Teens with ADHD Pose Unique Parenting Challenges

For the typical person, the teenage years represent the first steps toward independence. Curfews are longer, drivers' licenses are obtained, and responsibilities are increased. But for teens with ADHD, those first steps of independence can be especially rocky, leaving parents at a loss for how to best help their children.

"While parenting any teen can be a challenge, parenting teens with ADHD can be doubly so. One of the main reasons for this is the emotional immaturity that often comes along with ADHD."

This article from About.com offers some suggestions for both the parents and the teens that can help make these years less volatile and frustrating.