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Most frightening thing for teens and young adults with ADHD? Taking tests.
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 attitude.
- Ask for accommodations (i.e. read-to, extended time, calculator, scribe).
- Begin with adequate test-taking supplies.
- Listen to last-minute instructions.
- Understand the test by reading it in its entirety.
- Ask for read-to/read-to selected accommodation. Reread if necessary.
- Start with the easiest problems/questions.
- Read the entire question before answering.
- Analyze images/diagrams.
- Review every answer for accuracy.
- Ask for read-to/read-to selected accommodation if usure what question means.
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Thank you so much for all these articles that I have read. My son is 12 and having to struggle with learning disablities and home work and test its overwhelming dor him and me. It feels good to know that some one out there is going thru it too. Some people feel that ADHD/ ADD is not a issue but being a mother you fight everyday to make sure your child is on the right path even with medication some times that is not enough. Thank you so much for these…they put life a littier at ease.
Thank you for sharing your story. I was inspired by my ADHD parents when I was a teacher. So much so, that I changed my career to academic therapy.
Older kids with ADHD are almost invisible, with society ignoring their needs. I use my blog and social media to spread the word. Sign up for my email list on the home page. It notifies you of blog posts and sends a newsletter as well. My social media buttons are there too (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Google+).
Hang in there. There are millions of families and teachers who stop by to spread the news. Look, listen, share. The world is open to you.
EdieLovesMath empowers individuals with ADHD and Autism, their families, and professionals through a 4-step plan that builds confidence and success in reading, math, writing, and organization. As someone with a neurodiverse brain herself, Edie understands the challenges and triumphs of navigating learning differences firsthand. Join us. We’re here to guide your journey.
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