Parenting
Supporting girls with ADHD during exams
January 7, 2025
Exam time can trigger significant stress for girls with ADHD, as they often struggle with focus, time management, and emotional regulation. However, with tailored strategies, you can help them prepare effectively and confidently.
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Key challenges
- Difficulty maintaining focus for extended study sessions.
- Feeling overwhelmed by the volume of material.
- Procrastination and last-minute cramming.
- Anxiety and low self-confidence during exams.
Tips to support your daughter
- Structured Study Plan: Break studying into small, manageable chunks. Use visual schedules, planners, or apps to keep track of what needs to be done.
- Movement Breaks: Encourage short physical activity breaks every 20-30 minutes to help with focus and energy.
- Timers and Reminders: Use tools like alarms or visual timers to set study goals and ensure breaks don’t extend too long.
- Quiet Study Area: Provide a distraction-free, clutter-free environment for studying. Noise-canceling headphones can also help.
- Positive Reinforcement: Praise her efforts, not just results. Building confidence reduces anxiety.
Why it’s important
Providing structure, reassurance, and tailored strategies allows girls with ADHD to approach exams with greater focus and less stress, improving both their confidence and results.
