How to Help the Teen who Has ADD/ADHD

These tips were found at Helpful Hints for the Parents of Teens and were specific to parents of children who suffer from ADD/ADHD. I found that they were just as helpful for jr high students and those without learning disabilities but who tend to be a bit disorganized.

** Have your child tackle the most difficult homework assignment first. If left until the last to be done your child could stretch out the other work he or she has in order to prolong the assignment.

** Have your child keep a planner. This shouldn’t be too difficult as most schools now provide them. Make sure your child is keepingit up to date so they do not have to rely on their memory.

** Make sure your child has a neat and organized space in which to do their homework. Stock it with all the supplies they may need; pencils, paper and books.

** Make sure your child keep a organized backpack. Empty old homework and assignments out of their folder on a daily basis.