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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My son is the same, but we've weaned him off medication because of his career goals. 6 a.m. workouts, plus an executive functioning/ADHD coach, both help (not as much as medication). He can still get mostly As, though he probably works harder than most kids. [/quote]

NP - Curious about the career goals, is he interested in a service academy or military? DS is 12 and medicated and dreams of a service academy. We are so torn on what to do. [/quote]

You do the right thing.  Do you think it’s appropriate for someone who has poor focus, attention, slow processing speed, and executive function to be handed a whole host of high level responsibilities that include synthesizing a lot of information quickly, accurately, and being decisive. And the results of those decisions meaning life or death for many.  Not appropriate to try and game the system to get around adhd limitations [/quote]

Save your scolding for someone who cares. A lot of people with ADHD are uniquely suited for high pressure and life and death jobs. The ability to hyperfocus and the unique risk taking profile of people with ADHD makes them an asset in Special Forces or being a fighter pilot. ER doc or EMT is also a good job.
https://www.additudemag.com/joining-the-military-adhd-anxiety/?srsltid=AfmBOor8l4TfU34YfVTy7NGnaUcWYCFHsEjsDB8bWdidSpeH7aX5QlC9

https://www.theladdermethod.com/blog/adhd-friendly-jobs-best-careers-for-adults-with-adhd[/quote]

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