5 Tips for managing ADHD as an adult

Make a schedule

This way you won’t become as overwhelmed. Structure is important along with developing better habits in an effort in trying to be more organize.

Write things down

Use sticky notes, make to-do lists, keep a daily journal, Whatever makes it easier for you to remember what your priorities are.

Take proper care of yourself

This means physically as well as mentally. Know your triggers. A balanced diet can help, as some foods/ingredients can cause an unwanted reaction or spike in nervous energy. (like caffeine or excessive amounts of sugar.) Exercising and moving around is important. This is a way to channel your feelings into something beneficial for yourself.

Proper planning

It can be hard to figure out exactly what your priorities are sometimes. It is also inevitable that you may submit to procrastination or any sort of distractions. This ends up in being late to appointments, or completely forgetting what it was you even needed to do. Things like apps with a timer, alarms, alerts, a planner, and a calendar to schedule events in order to not miss anything important.

Ask for help when you need it

A good support system is vital in times of need. Sometime you need to lean on someone who you trust, understands you, will listen to you and be there for you when the going gets tough.

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