(originally published July 4, 2011, updated January 6, 2021) Many ADHD adults want a better memory. You, too? It’s definitely one of the challenges adults with ADHD find most infuriating. If you’re struggling with memory challenges you may find yourself at times saying some variation of the following: So, I don’t leave you in suspense I’ll share the punchline with you now. And that is, your ADHD brain is great for thinking and creating. But… Continue reading…
ADHD and Bridging the Gap Between Knowing and Doing
“I know what I need to do and I want to do it. It is important to me, really. But I’m not doing it, at least not consistently. And I’ve tried…everything I can think of!” Sound familiar? And people in your circle who are neurotypical, which may include your spouse, friends, colleagues and boss may wonder: “How is it really possible for someone to not follow through on something they say is important to… Continue reading…
Why Adults With ADHD Need A Task Manager
Decisions about where to put your tasks so you can remember and manage them can be confusing for many adults with ADHD. But, of course, you want to figure this out. Because you want it to be easier to manage and complete your important work. If you’re currently trying to keep tasks in your head, you know it is stressful and often doesn’t work. Because you need to remember to remember. And, if you’re keeping… Continue reading…
ADHD and 20 Ways to Remember What You Want
For adults with ADHD not being able to remember your intentions is what can sometimes get in the way of following through. I know from plenty of personal experience with forgetting everything from the mundane to the important it can be really frustrating. But, rather than berate yourself because you think you should have a better memory, you can adopt workarounds to help you remember what you need and minimize your frustration. Below I’ve… Continue reading…
ADHD and Performance: Putting The Odds In Your Favor
Why is it that you do not follow through on the goals that are truly important to you?! If you are like most adults with ADHD you may at times scratch your head and wonder why, despite your best intentions, you don’t follow through. Though you may at times question whether this is true, it not because of lack of desire. Remember, you have already decided that the goal is one you truly want to… Continue reading…