Essays and reports that require students to communicate what they know on paper factor more prominently into the curriculum.
It is no wonder that writing can create such anxiety in students with ADHD.
Appropriateaccommodationsand support can help students with ADHD manage the challenges that might affect their writing abilities.
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Breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks can also help.
Help With Organization
Organizational strategies like outlining can help.
This can give kids the time they need to produce quality work and finish their assignments.
However, it is important to remember that each kid is different.
Experimenting with different methods and supports can help each child figure out what works best for them.
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