adhd memory

  • ADHD and Bridging the Gap Between Knowing and Doing

    ByMarla Cummins Blog

      “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 them?!” You may also be puzzled by your behavior, even frustrated, and question if maybe: When it comes to doing what you know how to do and is important to you probably none of the above is true! It is your ADHD. And, though there is no easy solution when…

  • Why Adults With ADHD Need A Task Manager

    ByMarla Cummins Blog

    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 tasks in your head, you may remember them at some point. But it may not be at a time when you are able to act on them. Alternatively, maybe you have some sort of system to capture and see your tasks. But I imagine, if you’re reading this article, it…

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    ADHD and 20 Ways to Remember What You Want

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Tools & Strategies, Blog

      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 curated a lengthy list of possible options you can apply to the various situations in your life. And, if you can think of more, please share below. Short Term and Long Term Memory First, a little bit about why you may have such a hard time remembering information at the…

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    ADHD and Performance: Putting The Odds In Your Favor

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Time Management, Blog

    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 pursue. My guess is that you have not set up your environment to support you in achieving what you want with your ADHD in mind. Time to close the gap between your intentions and actions.

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    ADHD Adults Who Use These Tips Improve Their Memory

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Symptoms & Diagnosis, Blog

    (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 your brain wiring isn’t reliable for remembering something at the exact time and place you need the information.  Sure, it may come to you, but maybe not when you need it. That’s because your memory really is much more like Swiss Cheese than a trapdoor. ? I know it’s annoying,…