ADHD Hacks and Habits

Written By Jenni Dorfsman

Alex is in 10th grade. He was diagnosed in middle school with ADHD and mild ASD, so attributes which mostly revolved around his social interactions with peers. He takes 15-20 mg of ritalin during the school week. Alex struggles the most when there is a lack of structure. This impacts him both in and out of school, but Alex manages it differently depending on his environment. His grades are in the B to C range, which is satisfactory to both him and his parents. His success is based on the factors below.

Habits to manage ADHD


Jenni Dorfsman

Jenni Dorfsman was a classroom teacher at an independent college preparatory school for 25 years. During that time she also worked one-on-one with students as an academic coach. Jenni works with adolescents and young adults who need support that goes beyond the classroom. She specializes in ADHD, language-based learning disorders, and helping clients discover and implement effective executive functioning strategies. Beyond this, Jenni is experienced at supporting teens with their mental health, which she recognizes as a prerequisite for effective attention to academics. Her approach helps students identify and leverage their strengths.

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