Differences in how individuals process and communicate information can pose challenges in the workplace. There are internal and external processors. Individuals with ADHD often struggle with executive functioning skills such as memory, planning, organization, and prioritization. These challenges extend to processing information and ideas, making it essential to understand and accommodate their preferred communication styles in the workplace.

Learn tips to support ADHDers with external processing in the workplace

A few years ago we decided to purchase a Google Home Hub and put it in our kitchen. It has been one of the most helpful tools for managing some of the difficulties ADHD brings for me. There are other brands and variations of these types of devices, I’m not suggesting Google is better than other brands, it’s just the one I have experience with.

The majority of individuals with ADHD report some type of difficulty with sleep. The relationship between ADHD and sleep is complex and is multidirectional, meaning sleep issues can impact the intensity of ADHD traits and ADHD traits can impact sleep.

Let’s review some common sleep issues related to ADHD:

Delayed Circadian Rhythms, Revenge Bedtime Procrastination, Sleep Disorders that Co-Occur with ADHD, Role of stimulant medication, sleep issues that mimic ADHD.

The neurodiversity movement has gained substantial traction in recent years. As more neurodivergent individuals are becoming aware of and are drawn to the neurodiversity paradigm, they are wanting to seek out providers that understand and practice from a neurodiversity affirming approach.

As an example, ADHD is one neurotype of many that fall under the neurodivergent umbrella. ADHDers struggle with being able to think, communicate, and process information in neuronormative ways. Consistently not being able to meet these ascribed social norms can lead to shame, low self esteem, loss of sense of self, people pleasing, isolation, loneliness and more. Having support professionals who understand and can validate the ADHDer's lived experiences can be invaluable.

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Conversations to have before your student goes off to college. Review a list of suggested conversations parents can have with their students. Written by ADHD Coach & Educator, Bobbi-Jo Molokken.