A day in a student's life with ADHDPosted by Umang on December 11th, 2019 Being an ADHD student is challenging, but with the help of supportive adults and a reliable schedule, children with ADHD problems can thrive. If you have a child with ADHD, or you work with one, here is an idea of the typical things they experience throughout the day.
A first-person account of what it's like to live with ADHD:
7:30 am: I wake up at the same time as I do every day. The sound of my alarm is irritating. I'm feeling a little bit antsy, but completing the small tasks, my mom has on my morning list helps. I put my dirty clothes in the laundry, brush my teeth and hair, and make my cereal. I take my morning medication.
10 am: I have trouble in large groups, but I've made one best friend, and we partner for an in-class activity. I sit toward the wall, so I'm not distracted by the noise and activity in the rest of the room.
1 pm: I spend an hour of my lunch outside, playing basketball. Doing an activity during the middle of the day helps me burn off energy and focus better during my afternoon classes.
3 pm: From school, my mom picks me up. She has a snack ready. I function better when I have small meals and snacks throughout the day. When we get home, she sets up my homework station with everything I need, and before evening activities, I have done my homework in a quiet setting.
9 pm: After dinner and a few hours of watching TV or playing a board game, I do my evening routine the same way and get to bed at my usual bedtime. Kids with ADHD can sometimes have trouble sleeping, and going to bed at the same time helps me get enough rest.
Having ADHD as a student can bring about social and academic challenges, but a regular routine and some healthy coping mechanisms make life easier. Little tricks like laying out clothes the night before, reducing screen time, and keeping chores small can make a big difference. IIAHP provides the best ADHD Treatment.
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