School Accommodations forAttention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Pupils with attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often have problems in school due to their pronounced inattention and /or hyperactivity and impulsivity. They often fail to exploit their full potential. However, if limited participation in class and poor school performance are not (only) due to a lack of aptitude, but also because the learning environment is a barrier for these students, they are entitled to accommodations according to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Empirical studies suggest the effectiveness of acoustic shielding and stimulation, movement units, and individual instruction. However, findings are not consistent, and the effects found are rather small. In summary, ADHD is usually eligible for accommodations in school and there are some measurements that can be helpful for pupils with ADHD. These should be implemented in combination with appropriate interventional and instructional measures.