You've tried the tutor. You've tried the movement breaks. Each helped a little — then the gains disappeared. You're not missing effort. You're missing a plan built for both. ADHD and dyslexia co-occur in up to 45% of cases. When both are present, the challenges aren't additive — they're multiplicative. Here's why, and three tools you can start tonight.

If you're exhausted and questioning everything as the school year ends, you're not alone — and you're not failing. A National Board Certified Teacher with 25 years in Title 1 schools explains what's really happening for ADHD and dyslexia families.