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Turning ADHD into “Awesome
Dynamic Highly Dependable”
Kellyn Gorman
Sr. Azure Data Engineer, SME for Oracle on Azure
Microsoft
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It's been a tough last 12 months in many ways, and even the
strongest person can become weighed down and ultimately
depressed to some degree by life. It happened to me in late
January. I had several hundred people in the SQL community
wish me well and probably 30 of those said they had suffered
recently, or constantly with depression. As I said in my blog
post back then, it's not something to be ashamed of. It can
happen to anyone. And if it happens to you, remember you
are not alone! The best thing you can do is talk to someone
about it, someone who cares for you, and don't give up.
Paul S. Randal
DP WIT Mental Health and Wellness Day
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Who am I?
Kellyn Gorman
• SME for Oracle on Azure, Cloud Architecture and Engineering at
Microsoft
• Live in Portland, OR on the Columbia River in a floating home
• 25 yrs. DBA- MSSQL, Oracle, MySQL, DB2, PostgreSQL, Sybase
• DevOps Engineer, STEM instructor, author, mentor and sponsor.
https:dbakevlar.com
@DBAkevlar
“Strange Child”
Obliviously brilliant Daydreamer
Ability to recite stories
from memory
When put on the spot,
became anxious and
suffered “brain shut-
down”
Never sat still, always
climbing
Lack of impulse control-
took apart electronics,
always touching
everything, speaking up
when asked to be silent
On the spectrum-
difficulty interacting with
peers
Considerable anxiety-
happiest alone
Growing Up
with ADHD
• Not living up to your potential
• Stop being lazy
• Pay attention/Pull it together!
• Please sit still/stop climbing/stop running/dancing
around/stop touching everything!
• Why must you talk so much? Ask so many questions?
• Widespread misinformation about drugs used in the
treatment of ADHD
• The confusion around timed tests equating to knowledge
• How public education for the average student is rarely
beneficial to the ADHD mindset.
My ADHD Brain as an Adult
What is
ADHD?
What is
Going on
When you
Have ADHD?
• Impacted areas of the brain with low levels
of activity when tedious or stressful
situations occur.
• Scenarios that are interactive, interesting or
exciting create normal neuro-transmitter
activity.
• Can be very demoralizing throughout the
entire lifetime of the individual.
• Impacts to education, relationships, career
and overall quality of life.
Less Known
Symptoms
• Obsessive itching, tics, picking or scratching at self.
• Hyper-sensitivity to clothing seams, tags or even
colors.
• Hoarding/sloppy/messy
• Addictive behavior: food, shopping, drugs, sex, etc.
• Hyperactivity can be demonstrated more than in
physical activity- finger tapping, leg shaking,
talking fast, eye movement, aggressive, physical
outbursts, etc.
• Working memory deficit- A small detail will be
forgotten or a word you just discussed can’t be
recalled.
Three Primary
Types of ADHD
Inattentive Presentation
• Executive dysfunction
• Inattentive to detail
• Difficulty with paying attention
• Unable to follow instructions or remember conversations.
Hyperactive-Impulsive Presentation
• Very talkative and may speak very fast. Tendency to interrupt.
• Unable to sit still
• Fidgets
• Restless
• Poor sleep patterns
• Impulsive/lack of control
• Accident prone
Combined Presentation
To Treat or Not to Treat ADHD
• 9.4% of American children diagnosed with ADHD and 7.2% globally
• 62/47% choice of medication or behavioral treatment
• 83% embraced coping mechanisms to address challenges
• 23% received no treatment
• 4.4% of adults have ADHD, (60% of children diagnosed)
Data and Statistics About ADHD | CDC
Benefits of
Addressing
ADHD
• 41% of adult ADHD consider the impact from it as “severe”
• Worst cases of ADHD could reduce your life expectancy by
25 years-
• Less healthy choices
• Impulsive behaviors create risk
• Self-harm, anxiety, depression, etc.
• Impacts to career and relationships
• Lack of adequate sleep
• Overall quality of life.
Things to
know about
ADHD
Genetics are high risk factor.
• 40% have a parent with ADHD
Suspected risk factors:
• Brain injury
• Environmental factors during pregnancy
• Diet is not a cause, (i.e. sugar) but can impact
symptoms
• Symptoms may become more manageable as
children reach adulthood, but rarely disappear.
• Undiagnosed adults, (especially mothers) are often
identified after their child or other family member is.
