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Taking notes requires listening, sorting out the essentials and writing at the same time. For a pupil or student with ADHD, this triple task is exhausting. The notes are often incomplete or illegible. Here are methods and adjustments that help. With the right tools, they can follow the lesson without burning out.
You need to stay attentive, hold information in memory long enough to write it down and spot what is important. These simultaneous tasks place a heavy demand on attention and working memory. These simultaneous tasks are particularly exhausting.
This point is explained step by step in ADHD and executive functions.
Having the lesson in advance, or an outline to complete, allows the pupil to concentrate on listening. It is a common adjustment in the PAP. They can thus focus on understanding.
To go further, read our article PAP and ADHD.
Rather than writing everything down, learn to note the keywords, dates and main ideas. This method takes a little practice.
We detail this point in ADHD and revision.
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Simple abbreviations and symbols such as arrows make it possible to write faster. A small personal glossary can help.
This topic is covered in our page ADHD and copying from the board.
A mind map, with the subject at the centre and the ideas around it, suits some pupils with ADHD well, as they think visually. This method also helps with revision.
You will find more details in the article ADHD and organisation.
For some, typing is quicker than handwriting. A computer may be permitted in class, as part of an adjustment. However, care must be taken to limit distractions on screen.
Our article Computer in class for a child with ADHD complements this advice.
Reviewing and completing your notes the same day, using the textbook or a classmate, helps fill the gaps. This review also strengthens memorisation.
To explore further, see ADHD in higher education.
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Because you have to listen, sort and write at the same time. Listening and writing at the same time is difficult.
Having the lesson or an outline to complete. Materials provided help.
For some pupils, yes. Completing notes after the lesson.
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