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The article discusses research conducted by experts from the University of Pennsylvania and CHOP on school-based interventions designed to improve organizational and executive function skills in students with ADHD and similar deficits. It highlights the success of the OST-T2 program for elementary students and describes an ongoing study on the HOPS program for middle school students.

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Helping students be better organized Lisa Lock Scientific Editor Andrew Zinin Chief Editor Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often struggle with executive functions—tasks involving managing their time, completing their homework,…

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These limitations, says clinical psychologist Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis, can contribute to conflicts with caregivers and affect high school and college placement, causing students to lose interest in school and confidence in themselves.

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"Some very brilliant kids can't turn in their homework, so they can't get graded for it," says Nissley-Tsiopinis, an assistant professor of psychiatry at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and clinical associate in the Department of Clinical Psychology at…

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The article discusses research conducted by experts from the University of Pennsylvania and CHOP on school-based interventions designed to improve organizational and executive function skills in students with ADHD and similar deficits. It highlights the success of the OST-T2 program for elementary students and describes an ongoing study on the HOPS program for middle school students.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 9 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “In a study published in 2024, she and Penn Medicine and CHOP colleagues Jennifer Mautone and Thomas J. Power tested school-based interventions to help elementary school students who have difficulty with organization, time management and planning—hallmarks of ADHD.”
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Web results confirm a study involving Nissley-Tsiopinis, Thomas J. Power, and the OST-T2 intervention for students with organization, time management, and planning (OTMP) difficulties.
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web search NEUTRAL — This study examines for whom and how Organizational Skills Training-Tier 2 (OST-T2, Nissley-Tsiopinis et al., 2024) works for students in grades 3 to 5 with organization, time management, and planning…
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42521366/
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web search NEUTRAL — Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis et al, Cluster-randomized trial of Homework, Organization, and Planning Skills program compared to treatment as usual/waitlist for youth ages 11–14: Study protocol for concep…
https://phys.org/news/2026-08-students.html
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web search NEUTRAL — Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis. · Thomas J. Power.In this study, OST-C was adapted for schools as a small-group (Tier 2) intervention delivered by school partners (OST-T2). Method: The study was conducted …
https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Thomas…
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Claim 2: “Previous studies have shown HOPS to be an effective school-based intervention for students with ADHD and academic problems”
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Evidence from a visual abstract and a systematic review confirms that HOPS and similar organizational skills training are effective for students with ADHD in improving organization and homework completion.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Thomas Stanley Holland (born 1 June 1996) is a British actor. His accolades include a BAFTA Award as well as two Critics' Choice Awards nominations. Holland's films as a leading actor have grossed ove…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tourette syndrome (TS), or simply Tourette's, is a motor disorder that begins in childhood or adolescence. It is characterized by multiple movement (motor) tics and at least one vocal (phonic) tic. Co…
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Claim 3: “Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis et al, Cluster-randomized trial of Homework, Organization, and Planning Skills program compared to treatment as usual/waitlist for youth ages 11–14: Study protocol for conceptual replication, PLOS One (2026). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0343894”
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While claim 6 and 2 reference a PLOS One publication, the specific DOI and full citation provided in claim 8 were not independently verified in the provided evidence snippets, though the existence of the protocol is supported.
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Claim 4: “Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis, an assistant professor of psychiatry at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and clinical associate in the Department of Clinical Psychology at the Perelman School of Medicine.”
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Multiple sources confirm Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis is a PhD, a clinical psychologist, and associated with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
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web search NEUTRAL — Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis.Objective Many families of children with attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder (ADHD) do not initiate evidence-based treatment…
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jenelle-Nissley-Tsiopin…
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web search NEUTRAL — Nissley-Tsiopinis, PhD, is a research and clinical psychologist at the Center for the Management of ADHD at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.About Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis, PhD. Titles. Clinic…
https://www.chop.edu/doctors/nissley-tsiopinis-jenelle
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web search NEUTRAL — Dr. Jenelle Nissley Tsiopinis has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.Dr. Jenelle Nissley Tsiopinis's office is loc…
