Motivation challenges are among the most common and often misunderstood hurdles faced by children and young people with ADHD. As Jerome Schultz emphasises, these difficulties are not due to laziness or a poor attitude. Rather, they stem from how the ADHD brain processes stress, fear, and challenges. When schoolwork feels unsafe or overwhelming, the brain’s fear response can kick in, hindering the cognitive skills needed for learning and solidifying an “I can’t” mindset. Reco