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# Focus: The Online Adult ADHD Magazine

Evidence-based articles on adult ADHD

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- [Starting Things (and Sometimes Finishing Them): ADHD and Entrepreneurship](https://focusmag.uk/starting-things-and-sometimes-finishing-them-adhd-and-entrepreneurship/) - If you’ve ever had a brilliant idea at 2 am, planned an entire business in your head before breakfast, and then wondered three months later why you now run a candle company instead of finishing your original plan… congratulations. You may have experienced the ADHD approach to entrepreneurship. It turns out this isn’t unusual. Research
- [Why Can’t I Let It Go? Rumination and the ADHD Brain](https://focusmag.uk/why-cant-i-let-it-go-rumination-and-the-adhd-brain/) - You said one slightly awkward thing at 2 pm. It is now 11.47 pm. Your brain has replayed it 74 times. Welcome to rumination. Rumination is not healthy reflection. It is repetitive, negative thinking that goes nowhere. You circle the same thought without moving toward insight or resolution. With ADHD, this “mental replay mode” is common.
- [Waiting Mode: Why ADHD Can Make “Doing Nothing” Feel Impossible](https://focusmag.uk/waiting-mode-why-adhd-can-make-doing-nothing-feel-impossible/) - If you’ve ever had an appointment at 3 pm and found yourself completely unable to do anything beforehand, welcome to waiting mode. You’re not resting. You’re not relaxing. You’re not even procrastinating properly. You’re stuck. Among people with ADHD, “waiting mode” is a widely recognised experience: hours of mental paralysis before an event, during which
- [Why ADHD Role Models Matter in Higher Education](https://focusmag.uk/why-adhd-role-models-matter-in-higher-education/) - Students with ADHD often face unique challenges in higher education, stemming from a greater reliance on self-organisation, fluctuating timetables, multiple assessment types, and conflicting deadlines, compared to more structured school environments. Navigating complex systems also adds to the pressure. Coursework extensions are a common accommodation, but they have drawbacks: pushing one deadline often causes “bunching”
- [Can’t Stop the Beat: ADHD and the Magic of Music](https://focusmag.uk/cant-stop-the-beat-adhd-and-the-magic-of-music/) - If you’ve ever found yourself dancing in the kitchen to avoid a total shutdown, or using a playlist to force your brain into work mode, you’re not alone! For many people with ADHD, music isn’t just entertainment, it’s a survival strategy. For others, it's a distraction. It can also be be a stim, a focus
- ["Oops, I Did It Again": ADHD and the Accidental Life](https://focusmag.uk/oops-i-did-it-again-adhd-and-the-accidental-life/) - For adults living with ADHD, the core symptoms such as difficulty sustaining attention, acting impulsively, and experiencing excessive activity, can impact various aspects of life. One area that often isn't discussed is accidents. So, do adults with ADHD have more accidents? And if so, why? If you’ve got ADHD, chances are you’ve got a well-worn
- [I'll do it later... ADHD and Procrastination](https://focusmag.uk/ill-do-it-later-adhd-and-procrastination/) - We all put things off occasionally, but procrastination can be a big productivity killer, at work or at home. Does everybody procrastinate, or is it just an ADHD thing? Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing a task or set of tasks. Although in the short-term procrastination can lead to improved mood if it
- [It's got to be perfect! ADHD and perfectionism](https://focusmag.uk/its-got-to-be-perfect-adhd-and-perfectionism/) - It may seem odd to think that ADHD and perfectionism can go hand in hand. What is perfectionism, and do people with ADHD have a tendency to be perfectionists? Perfectionism is a personality trait characterised by setting high standards for oneself, striving for flawlessness, and having self-critical tendencies. Perfectionism has been linked to a wide
- [When daydreaming strikes! Mind wandering and ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/when-daydreaming-strikes-mind-wandering-and-adhd/) - Have you ever been in a meeting but your thoughts take you somewhere else? This could be 'mind wandering'. But what is mind wandering, and how is it related to ADHD? Mind wandering occurs when someone’s mind drifts away from the task they are focused on and instead focuses on task-unrelated thoughts and images. This
- [An attack on the senses! ADHD and sensory processing...](https://focusmag.uk/an-attack-on-the-senses-adhd-and-sensory-processing/) - The way we perceive our environment is driven by our sensory nervous system, and humans have many more than five senses! But, does having ADHD change how we process sensory information? Each person’s behaviour in response to 'sensory stimuli' is determined in part by their brain's 'sensitivity threshold'. We can’t react to everything around us,
- [Is ADHD overdiagnosed in the UK?](https://focusmag.uk/is-adhd-overdiagnosed-in-the-uk/) - The number of people in the UK seeking an assessment for ADHD is reported to have increased dramatically in recent years. This has led some commentators to suggest that ADHD is now ‘overdiagnosed’. Is there any truth to this, or are there legitimate reasons for the increase in people seeking an ADHD diagnosis? Many studies
- [Oh, the injustice! Do people with ADHD feel injustice more?](https://focusmag.uk/oh-the-injustice-do-people-with-adhd-feel-injustice-more/) - People can differ significantly in their inclination to perceive injustice and the strength of their reactions when they see an injustice. Is this seemingly positive trait something that adults with ADHD feel more, or less? There are broadly three types of 'justice sensitivity': Observer-sensitive persons can be aware of and sensitive to the disadvantages of
- [ADHD is a headache! The link between ADHD and migraine...](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-is-a-headache-the-link-between-adhd-and-migraine/) - Pretty much everybody will have experienced a headache. But do people with ADHD have more headaches than the general population? and if so, why? There are several different types of headaches. Common types of headaches include; tension headaches, cluster headaches, migraines and rebound headaches. The most common causes of primary headaches are likely to be
- [Let’s talk about SEX (and ADHD) baby...](https://focusmag.uk/lets-talk-about-sex-and-adhd-baby/) - Relationship problems are a fundamental issue for many (if not all) adults trying to deal with their ADHD. These problems can be anything from doing the chores or childcare to simply listening to your partner. One area where this is seriously problematic is with sex itself. Sexual problems are very common in the general population.
