Unlock Your Teen's Potential with Scaffolding Strategies

As the new school year gains momentum, are you noticing your teen struggling to keep up, especially with their ADHD challenges?

Scaffolding is a powerful method to support your child's success across all aspects of life. It involves providing structured support as your teen learns and practices new skills, then gradually reducing that support as they grow more independent. This strategy can be a game-changer for managing ADHD and fostering essential skills.

Here's how scaffolding can empower your teen:

1. Provides Support Where Needed: Initially, you might assist closely as your teen tackles new tasks, helping them develop critical skills in a structured way.
2. Fosters Independence: As your teen becomes more competent, you slowly reduce your involvement, akin to removing scaffolding from a building once it's stable.
3. Encourages Collaboration: Work together with your teen, asking how you can assist to make tasks manageable and boost their confidence.

Effective Scaffolding Strategies:

• 📚 Homework Help: Sit with your teen during homework time, helping them start tasks and gradually stepping back as they become more self-reliant.
• 📋 Preparation for Activities: Help your teen prepare for activities like band practice by creating checklists and routines that they can eventually manage independently.
• 🎓 Navigating the College Application Process: Assist in organizing and planning for college applications, breaking down daunting tasks into manageable steps.

Scaffolding isn't about doing the work for your teen but setting them up for success by providing the right tools and support at the right time. Click here to watch the video for a deeper dive into this strategy!