Strategies
People have often developed many strategies to help them manage throughout their
lives. This book has been written based on years of experience working with people
with ADHD and listening to what strategies work.
Some people with ADHD may have problems with anxiety/ worry and feeling low.
Having the condition can also result in frustration, anger, low self-esteem, and
difficulties with relationships.
If you are finding that you have a lot of difficulty with your mood and self-esteem you
may consider going to your GP to talk to them about what further support there is for
you.
ADHD is covered by the Equality Act (2010) as it is classified as a disability. This
means that employers are required to make ‘reasonable adjustments’ so that you
can access work. Think as you go through this about whether there are any
strategies/ changes that you think would be helpful at work.
If you need additional help or guidance check out the Access to Work website:
https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work
We also have a list of reasonable adjustments that people with ADHD may require at
work, on our website page, here:
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/our-services/adult-autism-and-adhd/what-is-adhd
How To Use This Book
Do not expect yourself to be able to read this book all in one go. Look at the contents
and pick the thing that you most want help with. Go to that section, read the tips and
advice about strategies. Think about which one sounds like it would be something
you want to try out. Pick one or two things maximum at a time. Go away and think
about when and where you could start trying the new strategy. Then put in place the
strategy, make sure you persist with it.
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