Tonight, for the first time in almost a decade, I’ll be stepping into a college classroom as a student. Before anyone questions my sanity, not to worry. I’m enrolled in an eight-week, non-credit writing course, not a degree program. Of course, this temporary shift in my availability presents a new challenge for our family. Working […]
Category: ADHD & academics
Is homeschooling right for your family?
Last week, we heard from Meg about homeschooling her oldest child, who has ADHD. Figuring out whether homeschooling is right for your family can be overwhelming. Checking in with Meg as we go, let’s explore a few questions you should ask yourself before taking the plunge. Do you have time? ADHD is highly heritable. If a […]
What’s it like to homeschool a child with ADHD?
Some kids with ADHD are lucky enough to thrive in school. The concrete expectations and structure compensate for their executive functioning weaknesses. Others struggle mightily just to sit at a desk. I recently caught up with my lovely friend Meg to talk about homeschool. Meg runs her own business in addition to caring for three children, […]