Ultimate Guide's to Manage Teens with ADHD.: Secrets to Parenting Your Teenager with ADHD (Paperback)
Teens with ADHD
ADHD-inattention, impulsivity and sometimes hyperactivity-remain the same during adolescence as they were earlier in childhood, but the pattern of symptoms and difficulties may change somewhat. In adolescence, some symptoms of ADHD, particularly those related to hyperactivity, can become more subtle. However, the difficulties that children experience as a result of ADHD symptoms, such as poor school performance, may intensify when they are teens due to increased demands and expectations for independent functioning.
Some of the more pronounced symptoms in teens with ADHD are related to deficits in executive functioning, the brain's ability to prioritize and manage thoughts and actions. ADHD might also get in the way of Teens' friendships. This is because they might say or do things without thinking, which can be taken the wrong way by others. They may even be bullied. Teens with ADHD often need extra support around learning to drive as well. Make sure your teen knows that ADHD can make driving harder, and consider limiting their driving until you're confident in their skills and judgment. Lastly, teenagers with ADHD may have a harder time managing their emotions or calming down when they're upset. Try to encourage teens with ADHD to talk with you or another trusted adult about their friendships, so you can offer support if needed and intervene if they're doing something risky. It can also help to get them involved in extracurricular activities, where they can meet and bond with other kids. Parents can help by teaching them deep breathing exercises or other ways to relax. If they still have a hard time with their feelings, working with a therapist may be helpful.
ADHD-inattention, impulsivity and sometimes hyperactivity-remain the same during adolescence as they were earlier in childhood, but the pattern of symptoms and difficulties may change somewhat. In adolescence, some symptoms of ADHD, particularly those related to hyperactivity, can become more subtle. However, the difficulties that children experience as a result of ADHD symptoms, such as poor school performance, may intensify when they are teens due to increased demands and expectations for independent functioning.
Some of the more pronounced symptoms in teens with ADHD are related to deficits in executive functioning, the brain's ability to prioritize and manage thoughts and actions. ADHD might also get in the way of Teens' friendships. This is because they might say or do things without thinking, which can be taken the wrong way by others. They may even be bullied. Teens with ADHD often need extra support around learning to drive as well. Make sure your teen knows that ADHD can make driving harder, and consider limiting their driving until you're confident in their skills and judgment. Lastly, teenagers with ADHD may have a harder time managing their emotions or calming down when they're upset. Try to encourage teens with ADHD to talk with you or another trusted adult about their friendships, so you can offer support if needed and intervene if they're doing something risky. It can also help to get them involved in extracurricular activities, where they can meet and bond with other kids. Parents can help by teaching them deep breathing exercises or other ways to relax. If they still have a hard time with their feelings, working with a therapist may be helpful.