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[quote=Anonymous]For ADHD kids, it’s not necessarily lack of motivation but lack of the executive function skills to make themselves do what needs to be done. We’ve focused on process- make the kid make a list and verbalize a plan for getting it done. In times of struggle, have them sit next to us at the dining room table while we do our own work (or whatever but give them someone to body double). For a while in 9 th grade we were much more hands on than a typical high schooler needs, but now in 11th grade they are pretty self sufficient. We also outsourced a lot of nagging to an executive function coach at the end of 9th grade. For her sport, when she’s in a good frame of mind, talk to her about what kinds of practice would help her improve. Ask explicitly if it’s worth it to her and if she wants help in making and sticking to a plan. Or if she’s ok with her current level. I would totally let her take the lead on this- it seems a safe place for natural consequences. [/quote]
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