ADHD and back to school - how to prepare your child for the new school year

September - challenging time for children with ADHD

Returning to school after summer vacation is stressful for every child, but for children with ADHD it can be particularly difficult. Routine changes, new demands, and the need to sit at a desk for long periods is a recipe for frustration.

Typical September challenges

Children with ADHD often experience:

Adaptation difficulties - transitioning from vacation freedom to school discipline

Concentration problems - the "vacation brain" needs time to adjust

Impulsivity - difficulty waiting for their turn, interrupting

Forgetfulness - losing supplies, forgetting homework

Emotional problems - frustration, anger, low self-esteem

How to prepare your child for the school year?

### 2-3 weeks before school starts

1. **Gradually introduce routine** - earlier wake-up times, regular meals

2. **Discuss expectations** - talk about what awaits at school

3. **Prepare a study space** - organize a quiet, distraction-free area

4. **Plan an organization system** - colored folders, labels, task calendar

### School collaboration

Inform the teacher about the diagnosis (if appropriate)

Establish a seating strategy close to the teacher

Discuss the possibility of more frequent breaks

Plan regular home-school communication

Neurofeedback as support

Many families decide on intensive neurofeedback training before the school year begins. Why?

### Benefits of neurofeedback before the school year:

Better concentration - the brain is better prepared for learning

Less impulsivity - easier adaptation to rules

Better emotional regulation - less frustration

Improved working memory - easier following instructions

### Optimal timing

Ideally, start neurofeedback training 4-6 weeks before the school year to:

Achieve initial effects before September

Continue therapy in the first weeks of school

Stabilize new brain activity patterns

Daily strategies for parents

### Morning

Prepare clothes and backpack the night before

Set multiple alarms as reminders

Allow time for movement before leaving (trampoline, dog walk)

Avoid rushing - wake up earlier

### After school

Allow energy release before homework

Break tasks into small parts

Use the pomodoro technique (25 min study, 5 min break)

Reward effort, not just results

### Evening

Establish a consistent bedtime routine

Limit screens an hour before bed

Prepare everything for tomorrow

Discuss the plan for the next day

When to seek additional help?

Consider a consultation if:

Your child fights going to school every morning

Behavioral problems appear

Visible decline in self-esteem

Growing frustration and conflicts

Our "Ready for School" program

At Biosync, we offer a special preparatory program for children with ADHD:

1. **QEEG examination** - assessment of current brain function

2. **Intensive neurofeedback training** - 3x weekly for 4-6 weeks

3. **Parent consultations** - home support strategies

4. **Progress monitoring** - ongoing effect assessment

Don't wait for problems

If your child has ADHD, don't wait for crises. Proactive action before the school year can prevent many difficulties. Book a free consultation and learn how we can help.