Q: Should I push my child, who has ADHD, to take an AP class to help them get into college when it just means more dopamine-draining work? Having a “plan B” in place can help students feel supported rather than trapped. Q: ”Can online colleges be a good fit for students with ADHD?” For some students with ADHD, online learning can be an excellent option. AP Classes & Academic Rigor: Next StepsJillian Lillibridge Heilman, Ph.D., CRC, is the former director of Student Accessibility Services at Connecticut College.