How about removing his driving privileges? Because my son is ADHD and, in my opinion, not yet ready for the 'privilege' of driving, he has not been allowed to get his permit. He will be 18 in March. Radical choice, maybe. Lifesaving, in my opinion, yes, for him and anyone else. He flys off handle too fast, he is hyper and would take speed and carelessness to extremes thinking he is just being a boy, not good choices. So he waits until he doesn't need me to sign for him anymore. Then he can pay his own insurance and buy his own car and be held responsible for his actions. He knows why, I have explained that w/barely passing grades, hyper, no meds. As his parent, (note: not his BFF) I have chosen that he does not need to have a drivers license at this time. He doesn't like my choices, as he has been asked by family members (w/o my knowledge/permission) about getting license, but abides by my decision until he is 18.

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I agree that it is essential for everyone's safety that your son is able to fully focus while he is driving. ADHD symptoms can have an effect on teens and safe driving. I think you might appreciate these articles about ADHD Teens and Driving.

Safeguarding Teenage Drivers

ADHD Behind the Wheel

Present your son with the facts: This article highlights a study that shows teens with ADHD drive better on specific medications.

Good luck, Dena

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Great Ideas. The answer is so simple. Will talk to my husband about this. He doesn't like getting in the car with him anyway. He is taking driving lessons apart from my husband, so can't do much about that, but he won't be able to practice driving, which is important to him. Thanks so much.

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