Your ADHDer’s physical development is consistent with that of his peers. However mentally and physically his/her development is 3-5 years behind the peer group. This is a particular problem for parents because your child still wants all the badges of adulthood that his peers are getting. This includes getting a driver’s license, dating, wanting to make their own decisions, experimenting with new looks and wardrobes. Remember, for teenagers in general, their emotions are fully developed before their judgement. And your ADHDer is 3-5 years behind. This is an explosive time of life with the possibilities of making some decisions and taking some actions that you can’t recover from. I’ll discuss some of the major isssues and a strategic approach to them.