ADHD IN ADULTS

Understanding the Adults ADHD

Personalised ADHD Support for Adults

We provide tailored assessment, diagnosis, and treatment & management plans for Adults with ADHD

Lifelong Impact of ADHD

Adult ADHD may have unrecognized symptoms from childhood and can persist into later life.

Improving Quality of Life Through Diagnosis

A clinically accurate diagnosis and treatment plan can improve quality of life.

The First Step: Symptom Recognition

Recognition of the ADHD symptoms is the first step toward effective management.

Three Types of ADHD in Adults

Predominantly Hyperactive/Impulsive Type

Restlessness, excessive talking, impatience, and difficulty staying seated or focused

Predominantly Inattentive Type

Often previously called ADD Disorganisation, poor time management, losing items, and difficulty following directions

Combination Type

Mix of inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity symptoms Trouble focusing, forgetfulness, and impulsive decisions

Symptoms & Disorders

Common Life Challenges

Inability or reduced ability to optimally perform in most domains of life such as education, career, and social
Career instability and underperformance
Difficulty concentrating, impulsive decision-making making and completing tasks
Struggles with daily chores, life roles and responsibilities
forgetfulness, procrastination, and missed deadlines
Relationship problems, psychological reactivity, hyper-exaggerated emotional responses
High-stress levels, chronic anxiety, and emotional dysregulation
Low self Esteem, feelings of guilt, frustration, and self-blame

Frequently Co-occurring Disorders

Social Anxiety Disorder: Fear of social situations and interactions
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Uncontrollable, repetitive thoughts or behaviours
Depression & Anxiety: Persistent sadness, hopelessness, or nervousness
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: Extreme emotional pain from criticism or rejection
Sleeping Disorders: Trouble falling or staying asleep, poor sleep quality
Substance Abuse: Misuse of drugs or alcohol to cope with symptoms

The Impact of Untreated and Undiagnosed ADHD

Leads to chronic stress, low self-esteem, and dysfunctional relationships
Can hinder academic and career success
Often causes unhealthy coping strategies (e.g., substance use)
Early, expert assessment and treatment improve overall well-being and potential
Can lead to other mental and behavioural disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, sleep disturbances

Book an Adults ADHD Assessment Today

1. Individual Consultation:
Online or face-to-face

2. Specialist Expertise:
Work with experienced ADHD consultant psychiatrist

3. ICD11/DSM-V Based Diagnosis:
Accurate clinical assessment using best diagnostic tools and up-to-date criteria

4. Flexible Sessions:
Initial consultation lasts around 90 minutes for a through assessment

5. Personalised Treatment Plan:
Full professional diagnostic report and tailored recommendations

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ADHD in the Workplace

Effects on Employers, Employees, & Businesses

An individual with ADHD may face a unique set of challenges. These may include communication, poor focus and distractibility, boredom blackouts, time management, low productivity, social skills, and interpersonal relationships.
With emphasis on early recognition, professional intervention and proper strategies and support, individuals with ADHD can thrive and bring forth unique strengths.
The ADHD Plus Team understands the challenges individuals and employers face and supports both through a professional approach to working with both. The research suggests that early identification of the challenges and tailored intervention can create a more inclusive and productive work environment.

Challenges

Common challenges: distractibility, disorganisation, poor memory and time management, difficulty meeting deadlines in complex tasks, and poor stress management.
Strengths: uniqueness, high drive and dynamism, creativity, high energy, innovative problem-solving, and out-of-the-box solutions.
Recognising, validating and accommodating neurodiversity allows individuals to succeed individually and businesses to benefit collectively.
Employers’ supportive strategies ensure that employees reach their full potential, which ultimately benefits the team.

The Employee Perspective

ADHD is a life-changing condition that affects everyday work performance. Inattention, distractions, forgetfulness, stress, and emotional regulation challenges are common. Individuals with ADHD can bring enthusiasm, creativity, and novel thinking, but without accommodation by the employer, it could be a waste of resources. Supportive work environments can help balance challenges with strengths, improving confidence and productivity in individuals with ADHD.

The Employer Perspective

Employers’ empathy and compassion demonstrate an understanding of the changing employee profile. Embracing neurodiversity benefits overall workplace culture and innovation toward an improved environment. Awareness and proactive adjustments help employers retain valuable talent brimming with new ideas and unchanneled energy. A robust structure supporting neurodivergent employees boosts morale, inclusivity, and productivity.

Potential Impacts of ADHD in the Workplace

Hyperactivity, inattentiveness, procrastination
Poor interpersonal relationships and social skills
Paperwork difficulties, difficulty with time management and meeting deadlines
Overwhelm and overstimulation under pressure, stress and anxiety
Reduced focus during meetings or long tasks, boredom blackouts
High distractibility and increased error rates, inefficiency, and underproductivity
Challenges with task prioritisation and organisation
Rigidity, struggles with multi-tasking and inadaptability
Impulsiveness, poor communication skills and decision-making
Inconsistent follow-through on long-term project

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ADHD in Adults