“My teen son has ADHD, and I know this makes him more likely to die in a car accident.” This was how this week’s guest blogger, Mark Connor, opened his introductory email to me. It hit home. 16 years ago this month, I took my driver’s license test. I’ve officially been driving for half my […]
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How a stick shift can help ADHD families stay safe
Are you a good driver? Is your spouse or teen with ADHD a good driver? We might hate to admit it, but the answer is often, “no” or “it depends.” ADHD cripples the executive functions required for safe and conscientious driving. Thanks to lower maturity levels and lack of driving experience, teens and young adults are especially at risk. […]