Are You Suffering From Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
If ignoring important dates, losing your wallet and a constant lateness appear to be normal features of your life, you might not believe they are a problem. But these habits could be indicative of adult ADHD.
Family physicians often overlook ADD in adults. Patients suffering from ADD often have comorbid psychiatric disorders such as mood disorders, anxiety, and addiction problems.
1. You're having a hard time Concentrating
If you're having difficulty focusing, it could indicate that something is affecting your ability to concentrate. You might want to talk to your doctor about getting tested for adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) if this is a problem for you. There are some strategies you can try to improve your focus, such as getting rid of distractions or taking medication that improves concentration.
In adults, signs of ADHD aren't as obvious as in children. They can be manifested as a general agitation or a feeling of anxiety. Fidgeting occurs when you are unable to remain still, use your phone or drawing during meetings. These actions can cause you to overlook important information, or make it difficult for others to understand your message.
You may also find yourself not paying attention to things, like appointments, tasks or other obligations. You might be prone to procrastinate by staying up late to complete school papers or work on an assignment a day or two before the due date. These habits may seem like normal personality characteristics that will never change, however if they affect your relationships and work, they could indicate that you have ADD.
3. You're Always Late
If you're always late and constantly make excuses it could be a sign that you're suffering from adult ADHD. signs of adult add in time management Carmel Moore says that people who are consistently late may be motivated by the desire to rush or are impatient and don't think about the amount of time it takes them to travel from point A to B. They also tend to think in a magical way that they believe it will take less time than it actually does.
4. You're having a hard time Managing Your Time
Procrastination is one of the traits that a lot of adults carry around with their childhood. It could be a personality characteristic that you cannot change. It is possible that you are still putting off responding to texts or calling people back. You may always be late for work or other events. If these actions are causing disruption in your routine it could be a sign of adult add. The delay in addressing issues can lead to anxiety and depression or even burnout.
5. You Have a Hard Time Being Well-organized
You may think that your issues with procrastination in high school have gone, but these habits persist throughout adulthood. For instance, if you frequently have trouble finding things, or leaving items in places where others can see they are an indication that you need to work on your organization skills. If you're always hitting the snooze button on your alarm, and then forgetting to feed the family cat, or if you put off assignments until the final minute, this could be a sign that you have adult ADHD. These issues must be treated before they cause harm to your career, relationships or mental health. There is help available. A few adjustments to your routine can get you back on course!
