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ADHD Isn’t a Superpower—And That’s Okay: Real Talk for Teens

As a teen with ADHD, you’re navigating school, friendships, family expectations, and your own identity—all while your brain works differently than your peers. The pressure to see ADHD as purely positive can make you feel guilty about struggling or ashamed when you need extra support. Most importantly, you need to know that you are not defective, lazy, crazy, or stupid—you have a neurological difference that requires specific strategies to manage successfully. Understanding the reality of ADHD helps you develop realistic expectations, seek appropriate help, and build genuine confidence based on your actual strengths and growth.

Optimizing Workplace Decisions When You Have ADHD: Decision Science Approaches That Actually Work

Your ability to make effective decisions directly impacts your career trajectory, yet ADHD can create unique decision-making patterns that traditional workplace systems rarely accommodate. With approximately 4.4% of adults living with ADHD, a significant portion of the workforce navigates these challenges daily. Implementing decision science approaches can mean the difference between chronic workplace struggle and exceptional performance.

ADHD and Decision Fatigue: Why Simple Choices Can Feel Overwhelming

Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center                             04/22/2025  Executive Summary Decision fatigue affects everyone, but for individuals with ADHD, the cognitive burden of choice can be particularly debilitating. Your executive function—already taxed by ADHD—faces additional strain with each decision throughout your day. This article examines why decision-making is more challenging with ADHD, explores evidence-based strategies to … Read more

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