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.
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18 Best Free Mobile Apps for College Students with ADHD (2021)
College students with ADHD rarely graduate (3% vs 35%). These 18 mobile apps can act as assistive technology. Get these tried-and-true apps. Student reviews too.
Help! My Loved One Cannot Stay Off Screens!
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Art, Technology, Autism: The Answer?
The trick of the decade: Art and Technology. This is especially beneficial for teens on the autistic spectrum. Here’s how it works. Digital artists work using creative processes. Additionally, media is used to create work. Last 4-printed ceramics Digital art artists Contemporary tools Intertwined code generated Digital art is an artistic work integrated with technology….
What Happens When Kids Live on Their SmartPhones?
Screen Time How much time do you spend on your phone every day? Answer? More than family time. How about your kids? Less than you! Dinner Parties Work Games Social Media Believe it or not, adults spend more screen time than kids. Luckily, there are apps that can track duration, identify apps, and research notifications….
Computers in the Classroom: What Does That Mean for Students with ADHD?
In K-12 and higher education, technology is all the rage. However, there’s no secret that parents, teachers, policymakers, and students have disagreeing opinions on its potential benefits. Add the fact that it can be a distraction and the table changes for students with ADHD. In some cases, if computers are used to an excessive extent,…
ADHD kids glued to mobile devices? Think digital literacy.
Digital Literacy Super Heroes (3 teachers) Knowing how to text and load apps is not enough. You need healthy habits when using technology. The internet is a tool to achieve academic, professional, and personal goals. The focus is to have the ability to perform tasks effectively in a variety of environments. Digital literacy is the…
Struggling? Try online learning.
Online instruction is a developing solution that provides greater understanding and deeper involvement for students with ADHD. Online learning takes place over the internet, anytime, anyplace. The learner takes responsibility for success. Students with ADHD have to be extremely motivated to adapt to the unstructured environment. Luckily there are several platforms to choose from, each…