Every teen—and parent—knows what the exploding bookbag looks like: a jumble of books, assignments, and school supplies all tumbling out at once. Managing papers, lockers, and homework is challenging. Teens with ADHD may not know how to get and stay organized. They often have difficulty organizing their space and time, especially when it comes to…

Adult ADHD can impact your earning power. Researchers found that high school graduates with ADHD earn about 17 percent less than their peers. They are also more likely to become unemployed and to receive disability benefits related to their inability to work. The symptoms of inattention, short-term memory difficulties, and poor organizational skills are part…

Ask the Expert: IEPs, 504 plans, and the New Educational Landscape Tuesday, August 24 12 PM EDT Featuring Richard Weinfeld As schools reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, special attention needs to be paid to how to help students with special educational needs resume progress in their learning. Parents and educators should consider these three questions:…