• Medication is a personal and medical decision,
shouldn’t be up for public opinion.
31 ADHD Statistics & Facts to Raise Awareness in 2021 (medalerthelp.org)
Adults with ADHD
ADHD is often viewed as childhood condition and identified mostly
with boys.
60% of adults with ADHD had it in childhood.
May be viewed as incompetent, childish or irresponsible.
Coping mechanisms may be highly developed, (especially true for
women with ADHD.)
The Tech Industry has a High Percentage of
ADHD…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Market Report, 2018-2020 (grandviewresearch.com)
ADHD Therapeutics Market Size, Trends & Growth | 2017 to 2020 (marketdataforecast.com)
Biggest
Complaints
of ADHD
Executive Dysfunction- “Getting Started”
Disorganized
Being on Time/Keeping Appointments
Lack of Attention
Inability to “Transition”
Procrastination/Inability to Complete Tasks
Learning Disorders that may also be present.
Internal Preoccupation
Miscommunication or incomplete communication.
Executive Dysfunction
Don’t overthink- Overthinking can be overwhelming. Small
goals.
To-do lists, (including email to-do for quick access)
Schedule to begin task and open-end time.
Disorganization
• Remove clutter- If you don’t need
it, then get rid of it.
• Schedule time for designated tasks-
email, daily, quick cleanup, etc. to
keep from becoming
overwhelming.
• Consider, (if available) to outsource
weak points, such as
housecleaning, weekly shopping
• Simplify clothing choices.
• Keep copies of important items
with you, (medication, paperwork.)
If you take medication, have some
with you if you forget to take it.
Timeliness
Distracted
“That snail is too loud….”
Lack of Attention
Have numerous tasks to transition to and from as attention wanes.
Have
Have hobbies that can assist in train to extend attention, (reading, yoga, meditation, model building, word
games, etc.)
Hobbies
Ensure proper rest and nutrition, including removal of many artificial colors and sweeteners that are suspected
to impact attention.
Ensure
When attention is waning or an extended focus has not yielded results, consider a short break or distraction to
regain focus.
Consider
Limit distractions/noise-cancelling solutions/peaceful surroundings
Limit
Procrastination/Inability
to Complete Tasks
• Perform small tasks/easily completed tasks immediately.
• Try to group small tasks to complete as many as
possible, (feeling of accomplishment with these, too.)
• Interweave small tasks in the middle of large tasks to
give a break, refresh and offer attention refocus.
• Do something, do anything goal, even if it’s not what
you intended, start and migrate to the intended task.
• Reward yourself once achieved, (When I finish a small
task, may be a walk on the deck, a large task, a ½ hour
of Nintendo Switch game play.)
Learning
Disorders
That May
Also be
Present
Identify the Learning
Disorder
1
Get help to address it,
(educational,
therapeutic, etc.)
2
Use application tools
/technology to assist,
(spell/grammar checks,
accessibility features,
etc.)
3
If management
support, then notify
and ask for
accommodations if
needed.
4
Internal
Preoccupation
and
Transitioning
• Inability to recall a word, a person/name or idea
• Take a deep breath
• Try word association
• Talk it out
• Inability to transition
• Complete task step, then attempt to transition.
• Ask if request can wait till you’ve completed
task
• Use multiple screens to keep from a transition.
• Racing Thoughts
• Controlled distraction- read, music,
tv/movie/game
• Talk it through with someone you trust.
• Imagine optimal scenario
Communication
Speaking
• Count to 5 before answering, (help with interruption issue.)
• Focus on the goal of what you want to say. We can easily run-on in conversations.
• If you are hyper-focusing, ask the person if you can come to them later to have the
conversation.
• If you demonstrate hyperactivity through speed of speech, consider taking more time on
enunciating, not just slowing down your rate of speech.
• Stress/frustration/anger can exasperate ADHD issues, causing you to:
• Blurt out
• Clam up
• Ramble
Consider asking for a better time to speak, whenever possible. Give yourself the time you need before
speaking.
Listening
• Verify if peers or managers feel they must repeat
communication with you. If so, identify if there is a
pattern and produce options to address it.
• Repeat what was said to yourself to ensure you
understood what was said.
• Ask the speaker to clarify or elaborate if you are
having difficulty with retrieval.
• Ask questions to make it more interactive.
• One-on-one conversations are likely to be more
productive than group or large social events.
• Be aware how much pragmatic conversation you
are privy to with ADHD.
