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How to Help a Teenage Girl with ADHD Organize Her Schoolwork 

PostedSeptember 24, 2025
UpdatedSeptember 24, 2025
ByMy Patient Advice

ADHD school organisation girls can be a real challenge, especially when it comes to managing schoolwork. Teenagers with ADHD often struggle with staying organised, keeping track of assignments, and managing time effectively. However, with the right tools and strategies, parents can support their daughters in developing better organisational skills. 

One effective tool for improving ADHD school organisation girls is the use of planners. A daily or weekly planner helps a teenager stay on top of her assignments, deadlines, and extracurricular activities. Writing tasks down makes it easier to visualise what needs to be done and when. 

Common Symptoms 

Visual Schedules and Routines 

Creating visual schedules can help a teenage girl with ADHD plan her day more effectively. Colour-coded schedules or to-do lists provide a clear structure, making it easier to stay organised. Establishing consistent routines around homework, studying, and downtime can also reduce stress and improve focus. 

Study Skills and Parental Support 

Teaching good study skills is crucial for effective organisation. Encouraging short, focused study sessions with breaks in between can help a teenage girl stay engaged. Parental support in setting up these systems and providing gentle reminders can further ensure her schoolwork is organised and manageable. 

With the right ADHD school organisation girls strategies, teenagers can improve their academic performance and reduce the overwhelm that comes with ADHD. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.    

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Girls and women with ADHD. 

Harriet Winslow, BSc - My patient advice author - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Harriet Winslow, BSc

Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy. 

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