Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Since ADHD can negatively affect a person’s performance at work or their ability to maintain a healthy home environment, learning organizational skills can help to prevent issues related to ADHD. Sometimes, when we learn to work with our diagnosis rather than against it, we can get the best results. If you struggle with ADHD, try some of the following to accomplish tasks and complete goals:

• Break your tasks into shorter segments
  • Most people (even without ADHD!) struggle to start a task that feels too overwhelming.
  • Rather than taking on one big task, like cleaning your kitchen, break the task into smaller parts. You can even do this over the course of a few days. For example,
    • Task One: Clean the counters
    • Task Two: Sweep the floors
    • Task Three: Mop the floors
    • Task Four: Take out the trash
  • Use checklists for completing tasks.
  • Set up reminders for yourself about upcoming appointments or other scheduled events and tasks.
    • Use reminders on your phone calendar or wall calendar.
    • Use sticky notes or post-its to keep reminders in places you need them.
    • Try using a whiteboard or chalkboard to keep a list of tasks visible.
  • Use other tools to remember certain things.
    • Take pictures with your smartphone to remember things like where you parked your car.
    • Write things down in a notebook or smartphone app when you need reminders.
    • You can even send notes and reminders to yourself in a text message!
  • Follow a daily routine.
  • Have a specific “home” for items, like a bowl for keys or a designated place for your wallet, purse, or phone.

You can live a successful and fulfilling life with ADHD by learning how to manage symptoms and cope with stress! At Create Recovery, we are here to help you if you’re struggling with addiction due to underlying issues, like ADHD. Remember this important tip: reach out for help when you need it. Create Recovery is here for you!