ADHD Coach Olga Duncan

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ADHD Coach Olga Duncan Olga offers academic success coaching for students with ADHD, dyslexia and other learning challenges

08/17/2026

The dorm is moved in, the goodbye is over, and now... the silence.

Today is the official transition from being your student's 'project manager' to being their 'mentor.' For parents of students with ADHD or dyslexia, this shift can feel especially high-stakes.

Take a deep breath. You've prepared them for this, and they have the capacity to grow.

✅ Tip for today: Focus your first check-in call on their wins, not their syllabus.

11/29/2025

Want better recall? Get creative.

Here are three strategies I use with my students to boost memory and engagement when studying:
🎨 Sketch a mind map to see connections visually
🎤 Record a 60-second voice note to explain what you just learned
📝 Build a one-page summary from memory, then check what you missed

The variety keeps the brain engaged, builds stronger pathways, and makes test day recall easier and more reliable. Studying isn’t about sitting longer. It’s about using smarter strategies that fit how the brain learns best.

✨ If you want more tools like this, download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? to help your student prepare with confidence. Link in bio.

11/28/2025

A 15-minute reset can transform your whole week.

Here’s how I guide my students to use this simple strategy:
✨ Check your syllabi so nothing sneaks up on you
✨ Map out places and study sprints
✨ Prioritize sleep. Your brain learns best when rested
✨ Add one fun thing to look forward to

Clarity reduces anxiety and protects your energy for the work that truly matters. With a short reset each week, students build confidence, stay on track, and feel less stressed.

I’ve created a free 15-Minute Reset Checklist so you can use this exact tool with your student.

📥 DM me “RESET” and I’ll send it to you.

11/27/2025

One powerful sentence can transform office hours.

Here’s what your student can say:
👋 “Hi Professor, I’m preparing for the exam and I’m stuck on ____. Could we walk through one example? And how would you study for this?”

Why it works:
✅ It’s short
✅ It’s respectful
✅ It’s specific

This kind of self-advocacy builds clarity, confidence, and trust with professors. The more students practice asking questions like this, the easier it becomes to get the support they need.

📘 Want more strategies like this? Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? and get a roadmap to help your student thrive before they even step on campus. Link in bio.

11/26/2025

Midterms don’t have to be overwhelming. The key is to map it before you start.

Here’s how I coach students to get clear and stay calm:
✏️ List each class.
✏️ Write down the exam date and format (essay, multiple choice, etc.).
✏️ Break the exam into three weeks of topics.
✏️ Schedule study blocks for those topics.

That’s your exam map. It transforms panic into a plan. Progress always beats perfection, and mapping makes preparation manageable.

Hi, I’m Dr. Olga Duncan. I help students build the tools and systems that make success possible, not just in class, but in life.

✨ Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? and give your student the roadmap they need to thrive. Link in bio.

11/25/2025

Start strong, finish strong.

Here’s a Sunday reset that sets students up for success:
✏️ Pick three wins you want for the week.
✏️Block focused study time.
✏️ Schedule short, realistic sprints.
✏️ Add one fun thing to look forward to.

When structure is paired with joy, students don’t just get through the week. They build routines that are sustainable and motivating. Small wins add up, and balance makes all the difference.

Hi, I’m Dr. Olga Duncan. I help students create systems that work for their brains, so they can thrive both in and out of the classroom.

✨ Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? and discover more strategies to help your student succeed with confidence. Link in bio.

11/21/2025

ADHD time trick ⏱️ Plan backwards to study smarter, not harder.

Here’s how it works:
📅 Count how many days until the exam
📝 Break it down by weekly topics
⏲️ Schedule daily 25-minute study sprints
✨ Small, consistent reps beat last-minute cramming every time

When students use strategies like this, studying feels manageable and success feels possible. That’s the power of working with, not against, the brain.

📘 Want more practical tools like this? Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? today and give your student the roadmap they need. Link in bio.

Independence doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built step by step. My 4-Phase Independence Model helps students grow from ...
11/20/2025

Independence doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built step by step. My 4-Phase Independence Model helps students grow from needing reminders to thriving on their own.

With awareness, structure, ownership, and independence, students learn the systems that lead to real freedom.

👉 Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? for practical steps you can use now.

11/19/2025

Sleep is one of the most powerful study strategies.

The all-nighter? It doesn’t boost performance. It erases memory. Students actually learn and retain more when they prioritize rest.

Here’s what I recommend:
✨ Aim for 7–8 hours of sleep, especially during exam week.
✨ In the final 12 hours before a test, focus on practice problems, not cramming new material.
✨ Sleep helps the brain consolidate what has already been rehearsed, turning effort into lasting memory.

When students view sleep as part of their study plan, they not only perform better but also feel calmer and more confident walking into exams.

Hi, I’m Dr. Olga Duncan. I help students succeed by building habits and strategies that actually work with their brain.

✨ Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? and get a roadmap to help your student build the skills they need to thrive. Link in bio.

Procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s a signal that the system isn’t working. With ADHD-friendly tools like short work bu...
11/18/2025

Procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s a signal that the system isn’t working. With ADHD-friendly tools like short work bursts, visual timers, and starting small, students can finally make progress without the stress.

Small wins add up, and momentum creates confidence.

👉 Download my free guide Is My Child Ready for College? for more ADHD-friendly study strategies.

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Auburn, AL

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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+13345247988

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