"You finally got into the swing of your summer schedule - just in time to completely change it up again when the kids are getting back to school. You're not the only one feeling unsure about the new commute, carpool, and schedule. Your kids are affected, too. Adjusting to a new school year can be challenging for all children, and children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - approximately 7 million in the U.S.¹ - may experience the transition in distinct ways."
"ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that makes it challenging to focus and control behavior.² People with ADHD experience a pattern of symptoms such as inattention (difficulty staying on task, sustaining focus, staying organized), hyperactivity and impulsivity (such as moving constantly, excessively fidgeting, tapping, or talking and acting without thinking or having difficulty with self-control), and sometimes a combined presentation of all of these symptoms.²"
Children with ADHD commonly experience difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, organization, and self-control that can complicate the shift from summer to school. Establishing consistent wake times, morning routines, and structured schedules in the weeks before school begins can reduce stress and improve readiness. Checklists and step-by-step routines support timely preparation and task completion. Families can combine behavioral strategies, school accommodations, therapy, and medication as appropriate. Allowing extra time for mornings and gradual exposure to the new environment can help children adapt and manage expectations at the start of the school year.
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