How Jordan Found Structure and Confidence with Brain in Hand

Oct 17

When people think of ADHD, they often picture constant distraction, but for many students, it’s not that simple. In higher education, ADHD can look like jumping between tasks, struggling to prioritise, or hyper-focusing for hours and then feeling completely drained.

Meet Jordan, a final-year Business Management student. He’s bright and motivated, but struggles with planning, prioritising, and switching between tasks. Once he falls behind, he becomes anxious and self-critical, which makes getting back on track even harder.

These are classic signs of executive function challenges, something assessors see all the time when supporting students with ADHD. They can quietly affect everything from attendance and organisation to confidence and self-esteem.

How Brain in Hand helps students like Jordan

Structure and Clarity

The app helps students plan their day, set priorities, and build achievable study routines that make time management easier.

Support When it's Needed Most

When anxiety spikes or motivation dips, students can access quick, practical coping strategies or connect with trained responders for reassurance.

Staying on Track

Custom reminders prompt students to move between tasks, take breaks, and refocus when concentration slips, helping to reduce last-minute stress.

Setup & Ongoing Coaching Support

Coaching helps each student get set up with their app in a way that’s tailored to their goals and supports them in overcoming barriers whilst at university, with ongoing coaching support to keep them on track and motivated throughout their academic journey.
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For Jordan, the difference isn’t about working harder, it’s about having tools that make study time more structured, flexible, and supportive.
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Every student’s ADHD experience is different. For some, the challenge is focus and planning; for others, it’s emotional regulation or time management. Having resources that adapt to the individual means your recommendations can go beyond “one size fits all” - helping students thrive, not just cope.
If you’re looking for practical examples to use in your own reports, our Assessor ADHD Referral Guide – Brain in Hand outlines common study barriers and ready-to-use justifications for DSA assessments.

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