Gazing out the window while the highway blurs? Struggling to stay focused during practice drives? You’re not alone. Many teens and adults with ADHD find traditional driver’s ed a challenge. But that doesn’t mean you have to put your driving dreams on hold. At Advantage Driving School, we understand how ADHD can impact learning. That’s why we offer a specialized ADHD driving program designed to keep you engaged, focused, and ultimately, on the road to success.
Do You Need the ADHD Driving Program?
Sadly, drivers with ADHD are four times more likely to get into a car accident than other drivers. This program is not only for those with diagnosed ADHD or ADD, but for anyone who may feel easily distracted or tempted by unsafe driving habits like eating, texting, or
If you’re struggling with:
- Distractions. Finding it hard to stay focused on the road and avoid distractions.
- Impulsivity. Making sudden or unexpected decisions while driving.
- Hyperactivity. Feeling restless or fidgety behind the wheel.
- Anxiety. Experiencing anxiety or fear while driving.
Our ADHD certified driving program can help. We use specialized techniques and strategies to address these challenges and help you become a safe and confident driver.
What Does the ADHD Program Cover?
Course Highlights
- Understanding Executive Functioning. Gain insights into the brain’s executive functioning skills and how they relate to driving performance.
- Connection Between Brain and Behavior. Learn about how conditions like impulsivity, distractibility, and inattention can influence driving abilities.
- Utilizing External Tools. Discover effective strategies and tools that can help compensate for challenges faced by students with ADHD.
- Maturational Lag in ADHD Teens. Explore the common developmental delays in ADHD teens and their direct effect on driving capabilities.
- Extended Training Phase. Understand why teens with ADHD may require more time behind the wheel. We provide a recommended Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) plan for instructors to share with parents, emphasizing the importance of additional practice before obtaining a license.
- Recognizing Impaired Behaviors. Equip new drivers with critical knowledge about how certain behaviors can mimic DUI situations, empowering them to navigate potential encounters with law enforcement confidently.
- Enhanced Driving Log. Utilize our specialized driving log designed for students with ADHD to track progress and reinforce good habits.
- Impact of Medications. Learn about how stimulant medications influence driving skills and the importance of consistent dosing. We also offer recommendations for parents to manage this aspect effectively.
- Technology for Safety. Stay informed about the latest technologies aimed at reducing distractions, including tools for managing texting and phone use while driving.
A certified ADHD driving program will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to become a safe and confident driver.
ADHD DRIVING PROGRAM | |
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Program IncludesOnline Driver Education Plus One-on-One Tutoring for DMV Test 21 Hours of In Car Training $2500.00 |