Successful ADD Students
| September 30, 2009 | Posted by Brenda under School |
During the years that I worked in the Learning Assistance Center at Schoolcraft College, I noticed that many of the successful ADD Students I worked with had a few things in common. While the students I worked with were in college, the same applies to younger students.
Here’s a brief list:
Successful ADD Students accepted their ADHD and their differences. They had learned that their ADHD brain worked differently from the brain of someone without ADHD, and they were OK with that. There are lots of people who will tell you that they have ADHD, but they will refuse any special help and instead blame their problems on others. Successful ADD Students are willing to own their ADHD and the traits that come with it.
Successful ADD Students have learned what they need in order to succeed and they aren’t afraid or embarrassed to ask for it. This would include things like a different location for testing, extra time on tests, shorter homework assignments and even a reader or writer to help them. These types of accommodations are determined by whoever diagnoses the ADHD and need to be on file at the school. Teachers are supposed to be aware of them and abide by them, but successful ADD Students have learned to ask if it is not offered.
Successful ADD Students understand that it may take them longer than others to finish their work but they are committed to getting it done. They utilize things like frequent breaks, drawing pictures, talking to themselves, and walking around the room in order to help them absorb the material.
Successful ADD Students have learned to sit in the front row in class in order to be closer to the teacher and less distracted by others in the classroom. If they fidget a lot, they have learned to bring something small and quiet to occupy their hands. They may draw pictures or doodle in class – again as a way to keep that restless part of their mind busy.
Successful ADD Students have found what helps them learn most effectively and they put it to use. With some help and careful observation, your student can be a Successful ADD Student too.
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