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College Students with ADHD Benefit From Coaching

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During the past year-and-a-half, I have had the opportunity to serve as a Research Assistant at Wayne State University.  The research team studied the effects of coaching for college students with ADHD.  The study was funded by the Edge Foundation and the research team included Dr. Sharon Field Hoffman, Dr. David Parker and Dr. Shlomo Sawilowsky.  I am grateful to have learned so much from this esteemed group of researchers.  The study is the first large-scale, national study to look at the benefits of ADHD Coaching.  It was conducted with 127 participants who were randomly assigned to receive coaching or to be part of a comparison group.

Our research results were announced at the CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD) conference in Atlanta, Georgia on November 12, 2010.  I encourage you to read the Executive Summary and final report on the Edge Foundation’s website.

A few highlights of the study include:

  • ADHD coaching according to the Edge Foundation model is effective in assisting students to improve their self-regulation, study skills and will.
  • Students who participated in the study built confidence, improved time management and organization skills, and improved their approach to learning.
  • Qualitative interviews showed that coaching helped students to set more effective goals and to reach them in more efficient and through less stressful means.

While I was not personally a coach during this study, I have been trained in the same model used at the Edge Foundation by Jodi Sleeper-Triplett of JST Coaching, LLC and am so pleased to see positive results from this highly rigorous study.  I encourage you to read more about the results of the study and let me know your comments and questions.

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Turmoil to Tranquility: Tools for Keeping on Track; Birmingham Bloomfield Families in Action (MI)

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November 14, 2009

8:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.

$5 for BBFA Members, $20 for others pre-registered, $25 at the door (this is for the whole event, not just our workshop)

 

Workshop presented as part of BBFA’s Parenting & Wellness Fair at Lahser High School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.  The keynote speaker is Dr. Michele Borba, Today Show parenting expert and childcare for kids ages 2-12 is available for $5 per child (advance registration required).

 

Interactive workshop where participants will learn strategies to overcome challenges related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).  We will explore specific challenges such as academic problems, troublesome household routines and other needs of the participants.  You will leave the workshop with an action plan tailored to one of your specific goals.

 

For registration information, please go to the BBFA’s website.


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ADHD Coaching on College Campuses

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This week, I had my first opportunity to attend the annual conference of the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD).  This is an impressive group of professionals.  Most of the professionals I met work in the disability services area of their college or university.  If you will be in college this fall and you have any type of disability or ADHD, I encourage you to contact your disability services office if you have not already done so.  They are ready, willing and able to support you in your college career!

I attended two pre-conference events on ADHD coaching today and would like to share some highlights.

The morning session was titled “Coaching College Students with LD and ADHD:  Current Trends in Theory, Research and Practice”.  David Parker expertly facilitated and presented.  The other presenters were Sharon Field, Theresa Maitland, Kristen Rademacher  and Karen Boutelle.  All of the researchers/presenters did a fabulous job of sharing information and connecting with the audience.  While I am already familiar with the pilot results of the Edge Foundation’s ADHD Coaching study (since I am a Research Assistant on the study), it was great to learn about positive results at both UNC Chapel Hill and Landmark College.  The body of research on ADHD coaching is growing and the preliminary results are positive.  My understanding is that the Landmark College results will be published later this year.  I’ll share links to the information when they are published.  

In the afternoon, Karen Boutelle from Landmark College presented “Basic Coaching Skills for Non-Coaches:  Supporting Students in Managing Executive Function Challenges”.  Karen shared excellent information with the group on ways to support students with coaching-inspired behaviors.  Even though I am already a trained coach, I learned a lot of great information from Karen.  What stuck with me the most is the idea that all professions and relationships can benefit from coaching inspired behaviors.  The next time you are listening to someone at work, home or school, try to listen so that you really understand the other person’s concerns.  As Karen says, listen so that you “get it” when you are talking to someone.  Karen had us practice this listening and the impact was powerful!  Try it tomorrow.

Please share your thoughts about the disability services office on your campus.  When will you contact them?

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Time Management – Overcome Your Challenges

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Have you read the other posts on time management?  Are you wondering how to make it all work for you?  Whether you hire an attention/ADHD coach or plan to hold your self accountable, I recommend a simple process to reach your time management goals.

 

First, identify the challenges that cause you the most trouble with time management.  Are you late to meetings, unprepared when you get there or working too late?  I could go on for pages.  What matters most is defining YOUR challenges.

 

Second, set one goal as a starting point.  Be specific and make the goal measurable.  For example, a goal might be “Consistently get to meetings ready and on time by August 7th.”

 

Third, develop an action plan.  What small steps can you take to get started?  What tips can you implement from my other posts on time management?  Build in rewards for yourself to stay motivated.

 

Fourth, take action.  While this may seem the most simple, getting started is often the most difficult step.  Especially if you have ADHD and have trouble initiating tasks, you need to be firm with yourself on this one.  Pick a day that you will start and give yourself a reward for starting. Remember that it typically takes at least 21 days to develop a habit.  Give yourself enough time.

 

Fifth, measure your success.  Do this in a way that works for you.  Keep a journal, a chart and/or discuss your successes with a friend.  It is important to keep perspective on what you are doing.  Hold yourself accountable.  Consider hiring a coach to keep you on track.

 

Sixth, keep going and develop new goals.  Maybe you have gotten to all of your meetings in one week on time and prepared.  Make your next goal to maintain that success for the next two months.  Or maybe you are ready to tackle that big project at work now.  Plan your actions and get started.

 

What are you going to do to improve your time management skills?  Who can help you stay accountable to your plan?  Still have questions?  Leave a comment to let us know!


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Coaching Discounts

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LSR Coaching and Consulting, LLC is pleased to offer Special Summer Coaching Packages to new and existing customers!

  • Are you interested in being coached for your ADHD, time management or other attention-related challenges? 
  • Do you need to refocus and manage time better?
  • Does your child need strategies for next school year?
  • Do you or your child struggle with ADHD or ADD?

Overcome these and other challenges with attention and ADHD coaching from Laura Rolands.  Purchase a coaching package from LSR Coaching and Consulting, LLC by July 15, 2009 to receive the following discounts:

  • Four week package:  25% Discount
  • Eight week package:  50% Discount
  • Twelve week package:  75% Discount

 

Leave a comment below, call 248-251-4006  or email Laura@MyAttentionCoach.com to learn more.  Let us know your questions and feedback!


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