Why does every productivity tip assume a neurotypical brain? “Just make a list,” they say, as if writing things down magically means I’ll follow through. I have lists—dozens of them—half-finished in n… more

I don't know what to do and it's making me really stressed. I got my degree in MLS two years ago because it was the only STEM degree that didn't require any math classes. Now I'm str… more

ADHD and long-term projects are a brutal combination. I always start with excitement and hyperfocus, but by week three, my brain is already chasing the next shiny idea. Last month, I had a project tha… more

Any lawyers here?

Seems a very unfriendly ADHD career - especially contract law. 🤮

Lunch breaks are essential for me to reset, but I constantly find myself skipping them—either because I hyperfocus through lunchtime or feel guilty stepping away when there’s so much to do. Last week,… more

I’ve been on a mission to find the perfect task management system for my ADHD brain. So far, I’ve tried to-do lists (forgot about them), calendar reminders (ignored them), and now I’m testing a kanban… more

Too long; did *NOT* read (TL;DR)

If you can’t get to your main point in the first or second sentence, my severe ADHD brain literally can’t handle it.

Is it just me or are SO MANY PEOPLE unnecessarily long-winded?more

Sometimes I feel like I have to work twice as hard just to be seen as competent. If I forget a small detail or miss a deadline, I worry people will chalk it up to my ADHD rather than just a normal mis… more

Anyone work with Dixon Consulting for ADHD coaching? Class or 1:1? I’m interested in your experience. It’s pretty spendy, so I’d appreciate some insight from someone with personal experience before I … more

Is anybody here on ADHD meds? How does it feel when you start taking them? And how do they affect your work and productivity?

Is it just me, or are morning meetings absolute torture? My brain doesn’t fully boot up until at least 10 AM, yet somehow, I’m expected to contribute thoughtful insights at an 8:30 AM call. Last week,… more

I’ve always struggled with people understanding me when I talk. It feels like my thoughts are three steps ahead of both myself and the other person, and when I try to put them into words, I end up ski… more

Mostly venting, but open to advice.

I have been on adhd meds for over 20 years. And I have been on Vyvance for about 10 years. It works very well for me, no mood side effects or crashes like I experienced on Adde… more

I used to think that adhd was just being unable to focus, hyper, forgetful….etc. Now I’m dealing with the fact that it’s the source of my anxiety and depression-this thing won’t give me a break.

How do… more

I’ve noticed that without a strict deadline, I drift aimlessly, but the moment pressure kicks in, I can hyperfocus like a machine. Last month, I procrastinated on a project for two weeks, then finishe… more

I recently set up a second monitor at work, and I can't decide if it's a game-changer or a complete distraction. On good days, it helps me juggle tasks more efficiently—emails on one screen, p… more

Hello all. I’m an emotional hamster wheel nonstop ADHDer. I guess I'm considered I'm the ageism group. I swear if you met me you would not consider that at all. I've been with my current … more

A consultant and my ADHD prescriber/clinician told me that therapy can help us deal with performing under pressure, like interviews or public speaking. What do sessions look like?

My prescriber/clinici… more

Do alot of people that are ADHD USE METHEPHADIME

Has anyone had Kaiser? I would be a new patient. What’s it like getting your medication and treatment? I am worried about getting Kaiser and then not having access to my medication.

I was on meds as a child unti later teens. I have struggled with ADHD ever since I am 42 now. My friends notice and give me crap sometimes but they are right I know it has been increasingly worse. I l… more

Does anyone here do a lot of observing (in a work place) and predict the outcome of what they are going to do?

I'm spiralizing so bad at work right now, and would love any advice. I've been in this functional freeze for days, and getting any work done is impossible. Nothing is "clicking" in m… more

Hi everyone,

I'm really struggling right now. I was diagnosed with ADHD and a non-verbal learning disability early in life. I am trying to be a psychotherapist but I feel like I'm being treated… more

Frustration w/ Pinterest

Anyone else use Pinterest as a 2nd brain for cataloging references but frustrated w/ some of the newer functionality? It used to be simple to find my boards + pin something fr… more

I am not ADHD, but I have ADD. I can always tell when I'm having ADD behavior when I go to do one thing, then get pulled to do something else and forget about that first thing until some time late… more

Has anyone with ADHD been put on a performance improvement plan?

Is anyone worried about the current climate under new administration (backing out of all DEI commitments) eroding any progress in protecting neurodiverse professionals from discrimination and/or being… more

Does anyone else have a difficulty figuring out if their mind or heart is speaking because if it's adhd related I need help figuring it out