I sometimes wonder if workplaces would run better if we actually designed roles around how different brains work. I’m great in a crisis, love brainstorming, and can hyperfocus on creative problem-solv… more

I just started Vyvanse and I think it has me feeling nostalgic. Like I’m reminded of myself as a teen and child. I feel like an earlier version of myself.

Networking events are tough with ADHD—too many conversations happening at once, too much noise, and way too many names to remember. At a recent work event, I completely blanked on someone’s name mid-c… more

With talking to my doctor, it's very likely that I may have PMDD. I'm also getting to an age where peri menopause is around the corner. I haven't looked into it much, but both PMDD and p… more

2 years ago I received a diagnosis. 1 year ago I lost my job and stopped taking medication because I felt guilty for having nothing to do. That was a mistake. Thankfully I am back on track now. I wish… more

ADHD with heavy estimation/time blindness, how do you manage to set realistic deadlines and expectations?

I realize only an official diagnosis can tell me this, but are these things adhd symptoms? 1. comprehend/communicate excellent with visuals (e.g., flow chart, agendas, images), but can’t process as we… more

What are the best organizations to work for that accommodate and support creatives with neurodiversity?

Wondering if I’m Neurodivergent.
I’ve always felt different—like I process information differently. It’s been embarrassing. Some things I’m great at, like considering alternate perspectives, communicat… more

Funny ADHD story: So one time a family member told me to put their insulin in the fridge, I said "Ok no problem". I put it in the pantry (where my medicines and other meds are.) One day she … more

What are your biggest ADHD pet peeves? I'll go first:

1.) People who are going too slow on a task that can easily be done quickly. For me that's like having your sweater's wrist sleeve in water.🤢

2 ) W… more

Currently on Straterra 25 mg and not really feeling the benefits. Anyone had success with it and what dosage ?

I recently started using noise-canceling headphones at work, and it has been an absolute game-changer. The constant office chatter and background noise used to pull my focus in a million directions, b… more

Does anyone else find open office environments completely overwhelming? The constant noise, side conversations, and people walking around make it almost impossible to focus. Last week, I lost track of… more

How to read books with ADHD? I’m in my 30’s and never read books outside of school/college requirements. I struggle to stay focused and getting through the book is a nightmare. I would like to know ho… more

🌟 #ADHDWin 🌟

Let’s take a moment to celebrate our wins—big or small! ADHD makes some things harder, so every accomplishment counts. Maybe you finished a project early (for once!), stayed on top of em… more

Any advice on how to become more polished as a nontraditional candidate? Do I do Toastmasters or hire an executive coach in parallel w/ therapy? Do I do what James Earl Jones did to get rid of his stutter by reci… more

Having ADHD for 29 years sucks.

The bowl search function isn't working for me at all- is there a similar board to this one but for autistic workers? I just started my first job, but nothing's going right and I'm in total… more

I tried Notion because everyone raved about how it was the ultimate productivity tool, but for my ADHD brain, it was a spectacular failure. I spent days customizing dashboards, tweaking templates, and… more

If you are struggling at work because of ADHD - don't quit! I'm a former Accommodation Program Manager at Amazon and so many professionals don't realize that they can get reasonable accommodations to make their w… more

For a while, Adderall was a necessary evil. Even when I found my sweet spot, I still didn’t like it. And knowing I was pumping a constant stream of chemicals in my body also didn’t sit right with me. … more

Sometimes I wonder if ADHD is actually a secret weapon. My ability to hyperfocus has saved me in high-pressure situations—like last month, when I cranked out an entire presentation in six hours straig… more

I've been struggling to find a new job in project management without a certification ( working on it) and/or direct experience in a similar field (looking for tech/IT positions). I struggle to display my va… more

Are there group coaching/communities specifically for ND people dealing with burnout? Some days I really feel so isolated as an unemployed recovering from burnout designer and struggle to find any men… more

Hi all ,
Though I am not officially diagnosed yet , it looks very likely I have ADHD . I am early fifties and never knew . It's a relief as clearly my brain is wired differently. My question is ab… more

Long email chains are my worst nightmare. By the time I get to the latest message, I’ve already lost track of what was decided five replies ago. Last week, I completely missed an important action item… more

My current project lead won't verbally process things with me, and I feel stuck in a loop of not understanding what is happening because I have nobody to talk things through with (just me and them… more

Deadlines are supposed to create urgency, but for me, they often do the opposite—I freeze. The closer it gets, the more my brain panics, and instead of focusing, I shut down completely. Last week, I h… more

Does anyone else struggle with memory issues? I feel so stupid realizing others no all of these facts that I just don’t know or remember. It’s quite crazy I’ve survived in corporate so far because I f… more

Anyone else here struggle with juggling multiple tasks at work due to ADHD? I find myself starting many tasks but finishing few. It's like my mind is a browser with too many open tabs. How do you … more

I tend to procrastinate and put aside the tasks i received. sometines simple tasks felt huge and endrd up being delayed. i had difficulty to stay focused in a meeting and in my work, my boss had addre… more

How much do you trust ADHD self-diagnosis? I see a lot of people claiming it online based on quizzes and it bugs me. Isn't this potentially harmful, considering the complexity of ADHD?