ADHD Experts Podcast 576- Beat The Clock: Time Estimation and Management Help for Students with ADHD
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Sep 23, 2025 Beverley Holden Johns, a seasoned learning and behavior consultant, shares insights on time management challenges faced by students with ADHD. She discusses personal time styles and the significance of effective workspace organization. Johns emphasizes the importance of time estimation skills and explores cognitive overload as a root cause of procrastination. She offers practical tools like analog clocks and checklists to support students. Listener Q&A addresses accountability and strategies to combat perfectionism, making this conversation a treasure trove of tips for educators and parents.
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Morning Resistance And Time Styles
- Beverley describes her youth resisting morning routines and delaying despite knowing exact timing for tasks.
- She contrasts her time estimation style with her mother's early-start approach to show individual differences.
Why Time Management Really Matters
- Time management matters because it affects grades, friendships, trust, and jobs.
- Two core ideas are 'work ahead' and 'seize the moment' to reduce end-of-term panic.
Reward Early Work And Provide Models
- Teach students to turn in work early and offer incentives like bonus points or draft reviews.
- Spread deadlines and provide models or rubrics so tasks feel manageable and clear.
