Self-Advocacy
True or False: Self-advocacy is being able to speak up for others.
False; Self-advocacy is being able to speak up for yourself.
S: ______ calm. Name a coping strategy you can use & give an example of positive self-talk.
Stay calm. Answers will vary.
Myth: Kids with ADHD can't focus on anything for a long time.
Truth: Many kids with ADHD can experience hyperfocus on activities that interest them.
True or False: There are 2 types of ADHD.
False; There are 3 types of ADHD.
True or False: Ms. Amy was interviewed by the University of North Florida for ADHD Awareness Month.
True!
True or False: You can use your IEP to be a self-advocate in Gen-Ed and in Middle School.
True; You can remind school staff about what you need to be successful (accommodations).
U: ________ the problem. Explain how we use the Size of the Problem chart for this step.
Understand the problem. To figure out if the problem is small enough to solve on our own or if we need help.
Myth: If a child isn't hyperactive, they can't have ADHD.
Truth: Some kids with ADHD primarily experience inattention.
Name the different types of ADHD.
Inattentive, Hyperactive-Impulsive, & Combined Type
People with ADHD tend to have underperforming _______ memory.
Short-term or Working
Give 2 examples of how we can use Self-Advocacy in school.
Asking for help or what you need. Examples will vary.
P: ______ - solve. Name 2 problem-solving skills you would need for a Medium sized problem.
Problem-solve. Ex. Ask them to stop, talk it out, or ask for help.
Myth: ADHD will go away in adulthood.
Truth: ADHD can change over time, but it doesn't go away.
Explain why it's helpful to know which type of ADHD you have.
Figure out how it affects your life & learn ways to cope with it.
Give examples of information that would be stored in our short-term memory & long-term memory.
Ex. What I ate for breakfast & the name of my Kindergarten teacher.
When you self-advocate, you are able to share your thoughts & ________ and ask for what you need or _______.
Feelings; Want
E: _______ yourself. What does it mean to speak up in an assertive way?
Express yourself. Speak up for yourself while being respectful to the other person.
Myth: ADHD means a lack of attention and a lack of self-control.
Truth: ADHD causes difficulties with regulating attention, emotions, and behavior.
Name 2 behaviors those with the Hyperactive-Impulsive Type may exhibit.
Fidgets, talks a lot, blurts out answers, interrupts, prefers standing to sitting, etc.
Give 2 examples of how forgetfulness can cause problems for us in school.
Ex. If you forget to study for a test, you could get a low grade.
Explain how Self-Advocacy can help us in friendships?
Ex. We can stand up for ourselves during conflict & choose positive friendships.
R: _______ (Hint: Look in a mirror). After advocating for yourself, explain why it's important to think about how it went.
Reflect. You can figure out what worked & what you can do better next time.
Myth: Having ADHD means we can use it as an excuse for our actions.
Truth: ADHD explains our behavior, it doesn't excuse it. We can learn ways cope with it & make better choices.
Name 3 examples of difficulties those with Inattentive Type may experience.
Forgetfulness, easily distracted, disorganized, loses things, trouble following directions, etc.
Name 3 ways we can improve our short-term or working memory.
Use a planner, make lists or set reminders, practice mindfulness, puzzles/brain games, etc.