ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is characterized by inattentiveness, impulsivity and hyperactivity.
What is ADHD?
3%
The worldwide percentage of adults with this learning difference is estimated at 2.5%, although figures vary.
3x
Males are three times more likely to be diagnosed with the neurodivergence than females
55%
Research shows that approx 41% - 55% of families with one child with ADHD, have one parent with the learning difference too.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, which can feature inattentiveness, impulsivity and hyperactivity, is another form of neurodivergence. In some cases, it may be referred to as ADD, as people with ADD have all the traits of ADHD with the exception of hyperactivity.
Those with this learning difference can create unique advantages by bringing energy and new approaches to the work environment. Unlike other neurodiverse conditions, the strengths of people with ADHD have are usually a result of their “hard wiring” and not developed through challenges they face.
It is also synonymous with some of the most unique skills and characteristics of any neurodivergence with respect to ‘hyperfocus’ and ‘hyperactivity.’
“If I'm interested in what I'm doing, I can be super focused. If I'm not interested, I'll put it off.”
"I hate seeing the same patterns in games. If a pattern repeats I'll stop playing that game immediately."
Common ADHD challenges:
- Time management
- Concentration
- Staying on topic
- Rationality
- Articulation
Common ADHD strengths
Hyperfocus
When interested, people with this condition can be very focused on and committed to specific projects and tasks, making them super efficient!
Creativity
The imaginative and busy minds of those with this allows for original ideas and novel solutions to problems, time after time!
Enthusiasm
Despite periods of low energy, people with this neurodivergence also have bursts of speed, enthusiasm and determination!
Innovation
The fearless and sometimes irrational approach that those with ADHD can often exhibit leads to bold, innovative ideas!
Examples of good jobs for people with ADHD
- Graphic Designer
- Emergency Services
- Teacher
- Chef
- Computer Technician
