ADHD
Learn the answers to commonly asked questions through a broad range of perspectives!
What is it like for you to be a neurodivergent person? In your personal life? At school? At work?
“I have trouble focusing on tasks” -Anonymous
“I tend to talk really fast and have to remind myself to slow down in professional settings” -Anonymous
“Oftentimes, I forget what I am saying in the middle of conversations because there is a lot going through my mind” -Anonymous
“I lose interest in conversations quickly” -Anonymous
Are there any accommodations or strategies that help you thrive?
“It helps if I study with friends because I feel held accountable.” -Anonymous
“I like visuals rather than long speeches” -Anonymous
“I love taking a walk when I catch myself getting distracted” -Anonymous
Have you faced misunderstandings from others? What were those misunderstandings?
“People think I am not interested in our conversations and try to talk to others in group settings but I just get distracted easily.” -Anonymous
“I often zone out and people think I am bored of them” -Anonymous
How has your experience inspired you in your work and passions?
“I work in the field of psychology, working with kids!” -Anonymous
“Being a person of color, I try to normalize neurodivergent conditions through community conversations” -Anonymous
What are some strengths or unique qualities you feel your neurological condition gives you?
“Although I am distracted at times, there are other times where I can really focus on a task and get it done.” -Anonymous
Do you identify with the term 'neurodivergent'? Why or why not?
“I do, and it took me a while to identify with this term because of how I was raised and how being neurodivergent was looked down upon. Understanding the term and what it represents in terms of everyone being different makes me want to identify with it.” -Anonymous