The Need for More Awareness During ADHD Awareness Month
Psychology Today | 02.10.2026 02:57A fifth grader sits with her parents across from her teacher during conferences. The teacher shares how well she is doing in school but points out the significant variations in her state test scores over the course of elementary school. “Now you need to work on getting more consistent scores on your state tests.” The teacher is unaware that these score patterns are common for people with ADHD, and that the student will never be able to meet this goal.
