Thoughts on the term “Spicy” as it relates to neurodivergent children to help reduce the”diagnosis language.” 🧠🌶️ I have two kids that are and it is mixed (ages 11 and 13)

What are some of your strategies for getting started in the morning? I usually make a list and identify one or two priorities—items I can’t really put off—then stare at the list and find distractions.… more

How do you fight ADHD/AuDHD-related burnout at work?

I have a doctor’s note for 4 days WFH due to ADHD. My manager suggested skipping the formal HR route and just using quiet meeting rooms at the office to avoid 'low visibility' risks during lay… more

What career options have been successful for people like us? Looking to do something that better fits how I’m made up

Does anyone feel super stuck in their careers. Like no direction. I’m 43 and feel I’ve accomplished nothing.

As someone with ADHD, I have had at least 100 jobs because I get bored and quit. The boredom will literally make me feel like someone is holding me against my will, it’s an intense feeling and overwhe… more

For anyone who is planning to join KPMG. And especially if you have ADHD, this is for you!

Political Capital in a Big 4
• Rewards visibility + endurance
• Punishes absence even when absence is legitimate
• Retaliation is informal, undocumen… more

Could you provide insights on the benefits of fish oil supplements? Additionally, what strategies or recommendations do you suggest for maintaining high motivation and focus during mornings and workda… more

Has anyone in here ever submitted paperwork to their employer regarding their disability to protect their job?
I don’t think I’m being treated fairly. In fact, I feel targeted and discriminated.

Best noise cancelling headphones?

Mine are on their way out. I’ve got the AirPods Max but I’m looking for anything up to ~$400. I live in them when working remote, and I definitely notice a difference… more

Hoping this is not too niche … I have major sensory issues with putting on lotion but my skin gets sooo dry in winter. Any recommendations that melt into the skin quickly to minimize the icky feeling

What medication do you think works best? Dies the non stimulus work better ?

Alright this is new.. so I took my Adderall & 2 hours later passed right out on the couch while watching a movie, thinking about something I was struggling to sort out. Had a full blown dream that… more

Any ideas on ridding brain Fog

Anybody moved from non-pro drug (concerta) to a pro drug like vyvanse? I’m on concerta 36mg and my body is basically processing it too fast. My therapist and doctor suggested either moving to 52mg (bu… more

Does anyone have a coach (one who's worked with those with disabilities) at work that helps you be successful at work? I'm thinking about asking for one, which AskJAN says is a reasonable requ… more

Any advice on managing your relationship with a parent that has ADHD? They got diagnosed a few years ago, and it’s been a great help, but now almost every single thing is related back to ADHD. I’m rea… more

So like.. does anyone else doom scroll Uber Eats to the point you just don’t eat because you can’t make a decision? Erghhh!! 😡

Any tips for getting your brain to boot up in the a.m? Feel like mine is very slow and want to be able to just sit down and knock things out early morning before the day gets hectic

My favorite time of the day is 10-2pm.

Anyone else have an internal meltdown because for the first time you realized your brain thinks differently than others, processing things differently & you visibly experienced it that you allowed… more

Anyone ADHD and pregnant? Or ever experienced that? How did you navigate? Did you stay on your meds? Did the value of your work decrease? I’m really having a hard time.

Anyone here have experience with Qelbree?

Are any of you religious? Sometimes I feel like my ND traits make it extra difficult for me to play along, so to speak. It feels more sacrilegious to lie about how much I pray or believe that there… more

Officially going in for an ADHD screening by psychiatrist office as referred by my primary care doctor. A bit nervous tbh. How long did the evaluation process take, was it very strenuous/taxing? Did you have to do any physic… more

I feel guilty every time I step away from my desk for a brain break even though I need it to reset and keep functioning. Everyone around me seems to be laser-focused all day, and I worry that taking 1… more

Hot take: ADHD isn’t being overdiagnosed, it’s finally being recognized, especially in adults, women, and BIPOC folks who were overlooked for years. I wasn’t diagnosed until I was 31, after years of s… more

I’m good at what I do, but I burn out fast. In every role I’ve had, I start strong, mask hard, and overcompensate for my ADHD until the cracks start to show. It all builds up until I either crash or q… more

“Just make a list” or “try a planner” are the default responses I get when I’m clearly overwhelmed and they always feel like a slap in the face. I do have lists. I do use apps. But the issue isn’t too… more