ADHD Professionals

I get 7-8 hours of sleep yet still full so tired. Which is a huge impact on my focus. Anyone else in a similar boat or faced this?

Are there any professionals here in IB, PE, VC or MC? Curious about how your experiences and how you survived as someone with ADHD or AuDHD?

I’ve done exactly one thing on my to do list for Thanksgiving….. out of about 25. But damn I feel accomplished 😂. That dopamine hit from checking the box on my list is wild.

I’m at a quarter- life crisis. I’ve been working as a tech consultant but have had terrible project work. At this point I’m tired of the work or even just working in general and it sucks more with ADH… more

Does anyone here work in consulting, public accounting, law, or another field that requires tracking of time everyday as a way to measure performance? If so, have their been any accommodations or chan… more

Everyone says a solid morning routine is the key to a great day, but with ADHD, it's never that straightforward. I’ve tried everything from meditation to rigorous exercise before breakfast, yet I … more

Happy Friday everyone! :)

I was thinking of ways that I would like to show up as an ally to others with ADHD, neurodivergence, and other invisible disabilities.

What does being an ally to people mean t… more

Yesterday, I missed a critical deadline mentioned in a project brief, leading to four hours of rework and a very frustrated team. It’s particularly tough knowing my ADHD played a part. This isn't … more

I wish I would have focused more when I was younger to be further ahead now. I have let my ADHD paralyze and second-guess myself my entire life. I always thought I was made for something greater. N… more

What time is the latest we should take ADHD meds before taking melatonin or weed gummies to fall asleep?

I take an extended release, and its half-life is 6 hours. I usually take it 2x/day, the second one after th… more

How many got the feedback about communication problems and clarity issues ? How did you solve it ?

Anyone else experiencing chronic burnout due to capitalism / chaos of US current events?
Feels like the same thing over and over and over, while everything keeps getting significantly worse. But there’… more

I'm doing BCG Casey tomorrow and have another firm's super day interview on Thursday, but my mental health and confidence are down the drain due to other issues. I've half given up and just want to cr… more

How do you figure out attention to detail? I can get the job done and fast but I struggle with checking or doing the final details resulting in typos etc which are affecting my credibility. I do check… more

Just last week, I received a performance review that highlighted my "lack of focus" during meetings, noting 3 instances where it impacted project timelines. It stung, especially since I’m tr… more

Is there any place to get reliable, low-cost adult ADHD testing? I have insurance, but I don't think this is covered, or not fully. Anecdotally I have heard that getting a diagnosis costs thousand… more

I find that having a cluttered workspace really affects my focus. But keeping it organized is a challenge. Any tips for maintaining an ADHD-friendly workspace?

I’m having a down day. I see so many younger colleagues that have surpassed me by 2 or 3 rungs in the ladder. (I’m nearing 50 but everyone thinks I’m much younger) It feels embarrassing. While I respe… more

I’m honestly so embarrassed at myself. I have all these things I said I would do — clubs I’d create, impact I’d have, startups I’d create — but I have nothing of impact to show for it. I just have all… more

Let’s brainstorm some ideas! What changes or improvements would make our workplace more accessible for everyone?

Exhausted with RTO 4 days a week.

How are y’all coping? Rage applied to remote roles?

Anyone know of any kid friendly work from home positions? Or am I living in fantasy land?

Can anyone recommend a therapist licensed in New York? I’m a recently-diagnosed ADHD lawyer and would want someone experienced with senior-level people in corporations or in law practice. I’m looking … more

If you've talked to your manager about your ADHD, how'd that go? Anything I should watch out for before having that conversation? I think it'll help me in the long run

Where can I get ADHD assessment in New York? I see "Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner" on zocdoc but not sure if they provide assessment.

Need help getting tested/diagnosis. I have Kaiser insurance and the protocols for testing involve not having an anxiety attack for 6 months before they can test me. This is impossible because I have a… more

Happy Monday everyone! :)

We received feedback from our organizational surveys that there is a concerning percentage of people that are feeling unsafe to disclose their disability in the workplace.

Wh… more

Does anyone have an adhd coach they would recommend? It’s kinda debilitating, and I feel stuck in my life. :(

Or if you’ve any tips on how I can find a therapist who specializes in this that would be g… more

Discussion Topic!

What are some ways we can create a supportive environment for mental health in the workplace, especially for our work friends with ADHD/neurodivergence/invisible & visible disabilities?
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I tried to avoid diagnosing myself from TikTok videos, but I keep seeing all the stuff about having high cortisol. I have a lot of the symptoms people talk about like racing thoughts at night, waking … more

*2022 grad resume help*

Hi all! I’ve been on the hunt for jobs since June, but no luck with responses so far. Any chance someone here in Finance could take a look at my resume? 🥹

Thank you in advance… more