Do your ADHD symptoms disrupt your work? Does it feel impossible to stay focused or productive in your workplace? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) creates real challenges that can make work feel overwhelming. Struggling to balance meetings, tackle deadlines, or stay focused … The post ADHD Accommodations at Work: Effective Tips for a More Supportive Workplace appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
ADHD can cause a significant impact on the well-being of your employees, including their performance at work. Often just minor adjustments and accommodations to their needs are enough to help them cope and get back on track. Below we’ll discuss … The post What If I Suspect or Know an Employee Has ADHD? appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
It has been said that ADHD is a disease of “can’t,” not “won’t.” Individuals with ADHD are typically trying very hard to be productive workers, but can find their best efforts thwarted when their brain processes are hijacked. It is extremely challenging … The post Managing Employees With ADHD And Helping Them Succeed appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
People with ADHD can struggle in relationships, work, and life in general from living with an invisible disability. These struggles can be more manageable, though, with awareness and the use of ADHD-informed strategies. If you have been diagnosed with or … The post Impact of ADHD at Work appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Do I tell my employer about my ADD/ADHD? Is ADHD a Disability When Applying for a Job? Many individuals with ADHD ask themselves these questions at some point in their careers. You want to be successful and know you can … The post Should I Disclose My ADHD? appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
While not nearly enough research has been done on ADHD’s benefits, we have compiled a list of attributes that seem to apply to many employees with ADHD. This list has been gathered over our years of working with the ADHD … The post Top 5 Potential Benefits of ADHD for Employees appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Learning that a worker has ADHD raises challenging questions for employers, especially if an employee asks for accommodations. Are you supposed to overlook missed deadlines, because their condition makes it difficult for them to focus? Do you have the right to expect the same performance from ADHD … The post Employers’ Rights and Responsibilities Regarding ADHD appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Businesses will be challenged both externally and internally as they adapt to changing economies and demographics of the future. In the United States, 10,000 people leave the workforce daily to retire. This, along with a lower birth rate, will leave … The post ADHD Work Accommodations Examples appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
A successful person couldn’t possibly have ADHD, right? Well, that’s a myth. When your ADHD does not adversely affect your daily life in a significant way, this is known as high-functioning ADHD. Adult ADHD can have a massive impact on … The post High-Functioning ADHD: The Reality Behind Success appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association