Even
though Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is found mostly in
children adult ADHD is also a reality. Unlike childhood ADHD, symptoms in adult
ADHD are quite different. These symptoms are discussed below in detail. The
first one is easy distraction on part of the patient. It may be very difficult
for you to complete daily chores or mundane activities due to low attention
span. Another symptom says that during the course of conversation you may just
zone out and talk about something completely unrelated without even realising
it. If you can identify with any of the above situations, there are chances
that you are suffering from Adult ADHD.
Recognising the problem
If you
recognise these problems in your behaviour don’t worry. It is the first step
towards the treatment. It is very easy to get labelled as lazy or stupid in
public if these problems persist for a long time in your behaviour. But the
fact is that it is just a disorder which can easily be cured with help of
medication and therapy. You don’t need to get hassled by other’s opinion when
they are not ready to understand the root cause behind it. However, if left
untreated, adult ADHD can have a far reaching impact on one’s life.
A person
suffering from adult ADHD may suffer from mental and physical ailments, like low
self-esteem, chronic stress, compulsive eating and drug abuse. It can create
problems at work as the sufferer may find it difficult to meet deadlines,
sticking to routine, dealing with paperwork and generally have trouble keeping
his job. Adult ADHD patients have a lot of problem at home and relationships
can get strained because he might be constantly nagged to tidy up or be more
responsible. In fact those suffering from adult ADHD may have violent outbursts
of temper which may impact the family negatively.
Self-help in adult ADHD
Though adult
ADHD is a serious problem, and needs to be cured at the earliest it should not
be equated as being crazy. You have to recognise your problem all right and
visit a therapist, but it is also important to help yourself. For instance you
need to eat and sleep right and get enough exercise. Once you take care of your
physical health, work out regularly and get enough rest it will have a calming
effect on you. You have to actively work on the time management problem.
You know
you have a problem in focussing, so make a set of rules for yourself. Set your
own deadlines. Make as many notes for yourself even for simple tasks. Use
colour coding and alarms on your phone or PC to remind you about meetings,
medications, doctor appointments and things you have trouble remembering. Much
as it is necessary to work on your professional problems you need to work on
your personal relationships as well. Discuss your problems with family and
close friends and be more vigilant and attentive during your conversations. If
you make an honest effort, you will find that there are a lot of people to help
you overcome Adult ADHD.
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