ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

What is ADHD?

Learn the three types of ADHD, the signs and symptoms of ADHD, how to manage symptoms of ADHD, and treatment options for ADHD @ ADHD facts from the CDC


High school demands top-notch study strategies, time-management tools, and organization skills. Use these ideas to overcome common ADHD challenges with taking notes, completing projects, acing exams, and more found @:

The High School Study Guide for teens with ADHD


Looking for more ideas? Try these Personal Tips from a RHS student on managing symptoms of ADHD:

  • Put your phone out of reach so you aren’t as tempted to get on it while studying or while trying to pay attention in class. For additional tips on detoxing from your electronic devices check out Digital Detox for ADHD

  • Make a physical list to help with routine and organization

  • Create deadlines and mini deadlines for yourself to help get things done

  • Prioritize what you need to get done in a day or week

  • Use fidget toys (Can be found in The Zone and Support Services)



In addition to the personal student tips provided above, here are extra tips to try courtesy of:

Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Teens by Allison Tyler, LCSW:


  • Make a list of important items you need to take with you to school each morning

  • Create a workspace for success - include things like noise-cancelling headphones or ear buds, a speaker to play background noise, and a timer to stay focused

  • Organization Cards - Use an index card, label the top with the area you will be organizing. List 3 specific tasks you will do each week to keep that area organized, set a calendar reminder at the same time each week to pull out your card and complete the tasks. Organization cards can be used for your room, your backpack, your calendar or agenda, your chores...the list is endless.

  • Color Code your classes, use different colored pens to take notes for each subject, coordinate the note color with notebook

  • Write it down, write it again, write it again...you see where I'm going here? Writing things down repeatedly helps you retain that information.

  • No motivation? Try pairing a disliked task with a task you enjoy, give yourself a reward once you've completed a task you have been putting off, break the task into smaller, more manageable steps, and imagine the sense of accomplishment you will feel once that task is completed!

  • Lose track of time? Set a timer or play your favorite song to keep you on track

  • Acknowledge your areas of weakness but focus on your areas of strength!