ADHD/ADD

Many people with ADHD are seen to be lazy or disinterested in their studies, tasks at work, friendships, and even in their romantic relationships. This is because most of those with ADHD are procrastinators, frequently leaving things unfinished and appointments unattended. While it might be easy for others to judge them, the truth is that their tendency to procrastinate is far more complex than it would seem. The tendency to procrastinate in people with ADHD is often linked to an instinctive need they have to make things perfect. In other words, ADHD-related procrastination goes hand in hand with perfectionism, and it’s important to understand why. More Than Meets the Eye People with ADHD are frequently the subjects of misunderstanding and undeserved contempt. They are seen to be rude, standoffish, uncaring, exhausting, too direct, and perhaps worst of all, lazy. In truth, those with ADHD are as imperfect as every other person. Like all of us, they may exhibit these character flaws. There is, however, often a deeper reason as to why they are perceived in these ways. They might not be able to articulate the reasons if questioned, but many neurodiverse people are impacted by the judgments people pass on them. Your loved one or coworker with ADHD is not overemotional; they have struggles regulating their emotions. They are not as careless and disorganized as they are impaired in punctuality and planning. They are not disinterested, disengaged, or lazy because they fail to complete tasks, miss deadlines, or fail to produce results. They are most likely afraid to fail, have standards that are too high to attain, or might be paralyzed by self-doubt. Most people with ADHD struggle in ways you could never understand as a neurotypical person. They require patience, and you refrain from judging them if they [...]

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is commonly seen in children but can follow them into adulthood. The symptoms typically diminish and become less severe as the children grow. However, adult ADHD symptoms can interfere with daily activities at home and work. Inability to concentrate, losing patience, and disorganization can affect your relationships. Although there is no cure for adult ADHD, once you recognize the symptoms, you can seek help. What is adult ADHD? Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects millions of adults worldwide, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Global Health (February 2021). Whether the adults experienced ADHD symptoms as children or not, this mental health disorder is taken seriously. There are several reasons why someone may develop ADHD. These include genetics (hereditary traits), environmental factors, and central nervous disorders. ADHD can also coexist with mood and anxiety disorders. According to diagnostic testing, adults must consistently exhibit at least five symptoms over six months before being diagnosed with ADHD. However, only a professional mental health specialist can make the determination. Adult ADHD Symptoms Perhaps you were never officially tested for ADHD while growing up. Many of the symptoms in children are sometimes chalked up to a child being too excitable or even referred to as a troublemaker by those who do not recognize the signs. Many of the symptoms listed are seen in childhood but escalate as adults. How many of these symptoms did you have as a child and still have today? You are easily distracted Do you often sit at your desk trying to work but catch yourself daydreaming out the window? How often have you set out to do a task but end up distracted by new tasks, scrolling social media, or watching videos? Inability to stay focused is one of the most common signs of Attention-Deficit [...]

🎧 Listen to this article https://planochristiancounseling.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Plano-Christian-Counseling-ADHD-and-Communication-How-One-Impacts-the-Other.mp3 Almost all friendships and relationships these days are maintained and enriched by digital communication. With our busy lives, we tend to rely on text messaging and video calls to make plans, check in with each other, share news, and spend casual time together when we can’t meet in person. Digital communication fills a gap in almost all modern friendships. This especially affects those with ADHD. For those with ADHD, though, this aspect of communication can be complicated. Where most people find digital communication to be easy and sometimes even preferable, those with ADHD generally hate it. Their friends and partners will probably attest to this fact. For many, those with ADHD seem to blow hot and cold because they are friendly, focused, and connected in person but silent and seemingly cold in the times between hangouts. The ADHD Pattern From the perspective of friends, those with ADHD have a pattern of communication that looks something like this: You spend time together and enjoy yourselves with your ADHD friend, making you feel like you’re the center of their attention and the only person in the room. However, you don’t hear from them in the days and weeks that pass. Text messages don’t receive replies, and phone calls are unanswered; they seem to be ghosting you. What gives? If you have experienced rejection or abandonment trauma in your life, this kind of unpredictable communication often feels triggering. It’s hard to trust someone who makes you feel seen and heard when you’re face to face, only to disappear completely in the time between. Communication is as much about the words that are spoken as much as the words that go unspoken. Silence speaks volumes, too. Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind One of the harsher [...]

You may have heard about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the past regarding children, but were you aware that adults can also live with this mental condition? Many children with ADHD eventually outgrow it, but about 60% of individuals still have adult ADHD. Symptoms of adult ADHD Do you often question why you struggle with a short attention span, listening to others, or impatience? These are some common symptoms of adult ADHD: Fidgeting and an inability to sit still Hyperactivity is a core component of ADHD, although someone can have the condition without restlessness. As a child, your teachers may have told your parents that you were always on the move or could not sit still. Plano Christian Counseling offers faith-based guidance and support to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of ADHD with understanding and practical strategies. Impulsiveness Impulsiveness and risky behaviors, such as driving recklessly, speeding, and having one-night stands, are symptoms that can lead to broken relationships and trouble with the law. Interrupting others Interrupting others and being unable to wait your turn are hallmarks of ADHD in adults. For example, you may have trouble waiting patiently in line at the grocery store or doctor’s office. In addition, you may become belligerent if you feel that others are being seen first. Racing thoughts Your thoughts may jump from one subject to the next rapidly, and people might complain that you talk too fast. This is one of the reasons you interrupt others; you want to voice your thoughts before you lose them to another topic. Starting projects and not completing them Your parents, spouse, or boss might complain about you starting projects only to abandon them at the halfway point. You may lose interest or become distracted by a new project. Inability to focus [...]