Many adults with ADHD reach their twenties, thirties or later before anyone suggests the reason things have felt harder. You may have coped by working twice as hard, relying on deadlines and adrenaline, or blaming yourself for being “lazy” or “disorganised”. A private adult ADHD assessment at 101 Clinic can help you understand what is really going on.
Common signs of ADHD in adults
- Difficulty starting, organising or finishing tasks
- Losing things, missing appointments or forgetting commitments
- Restlessness, difficulty relaxing or a constantly busy mind
- Acting or speaking impulsively
- Difficulty sustaining focus on things that are not immediately interesting
- Emotional ups and downs and feeling easily overwhelmed
These experiences are common in everyone at times. ADHD is considered when they are persistent, started in childhood, and cause real difficulty at work, in study or in relationships.
What a diagnosis can change
A clear diagnosis can open the door to treatment, including medication where appropriate, workplace adjustments, and a better understanding of yourself. Many adults describe the relief of finally having an explanation.
Not sure if this sounds like you? Try our free two-minute adult ADHD self-check.
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