Are You Suffering From Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
You may not consider it a problem if you think that ignoring important dates, losing your wallet or being late every day, are normal traits of your personality. These habits could be signs of adult ADHD.
ADD is more prevalent in older adults than was previously acknowledged however, it is often ignored by family physicians. Patients suffering from ADD are often presenting with multiple psychiatric disorders, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders and addiction issues.
1. You are having a difficult time focusing.
If you have trouble focus, it could be an indication that something is interfering in your ability to concentrate. You might want to talk to your doctor about getting tested for adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) if this is a problem for you. You can increase your focus by eliminating distractions and taking medications to aid in concentration.
In adults, signs of ADHD are less apparent than in children. They may manifest as general restlessness or anxiety. Fidgeting happens when you cannot remain still, use your phone, or draw during meetings. These habits can cause you to miss important information or make it harder for others to understand what you are saying.
You may also find yourself forgetting things, such as appointments, tasks and other obligations. You could be procrastinating by staying up late to finish school papers or work on an assignment a day or two before its due date. These tendencies may seem like normal personality characteristics that will never change, but if they negatively impact your relationships or work, they could indicate that you have ADD.
3. You're Always Late
If you're always late, and then make excuses it could be an indication that you're suffering from adult ADHD. Time management expert Carmel Moore says that people who are always late could be motivated by the desire to rush or be in a hurry and do not think about the amount of time it takes to travel from point A to point B. They also tend to engage magical thinking, believing that it will take less time than it actually takes.
4. You Have a Hard Time Managing Your Time
Procrastination is a characteristic that many adults carry with them from their childhood. It could be a feature of your personality that you cannot change. Maybe you still put off responding to messages via text or calling people back. You may always be late to work or for other reasons. If these habits are affecting your life, it could be an indication of an adult add. Putting off things can lead to anxiety and depression, or even burnout.
5. You have a hard time keeping track of your time
It may seem like your procrastination problems from high school have gone away but, in reality, these habits persist throughout adulthood. For instance, if you frequently have trouble finding things, or putting items out where others can see it could be an indication that you need to work on your organizational skills. Also, if female symptoms of adhd find yourself always putting snooze on your alarm and then forgetting to ensure that the family cat is fed, or put off completing projects due in the near future until you're up against the deadline, these habits could be signs of adult ADHD. They need to be taken care of before they cause harm to your relationships, career or mental health. Help is on the way. A few adjustments to your routine can get you back on the right track!