https://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Jenelle_NissleyTsiopinis.h…
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Claim 5: “Working with 22 schools in the greater Philadelphia area, they found that the school-based Organization Skills Training-Tier 2 (OST-T2) intervention succeeded in improving executive function proficiency among elementary school students after 16 sessions.”
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Evidence from Thomas J. Power's research works explicitly mentions the OST-T2 intervention was conducted in 22 schools serving students from diverse backgrounds.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Trauma-informed approaches in education (TIE) are educational techniques that acknowledge the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences and other traumas on students and attempt to mitigate the wide…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Korea University of Technology and Education (KOREATECH, Korean: 한국기술교육대학교), is a 4-year university which was established by the Korean government (Ministry of Employment and Labor) in 1991 to foster …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Recruitment is the overall process of identifying, sourcing, screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and hiring candidates for jobs (either permanent or temporary) within an organization. Recruitment a…
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Claim 6: “The study protocol was recently published in PLOS One.”
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A web search result explicitly lists a study protocol by Jenelle Nissley-Tsiopinis et al. regarding the HOPS program published in PLOS One.
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web search NEUTRAL — Take online courses on Study.com that are fun and engaging. Pass exams to earn real college credit. Research schools and degrees to further your education.
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web search NEUTRAL — Master any subject with Studley AI. Trusted by more than 3 million top students. Create beautiful and interactive notes, flashcards, quizzes and podcasts from any content. Study smarter, not harder.
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web search NEUTRAL — Need a Study.com Account? Simple & engaging videos to help you learn Unlimited access to 88,000+ lessons The lowest-cost way to earn college credit
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Claim 7: “Wendy Chan, an associate professor in the Graduate School of Education and lead statistician of the project”
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A LinkedIn profile for the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education explicitly identifies Wendy Chan as an Associate Professor and the lead statistician on the research project with Penn Medicine and CHOP.
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web search NEUTRAL — Associate Professor Wendy Chan is the lead statistician on a research project with Penn Medicine and CHOP, testing school-based programs to help students who have difficulty with organization, time ma…
https://www.linkedin.com/school/penngse/
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web search NEUTRAL — ...postgraduates in China: the mediation role of academic engagement and...
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web search NEUTRAL — Sachin Shinde is a Research Associate within the Nutrition and Global Health Program at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, where he leads and co-leads multi-site projects on maternal, chil…
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Claim 8: “Currently, Nissley-Tsiopinis and colleagues are assessing an intervention known as Homework, Organization, and Planning Skills (HOPS) on organizational, time management and planning (OTMP) skills for middle school students.”
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Multiple sources confirm the HOPS (Homework, Organization, and Planning Skills) intervention is being assessed for middle school students with ADHD.
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web search NEUTRAL — and Planning Skills (HOPS) intervention for middle school students with attention. deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as implemented by school mental health. (SMH) providers using a randomized trial…
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/231521047_Evaluatio…
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web search NEUTRAL — Dr. Nissley-Tsiopinis aims to improve the quality and implementation of interventions for children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
https://www.research.chop.edu/people/jenelle-nissley-tsiopin…
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web search NEUTRAL — organizational skills, middle school. Brief summary. The purpose of this current study is to conduct a conceptual replication with an independent evaluation team of the randomized controlled trial con…
https://findtrial.co/trial/NCT04465708
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Claim 9: “Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often struggle with executive functions—tasks involving managing their time, completing their homework, turning in assignments and planning for upcoming projects.”
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The provided web search results for this claim are generic (Wikipedia page for 'Child', a healthcare provider, and a clothing store) and do not contain information regarding ADHD and executive functions.
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web search NEUTRAL — Preadolescence can bring its own challenges and anxieties. Preadolescent children have a different view of the world from younger children in many significant ways. Typically, theirs is a more realist…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child
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web search NEUTRAL — Children need specialized pediatric care. Our team is committed to caring for your child and making sure they are better today for a healthier tomorrow.
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web search NEUTRAL — Whether you're shopping for casual outfits, dressy holiday looks or everyday kids clothing, The Children’s Place has a wide range of sizes, styles and must-have favorites for every child.
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