30 Things I Tell My ADHD College Students Every Semester

Amy Theobald

Published on: 12/01/2026

College can be overwhelming for any student—but for students with ADHD, it often feels like the rules were written for someone else. I’ve worked with many college students who are intelligent, capable, and motivated—yet stuck in cycles of overwhelm, avoidance, burnout, and self-doubt. Not because they aren’t trying hard enough, but because they were never taught the skills college quietly expects. These are the 30 things I tell my ADHD college students every semester—the things that help them move from shame and survival mode into skill-building, stability, and confidence.

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Study Smarter with ADHD: Why Short Study Sessions Beat Long Marathons | ADHD U Coaching

Amy Theobald

Published on: 14/10/2025

ADHD brains don’t thrive in long study marathons. Learn how short, focused study bursts improve retention, reduce overwhelm, and fit naturally into your day. Get science-backed strategies from ADHD U’s behavior analysts.

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The $50,000 Mistake: Why Standard High School Transition Plans Often Fail ADHD Students in College

Amy Theobald

Published on: 27/04/2025

Struggling with the ADHD college transition? Standard high school plans often miss the executive functioning skills students actually need. Discover how personalized ADHD college coaching, executive functioning support, and individualized launch planning can help your student succeed, stay on track, and graduate on time.

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Why High School Success doesn't Guarantee College Readiness.

Amy Theobald

Published on: 10/04/2025

Too many students do well in High School yet flounder in college, why is that?

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