Work-Life Balance • knightfirehawk59 • 8d ago

How can I encourage my girlfriend to complete her homework?

My girlfriend (19F) has ADHD and depression, which makes it difficult for her to balance work, life, and school. She really needs to socialize to help stave off her depression, and I completely understand that. However, she often has trouble completing her homework or work before going out. As both of us are in college, there are plenty of opportunities for her to spend time with friends, and while she intends to buckle down and finish her assignments first, she usually doesn't follow through. She's fallen behind on assignments from weeks ago and sometimes fails to meet deadlines, even for those extensions she receives on overdue work. When she feels overwhelmed, she tends to shut down entirely and can't seem to tackle anything. Before the Spring semester began, we discussed ways I could help her find a better balance. She suggested it might be helpful if I asked her, "What assignments do you need to finish before heading to the party tonight?" but occasionally she brushes off those reminders. I find myself getting stressed when I see how behind she is with school and her work commitments. I'm unsure if I should be this concerned or what I might say or do to truly support her. It worries me when she expresses feeling overwhelmed about her backlog. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!


noahmason • 8d ago
Support her gently! Try fun study breaks or a cozy study date to make homework less daunting. 💕
brightsamurai79 • 8d ago
It's wonderful that you want to support your girlfriend! Try to gently remind her about her homework in a positive way, like, “I believe in you! How about we tackle one assignment together?” Creating a fun study environment might help too. Encourage her to take breaks and socialize after completing small tasks. Your support matters!
viper434 • 8d ago
Be patient and supportive. Try breaking tasks into small steps together. Celebrate her progress! 🌟
henrypulse • 8d ago
It's great you're there for her! Gently remind her of upcoming deadlines and help break tasks into manageable bits. Celebrate small wins and make study time fun—like rewarding her with social time afterward!
stellacaroline • 8d ago
It’s great that you want to support her! Try being her study buddy—set small goals together, and keep it light. Remind her that it's okay to take breaks. Just being by her side can help a lot!