Emotional Toll
Office Space/Open
Space
• Open Space Offices are Everywhere…
• Re-arrange so desk faces a wall.
• Purchase noise-cancelling headphones.
• Locate quiet location for focus time.
• Arrange monitors to build barrier from distractions.
• Incorporate breaks throughout the day.
• Consider a “Do Not Disturb” sign for focus times.
Ask for an opportunity to move to quieter location if
there is an issue.
Work
Environment
Work From Home
• Need Structure? Build out with scheduling, web
meetings and timers.
• At home distractions
• Home Office
• Try observed, controlled outing, (coffee house)
Collaboration Group/
• Ask for scheduled times for work vs. collaboration.
• Set aside scheduled time for emails.
• Schedule focus time into calendar free of meetings
and interruptions
Make a list of what works for you and what
doesn’t when it comes to work!
Work With,
Not Against
ADHD
Load up your plate with more tasks than you think you can
accomplish, allows for easier transition and ability to keep busy.
Multi-task when able.
Keeps notes/data in a single locations vs. multiple and accessible from
all devices.
Use your impulsiveness to take risks that might end up opportunities
lost.
Persistence- The difference between failure and success is often
trying one more time.
Let your manager know how he can make you successful, (what works
for you.)
Find other neurodiverse individuals who may be able to help you find
opportunities for success.
Team up with individual that is meticulous, detail oriented and
balances out your ADHD mindset.
Tools
• Organizers
• Smart Phones, (along with smart
watches- discuss benefits)
• Timers
• Routines
• Smart Home Devices
• Bill Pay/Auto Pay
• Online Automation
• Meal/Grocery Delivery
• Simplify EVERYTHING.
I Still Face Challenges…
• TSI requirements around Certifications at Microsoft.
• Topics aren’t interesting or part of my role/day-to-day job.
• Deadlines for training on top of customer workload.
• Unable to choose the certifications they require you to pass.
• Training is around 60 hrs. or more for me due to ADHD loss of focus.
• More-so, the company in charge of the testing is excruciating to work with.
• Time test.
• Extensive review of environment for remote testing.
• Online software isn’t robust, often fails.
• Scheduling is often flawed, (complex time zone challenges, no reminders, etc.)
• Can take upwards to an hour or more to get into the system before taking the test.
Be Kind To Yourself
Don’t expect perfection,
expect small successes.
Give yourself a break,
(i.e. take breaks and
show yourself kindness.)
Get plenty of rest.
Make yourself
comfortable.
Mask distractions.
You feel things for a
reason- find out the why,
address the why.
My Own Tips To Success
Identify and OWN your ADHD. Find your superpower!
Find what you’re passionate about and build it into your job and hobbies.
Your job is only as good as your boss.
Train your boss to be good at managing YOU.
Set yourself up for success.
Rid yourself or silence the “negative noise”- people, places and things.
Automate or “Auto-pilot” everything and anything to free up focus resources.
Essential notifications from smartphone to Apple watch keeps me dependable and on-time.
Small tasks I do immediately, and “pepper” transitioned between larger tasks when focus wanes.
Consider ADHD Groups
ADHD groups | Meetup
Kellyn Gorman
Kellyn.Gorman@microsoft.com
@DBAKevlar
https://dbakevlar.com
References
Learn the 8 Superpowers of Highly Successful ADHD Leaders | Inc.com
• CHADD - Improving the lives of people affected by ADHD
• ADHD Support for Parents of ADD, ADHD Children | HealthyPlace
• Learn the 8 Superpowers of Highly Successful ADHD Leaders | Inc.com
• Difference Between ADHD and Executive Function Disorder
• 12 Things to do for Coping with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Home | ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Associationer (ADHD or ADD) Successfully
• The Queen of Distraction: How Women with ADHD Can Conquer Chaos, Find Focus, and Get More Done: Terry
Matlen, Sari Solden: 9781626250895: Amazon.com: Books
• Fast Minds: How to Thrive If You Have ADHD (Or Think You Might): Surman, Craig, Bilkey, Tim, Weintraub,
Karen: 9780425274064: Amazon.com: Books
• Driven to Distraction (Revised): Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder: Hallowell M.D.,
Edward M., Ratey M.D., John J.: 2015307743152: Amazon.com: Books

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Turning ADHD into "Awesome Dynamic Highly Dependable"

