There is no known consistent link with ADHD and foods, drinks etc. However for
some people there is an association. Try and figure out whether your concentration
gets worse when you eat/drink certain things. For example products with ‘E’
numbers, carbohydrates, sugar…
Seek support and understanding from others. This may include telling people what you find difficult or what you need some help with, e.g. asking others to check you are listening.
Think about where you do work and how you manage distractions:
Quiet and calm environment
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Reduce distractions
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• Wear earbuds or noise cancelling headphones
• Let others know you need to focus
• Think about where you are positioned, if you are next to a window, this could
lead to distraction
In conversations:
• Use eye contact to help you focus on what people are saying
• Check your understanding – e.g. using a person’s name in the conversation to help you remember it
• Repeat back the information to the person to check you understood
DEVON ADULT AUTISM AND ADHD SERVICE 10
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