When Your ADHD Teen Is Cutting Classes: How to Reconnect, Refocus, and Rebuild Trust

When Skipping Class Isn't Just Rebellion When Meghan O'Sullivan discovered her teen had skipped thirty-two classes in just six weeks, she assumed it was a mistake. But as she dug deeper, she realized her son wasn't alone. Across the country, ADHD teens are silently struggling—cutting classes not out of defiance, but out of overwhelm, shame, and discouragement. When Your ADHD Teen Is Cutting Classes is a compassionate, practical guide for parents who want to help their teens rediscover motivation and rebuild trust. Drawing from decades of educational experience and personal insight, Ms. O'Sullivan helps families shift from punishment to partnership—and from fear to understanding. Inside, you'll learn: ? Why ADHD teens cut class—and how to identify the emotional triggers behind it ? How to rebuild connection and communication at home ? How to collaborate with schools for real accountability ? Step-by-step plans for re-entry after absences ? When to seek help from therapists, coaches, and educational supports ? How to balance structure, empathy, and encouragement Through honest stories, proven strategies, and reflection tools, Meghan empowers parents to guide their teens toward resilience and responsibility. Whether your child has ADHD, executive function challenges, or just feels lost, this book offers a roadmap to reconnection, hope, and healing. Because your teen's future isn't defined by the classes they missed—but by the love, structure, and faith that guide them forward.