  • 1. Turning ADHD into “Awesome Dynamic Highly Dependable” Kellyn Gorman Sr. Azure Data Engineer, SME for Oracle on Azure Microsoft
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  • 3. It's been a tough last 12 months in many ways, and even the strongest person can become weighed down and ultimately depressed to some degree by life. It happened to me in late January. I had several hundred people in the SQL community wish me well and probably 30 of those said they had suffered recently, or constantly with depression. As I said in my blog post back then, it's not something to be ashamed of. It can happen to anyone. And if it happens to you, remember you are not alone! The best thing you can do is talk to someone about it, someone who cares for you, and don't give up. Paul S. Randal
  • 4. DP WIT Mental Health and Wellness Day This event is for sharing the stories of our community members. Whatever speakers or organizers share is not medical advice and not a replacement form of treatment for physical, mental or medical problems by your doctor either directly or indirectly. Please be sure to read the session descriptions before viewing to ensure that the subject matter will not cause any undue stress. It is advisable to seek the advice of a licensed healthcare professional if you need any assistance. Our code of conduct can be found here: https://wit.sqlugs.com/code-of-conduct/
  • 5. Who am I? Kellyn Gorman • SME for Oracle on Azure, Cloud Architecture and Engineering at Microsoft • Live in Portland, OR on the Columbia River in a floating home • 25 yrs. DBA- MSSQL, Oracle, MySQL, DB2, PostgreSQL, Sybase • DevOps Engineer, STEM instructor, author, mentor and sponsor. https:dbakevlar.com @DBAkevlar
  • 6. “Strange Child” Obliviously brilliant Daydreamer Ability to recite stories from memory When put on the spot, became anxious and suffered “brain shut- down” Never sat still, always climbing Lack of impulse control- took apart electronics, always touching everything, speaking up when asked to be silent On the spectrum- difficulty interacting with peers Considerable anxiety- happiest alone
  • 7. Growing Up with ADHD • Not living up to your potential • Stop being lazy • Pay attention/Pull it together! • Please sit still/stop climbing/stop running/dancing around/stop touching everything! • Why must you talk so much? Ask so many questions? • Widespread misinformation about drugs used in the treatment of ADHD • The confusion around timed tests equating to knowledge • How public education for the average student is rarely beneficial to the ADHD mindset.
  • 8. My ADHD Brain as an Adult
  • 10. What is Going on When you Have ADHD? • Impacted areas of the brain with low levels of activity when tedious or stressful situations occur. • Scenarios that are interactive, interesting or exciting create normal neuro-transmitter activity. • Can be very demoralizing throughout the entire lifetime of the individual. • Impacts to education, relationships, career and overall quality of life.
  • 11. Less Known Symptoms • Obsessive itching, tics, picking or scratching at self. • Hyper-sensitivity to clothing seams, tags or even colors. • Hoarding/sloppy/messy • Addictive behavior: food, shopping, drugs, sex, etc. • Hyperactivity can be demonstrated more than in physical activity- finger tapping, leg shaking, talking fast, eye movement, aggressive, physical outbursts, etc. • Working memory deficit- A small detail will be forgotten or a word you just discussed can’t be recalled.
  • 12. Three Primary Types of ADHD Inattentive Presentation • Executive dysfunction • Inattentive to detail • Difficulty with paying attention • Unable to follow instructions or remember conversations. Hyperactive-Impulsive Presentation • Very talkative and may speak very fast. Tendency to interrupt. • Unable to sit still • Fidgets • Restless • Poor sleep patterns • Impulsive/lack of control • Accident prone Combined Presentation
  • 13. To Treat or Not to Treat ADHD • 9.4% of American children diagnosed with ADHD and 7.2% globally • 62/47% choice of medication or behavioral treatment • 83% embraced coping mechanisms to address challenges • 23% received no treatment • 4.4% of adults have ADHD, (60% of children diagnosed) Data and Statistics About ADHD | CDC
  • 14. Benefits of Addressing ADHD • 41% of adult ADHD consider the impact from it as “severe” • Worst cases of ADHD could reduce your life expectancy by 25 years- • Less healthy choices • Impulsive behaviors create risk • Self-harm, anxiety, depression, etc. • Impacts to career and relationships • Lack of adequate sleep • Overall quality of life.
