A brainstorm on my lunchbreak, and a clarification

So, here on my lunch-break, I’m thinking about the idea of increasing the awareness of what students might be struggling with ADHD-I.First though, I’ve wanted to clarify for a while (and just keep forgetting) that “ADHD-I” stands for...

ADHD Anecdote–From a teacher’s perspective

As a junior high teacher, a lot of one’s time is spent controlling the room. Finding the perfect balance between strict and “cool” (always favoring strict over “cool” is the way, fyi, but this ain’t a teaching blog, so I won’t...

ADHD Pop Quiz-the ignored population

To anyone who has researched ADHD, what I’m about to ask will not be difficult. To others, it might be surprising. (And a little infuriating.)Statistically, there is a group of students that have ADHD that is highly under-recognized. I’ll give you three...

Inspirational Quote for ADHD–Sir Matthew Hale

The more business a man has to do, the more he is able to accomplish, for he learns to economize his time.–Sir Matthew HaleWhile I disavow Hale’s views on rape, I’ve gotta give it to the guy: this quote is perfect for somebody with ADHD.I have found...