Their Families, and Professionals.
Many of us in the disability community are familiar with the term “accommodation.” Accommodations refer to modifications in the environment, curriculum, or workplace that enable individuals with disabilities to have equal access. This concept plays a crucial role in how we engage with the world. But how can we make the most of these accommodations?…
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.
College students with disabilities can face more challenges compared to elementary and high school. This is especially true for students with ADHD. There are learning strategies for the college application process focused on accommodations. Some colleges/universities make it easier; review the list to learn what they are. The application process is more established on learning…
Students with ADHD are often impacted by working memory and executive functioning challenges. It makes doing school tasks and work more challenging. Giving additional time provides them with support to be successful.
People with ADHD are less likely than others to attend college. Lower graduation rates are often attributed to greater psychological difficulties. Fortunately, trends show an increasing college population of students with ADHD, growing to approximately 2% to 8%. Another 20% of non-labeled students are approaching its diagnostic criteria. Compared to peers, people with ADHD face…
Whether tests, quizzes, or standardized tests, students with ADHD should use specific strategies to help performance. For these strategies to be effective, it will depend on what was done beforehand. Include reading and understanding materials being evaluated. Prepare early and take frequent breaks. Avoid waiting until the last minute to limit stress. Maintain a positive…