  • 15. Things to know about ADHD Genetics are high risk factor. • 40% have a parent with ADHD Suspected risk factors: • Brain injury • Environmental factors during pregnancy • Diet is not a cause, (i.e. sugar) but can impact symptoms • Symptoms may become more manageable as children reach adulthood, but rarely disappear. • Undiagnosed adults, (especially mothers) are often identified after their child or other family member is. • Medication is a personal and medical decision, shouldn’t be up for public opinion. 31 ADHD Statistics & Facts to Raise Awareness in 2021 (medalerthelp.org)
  • 16. Adults with ADHD ADHD is often viewed as childhood condition and identified mostly with boys. 60% of adults with ADHD had it in childhood. May be viewed as incompetent, childish or irresponsible. Coping mechanisms may be highly developed, (especially true for women with ADHD.)
  • 17. The Tech Industry has a High Percentage of ADHD… Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Market Report, 2018-2020 (grandviewresearch.com) ADHD Therapeutics Market Size, Trends & Growth | 2017 to 2020 (marketdataforecast.com)
  • 18. Biggest Complaints of ADHD Executive Dysfunction- “Getting Started” Disorganized Being on Time/Keeping Appointments Lack of Attention Inability to “Transition” Procrastination/Inability to Complete Tasks Learning Disorders that may also be present. Internal Preoccupation Miscommunication or incomplete communication.
  • 19. Executive Dysfunction Don’t overthink- Overthinking can be overwhelming. Small goals. To-do lists, (including email to-do for quick access) Schedule to begin task and open-end time.
  • 20. Disorganization • Remove clutter- If you don’t need it, then get rid of it. • Schedule time for designated tasks- email, daily, quick cleanup, etc. to keep from becoming overwhelming. • Consider, (if available) to outsource weak points, such as housecleaning, weekly shopping • Simplify clothing choices. • Keep copies of important items with you, (medication, paperwork.) If you take medication, have some with you if you forget to take it.
  • 22. Distracted “That snail is too loud….”
  • 23. Lack of Attention Have numerous tasks to transition to and from as attention wanes. Have Have hobbies that can assist in train to extend attention, (reading, yoga, meditation, model building, word games, etc.) Hobbies Ensure proper rest and nutrition, including removal of many artificial colors and sweeteners that are suspected to impact attention. Ensure When attention is waning or an extended focus has not yielded results, consider a short break or distraction to regain focus. Consider Limit distractions/noise-cancelling solutions/peaceful surroundings Limit
  • 24. Procrastination/Inability to Complete Tasks • Perform small tasks/easily completed tasks immediately. • Try to group small tasks to complete as many as possible, (feeling of accomplishment with these, too.) • Interweave small tasks in the middle of large tasks to give a break, refresh and offer attention refocus. • Do something, do anything goal, even if it’s not what you intended, start and migrate to the intended task. • Reward yourself once achieved, (When I finish a small task, may be a walk on the deck, a large task, a ½ hour of Nintendo Switch game play.)
  • 25. Learning Disorders That May Also be Present Identify the Learning Disorder 1 Get help to address it, (educational, therapeutic, etc.) 2 Use application tools /technology to assist, (spell/grammar checks, accessibility features, etc.) 3 If management support, then notify and ask for accommodations if needed. 4
  • 26. Internal Preoccupation and Transitioning • Inability to recall a word, a person/name or idea • Take a deep breath • Try word association • Talk it out • Inability to transition • Complete task step, then attempt to transition. • Ask if request can wait till you’ve completed task • Use multiple screens to keep from a transition. • Racing Thoughts • Controlled distraction- read, music, tv/movie/game • Talk it through with someone you trust. • Imagine optimal scenario
  • 28. Speaking • Count to 5 before answering, (help with interruption issue.) • Focus on the goal of what you want to say. We can easily run-on in conversations. • If you are hyper-focusing, ask the person if you can come to them later to have the conversation. • If you demonstrate hyperactivity through speed of speech, consider taking more time on enunciating, not just slowing down your rate of speech. • Stress/frustration/anger can exasperate ADHD issues, causing you to: • Blurt out • Clam up • Ramble Consider asking for a better time to speak, whenever possible. Give yourself the time you need before speaking.
  • 29. Listening • Verify if peers or managers feel they must repeat communication with you. If so, identify if there is a pattern and produce options to address it. • Repeat what was said to yourself to ensure you understood what was said. • Ask the speaker to clarify or elaborate if you are having difficulty with retrieval. • Ask questions to make it more interactive. • One-on-one conversations are likely to be more productive than group or large social events. • Be aware how much pragmatic conversation you are privy to with ADHD.
