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Why didn't you mention it in your OP that she has ADHD? Because clearly if she's procrastinating, it's not optimally managed, is it? Is it a psychiatrist who prescribes, or just a regular doctor? She needs to see a psychiatrist, tweak meds, etc.

Also, meds by themselves sometimes aren't enough for ADHD. Kids also need to be explicitly taught organizational techniques from a tutor or very dedicated parent. They need to be accompanied for years to get them into routines where they use planners, learn to set phone reminders, are trained to work backwards from a deadline to estimate when they need to start a project, how to break up projects and prioritize tasks during intense multitasking periods...

Severe ADHD requires wraparound services. It's not too late to get her some help, she's just 19. Her entire life is before her. Don't give up now, OP. I've been doing this for years with my severely ADHD child. It's very hard, but it's worth it if he becomes a self-sufficient and financially independent adult. The goal is to make a big push while you're both young so you don't have to support them when you're old and tired.
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Sometimes kids with ADHD or other issues won’t accept help. [/quote]

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