EDSN 503 - Strategies for Supporting Teenagers with ADD/ADHD (3)

According to research, teenagers who have attention-deficit disorder or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) benefit immensely when their teachers believe in them. Academic and interpersonal success often eludes ADD/ADHD students, especially once they reach high school. In fact, 90% of those who have attention deficits will face serious social or academic challenges at some point in their school careers. That’s why it’s crucial for you to understand why these students struggle and how to help them.  

Regardless of how familiar you are with ADD/ADHD, this course will give you the information you need to identify students who have these disorders and to prevent and manage potential behavioral problems associated with them. You’ll develop specific prevention and intervention strategies for a host of symptoms that interfere with success, including how to modify your teaching style, classroom environment, scheduling, and assignments to help ADD/ADHD students. Finally, you’ll learn the impact of ADD/ADHD medications and how to monitor and support students who take them.

With the knowledge and skills you gain in this course, you will be equipped to be the positive influence that students with ADD/ADHD desperately need as they transition into adulthood.