  • 31. Office Space/Open Space • Open Space Offices are Everywhere… • Re-arrange so desk faces a wall. • Purchase noise-cancelling headphones. • Locate quiet location for focus time. • Arrange monitors to build barrier from distractions. • Incorporate breaks throughout the day. • Consider a “Do Not Disturb” sign for focus times. Ask for an opportunity to move to quieter location if there is an issue.
  • 32. Work Environment Work From Home • Need Structure? Build out with scheduling, web meetings and timers. • At home distractions • Home Office • Try observed, controlled outing, (coffee house) Collaboration Group/ • Ask for scheduled times for work vs. collaboration. • Set aside scheduled time for emails. • Schedule focus time into calendar free of meetings and interruptions Make a list of what works for you and what doesn’t when it comes to work!
  • 33. Work With, Not Against ADHD Load up your plate with more tasks than you think you can accomplish, allows for easier transition and ability to keep busy. Multi-task when able. Keeps notes/data in a single locations vs. multiple and accessible from all devices. Use your impulsiveness to take risks that might end up opportunities lost. Persistence- The difference between failure and success is often trying one more time. Let your manager know how he can make you successful, (what works for you.) Find other neurodiverse individuals who may be able to help you find opportunities for success. Team up with individual that is meticulous, detail oriented and balances out your ADHD mindset.
  • 34. Tools • Organizers • Smart Phones, (along with smart watches- discuss benefits) • Timers • Routines • Smart Home Devices • Bill Pay/Auto Pay • Online Automation • Meal/Grocery Delivery • Simplify EVERYTHING.
  • 35. I Still Face Challenges… • TSI requirements around Certifications at Microsoft. • Topics aren’t interesting or part of my role/day-to-day job. • Deadlines for training on top of customer workload. • Unable to choose the certifications they require you to pass. • Training is around 60 hrs. or more for me due to ADHD loss of focus. • More-so, the company in charge of the testing is excruciating to work with. • Time test. • Extensive review of environment for remote testing. • Online software isn’t robust, often fails. • Scheduling is often flawed, (complex time zone challenges, no reminders, etc.) • Can take upwards to an hour or more to get into the system before taking the test.
  • 36. Be Kind To Yourself Don’t expect perfection, expect small successes. Give yourself a break, (i.e. take breaks and show yourself kindness.) Get plenty of rest. Make yourself comfortable. Mask distractions. You feel things for a reason- find out the why, address the why.
  • 37. My Own Tips To Success Identify and OWN your ADHD. Find your superpower! Find what you’re passionate about and build it into your job and hobbies. Your job is only as good as your boss. Train your boss to be good at managing YOU. Set yourself up for success. Rid yourself or silence the “negative noise”- people, places and things. Automate or “Auto-pilot” everything and anything to free up focus resources. Essential notifications from smartphone to Apple watch keeps me dependable and on-time. Small tasks I do immediately, and “pepper” transitioned between larger tasks when focus wanes.
  • 38. Consider ADHD Groups ADHD groups | Meetup
  • 40. References Learn the 8 Superpowers of Highly Successful ADHD Leaders | Inc.com • CHADD - Improving the lives of people affected by ADHD • ADHD Support for Parents of ADD, ADHD Children | HealthyPlace • Learn the 8 Superpowers of Highly Successful ADHD Leaders | Inc.com • Difference Between ADHD and Executive Function Disorder • 12 Things to do for Coping with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder • Home | ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Associationer (ADHD or ADD) Successfully • The Queen of Distraction: How Women with ADHD Can Conquer Chaos, Find Focus, and Get More Done: Terry Matlen, Sari Solden: 9781626250895: Amazon.com: Books • Fast Minds: How to Thrive If You Have ADHD (Or Think You Might): Surman, Craig, Bilkey, Tim, Weintraub, Karen: 9780425274064: Amazon.com: Books • Driven to Distraction (Revised): Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder: Hallowell M.D., Edward M., Ratey M.D., John J.: 2015307743152: Amazon.com: Books

Editor's Notes

  1. As many different people there are in the world, there are many different types of ADHD and it’s all about a spectrum.
  2. 32% received both medication and behavioral treatment combined
  3. Hormone connection in women The forgetful professor, the oblivious genius, he’s just a big kid, the spaz
  4. Talk about copies of meds, duplicates of everything for travel vs. at home, my mobile office.
  5. I love the ignore conversation and decline on anything that isn’t important to me.
  6. Bait and switch