Ds(13) doesn't do work without being told to. He makes multiple excuses. He clearly isn't interested. I have told him about exam results and types of jobs. We made an A3 size chart to show a long list of bills that need paying every month and the typical cost of running a car.
This morning he has clearly used a calculator for maths, despite knowing it's not allowed. I made him do a few simple questions again and he whined about that.
He rushes the work and has no patience at all. He can barely stay in his chair for a few minutes, dropping water bottle and pencil on floor, getting up and down constantly.
He has ADHD and I understand it's hard to stay focused. But he can focus on things he what's to, like playing games on his phone. Tried many medications and none have worked.
He's confrontational and bullying .
AIBU to take a step back ?
His form tutor rang me yesterday to say well done for the work he's been doing . Without me pushing, he would choose to do nothing ! he is in bottom sets for everything, he genuinely has learning issues but it's the attitude I cannot tolerate. He had a 4 hour rage on Saturday over a simple issue that he could not accept.
We make sure he has enough sleep, exercise, nutritious food and a calm place to work.
Every day is a struggle. It's Incredibly stressful. At February half term, he was sent home with some revision and did nothing. I got a phone call from school to chase up about that and felt like a bad parent.
If I let go, I will get more phone calls.
AIBU ?