ADHD Consultants

I don’t know if this is ADHD related but I struggle with discerning sarcasm. I’ve encountered a few sarcastic coworkers and in the moment, I don’t know if they are joking or not, so my response is usu… more

Anyone get told they’re stuck on the details too much or taking things too literally? I’ve worked with clients who can be very nitpicky and I can’t present something that doesn’t represent something w… more

What’s your ADHD tax? I’d guess it costs me thousands per year, mostly in last minute air and room bookings. I’m planning travel ahead of time unless it’s a structured holiday is difficult for me. 

Im moving to a new role “ chief of staff to global CDO” and I’m losing my mind. I’ve been in consulting all my life so I’m used to doing the assigned work. Now that I have to prioritise for myself, fo… more

I find ChatGPT helpful for things like time blindness. Despite my near constant travel, it takes me extra brain cycles to decide when to leave for the airport. And still I arrive either too early or … more

I feel like consulting (or Accenture) is the worst place for my ADHD brain. I’ve been here for 7 years because I can’t find anything better. I have not grown much because unlike school there isn’t dir… more

Anyone else struggle with pure abstraction? I can learn well when going from concrete to abstract, but not straight to abstraction.

Sincerely, a GMAT candidate struggling with quant.

Do you ever get depressed from adderall ?

I feel like coworkers get a different side of me once my adderall has worn off and it’s hard for me to stay corporate once I’m off the clock/meds have worn off. How do yall manage this/ have you had a… more

I need help. I have been with Deloitte for 4.5 years, even got promoted to Manager last year. But I’m terrified of working on a deck live (collaborating live). Synthesizing multiple instructions from … more

What apps are you using to stay on top of tasks? Specifically when in a PM/Scrum master role

Beet root powder helped a lot

For those who are on medication, have you noticed worsening of mood/PMS?

Do you go to your pcp or a psychiatrist for your ADHD prescription?

Are there any older (say over 40) adhd consultants here? How have your symptoms changed over time, if at all?

Do you all need appointments with the doctor before you get a new prescriptions every month??

I am on 10 mg of Adderall. I weigh 160 pounds and am male. Should I increase my dosage? My body is very sensitive to drugs.

I feel like my brain is on sleep mode which is the best way I can explain it. How do I wake it up please help

What are your hobbies and interests outside of work? Do you stick with them? I enjoy painting, but it takes a certain relaxed mindset and a full day with no other responsibilities.

How's everyone doing with the medication shortage? Are things getting better? I'm trying to switch meds, but my insurance doesn't cover a lot of brand name ADHD meds. Do ya'll know whi… more

Has anyone had any luck with any over the counter medication?

Any ND people working at PwC?

We have a Teams group that has grown and we recently have had some great visibility up to our c-suite. DM me if you would like to join our Spicy NDers at PwC. Cheers!

Job interview tomorrow, any last minute tips or advice?
Not medicated atm, worried I might go off on one and lost my trail of thought lol

Does anyone wear tech to track their sleeping. I use a Whoop and the days that I take adhd meds it shows much less restorative sleep. Even if I take the meds at like 11am. Anyone else have this issue … more

Those applying for jobs, do you disclose ADHD, or select the “elect not to disclose” option? I wonder if the latter triggers a red flag.

So stimulants give me muscle tension in the shoulders, anything else that can help ADHD and fatigue without this side effect?

Its exhausting

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How do you turn your brain back into focus mode when spacing out

I can hyperfocus for hours on end, but then completely space on sending a simple follow-up email. It's like my brain has two settings: laser focus and complete autopilot. Anyone else have trouble … more

Random question, does anyone know what the words in the balloons are in the banner above?

Hello all.
We’ve had a few chats here about focus and organisation. I’ve been using Goblin Tools and it’s pretty good and certainly helped.

As long as I don’t get bored of it….

Hello people :) especially those who love to read and take notes.
I love reading guides / other books where I want to memorise things more long term. However I haven't found a mechanism yet on how … more

How do you avoid constantly yawning in meetings? It’s something I am trying to work on.

Don’t forget to wish your mom a happy Mother’s Day! Is resisting or waiting past the last minute to buy gifts or send a card an ADHD thing or is it just me?