Impact of ADHD What we know about ADHD, especially prior to it being diagnosed, is that it can contribute to difficulties spanning across areas of your life. You might notice difficulties in the following areas:
Work
Education
Relationships
Leisure activities
Chores
Well-being
Self-esteem
Mental health
Mood
Receiving a diagnosis can be the first step to understanding yourself better, understanding the experiences you have had but also finding new ways to manage and new strategies to try. There is no “cure” for ADHD, it is not something that you grow out of (a third of individuals report symptoms reducing as they enter adulthood, 1-2 thirds report difficulties persisting and/or worsening). ADHD is described as a neurodevelopmental condition, it occurs due to the way in which the brain has developed while in the womb. It is a lifelong condition. There are tremendous strengths and “super-powers” associated with ADHD but for some it can feel like a burden and a negative attribute. We have written a booklet, “receiving a diagnosis in adulthood”, if you have been diagnosed in adulthood this is definitely worth a read to help guide you through digesting the news.
DEVON ADULT AUTISM AND ADHD SERVICE 5
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