- [Reward: Up to three neurotransmitters 'missing' in the ADHD brain*](https://focusmag.uk/reward-up-to-three-neurotransmitters-missing-in-the-adhd-brain/) - *They actually aren't missing, they just don't work the same. The brain is made up of many different types of cells, but the main cell type, that accounts for two-thirds of the brain is called the 'neuron'. Neurons are cells that receive and pass on information as electrical signals. They then form networks that allow
- [ADHD Coaching and how it works](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-coaching/) - This might surprise many people, but evidence for the effectiveness of ADHD coaching is largely lacking. Even a general agreement about what an ADHD coach actually is not written in stone. There is some limited evidence for the benefit of coaching adults with ADHD. This however depends on how you define success, and whether you
- [Hyperfocus and ADHD: superpower or superpain?](https://focusmag.uk/hyperfocus-and-adhd-superpower-or-superpain/) - The name attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is really very misleading. Adults living with ADHD don't actually have a deficit of attention. The ‘amount’ of attention is not much different from non-ADHD adults; the difference lies in where that attention is focussed (and why). Although the majority of adults with ADHD present with 'symptoms of inattentiveness’, many
- [What else you got? The co-existing conditions of adult ADHD.](https://focusmag.uk/what-else-you-got-the-co-existing-conditions-of-adult-adhd/) - 4 out o5 5 ADHD adults have other existing psychiatric conditions. These conditions adult ADHD often present with can be disabling.
- [Why be MY Valentine? Relationships and adult ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/why-be-my-valentine-relationships-and-adult-adhd/) - Relationship problems are one of the most common complaints reported by adults when they seek an ADHD diagnosis and that isn’t just on Valentine’s Day. Navigating relationships can be difficult enough, but when one or both partners have ADHD, relationships can be even more complicated to manage. So what problems occur in an 'ADHD couple'
- [ADHD in Higher Education: the student perspective](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-in-higher-education-the-student-perspective/) - ADHD can have an impact on studying at University, what can student's do to improve their experience?
- [Diet and adult ADHD: Strategies for eating more healthily](https://focusmag.uk/diet-and-adult-adhd-strategies-for-eating-more-healthily/) - Dietary advice for adults with ADHD
- [Does having ADHD make you a bad driver?](https://focusmag.uk/does-having-adhd-make-you-a-bad-driver/) - The impact that ADHD can have on driving is an often underappreciated aspect of the disorder. Does ADHD reduce your ability to drive safely, and what impact legal impact does having ADHD have on driving? Driving is for many an essential part of adult life. Being able to drive can support many aspects of life,
- [ADHD and Covid-19: what do you need to know?](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-and-covid-19-what-do-you-need-to-know/) - Covid-19 presents a significant challenge for adults with ADHD
- [Time Blindness and ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/time-blindness-adhd-adult-adhd-processing-speed/) - Time blindness is a common problem for adults with ADHD
- [ADHD Medications: How Do They Work and Should I Take Them?](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-medications-how-do-they-work-and-should-i-take-them/) - What medicines are used to treat ADHD and how do they work?
- [Can we pay attention to our own happiness? Adult ADHD and low self-esteem](https://focusmag.uk/can-we-pay-attention-to-our-own-happiness-adult-adhd-and-low-self-esteem/) - ADHD is often associated with low self-esteem, find out why this is.
- [Working memory… What is it and why is it often poor in ADHD?](https://focusmag.uk/working-memory-what-is-it-and-why-is-it-often-poor-in-adhd/) - What is working memory and why is it often so poor in adults with ADHD?
- [Does size matter? In ADHD it might!](https://focusmag.uk/does-size-matter/) - Focus: The Online Adult ADHD Magazine - The Brain Does size matter? In ADHD it might!
- [Welcome to Focus!](https://focusmag.uk/welcome-to-focus/) - Welcome page for FOCUS on ADHD, online evidence based ADHD magazine
- [Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and ADHD: What you need to know](https://focusmag.uk/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-adult-adhd-adhd-mental-health/) - Why rejection sensitive dysphoria is so painful for adults with ASDHD
- [Diagnosis of ADHD in adults](https://focusmag.uk/diagnosis-of-adhd-in-adults/) - Focus: The Online Adult ADHD Magazine Diagnosis of ADHD in adults Diagnosis -
- [ADHD in adults: what it’s like living with the condition – and why many still struggle to get diagnosed](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-in-adults-what-its-like-living-with-the-condition-and-why-many-still-struggle-to-get-diagnosed/) - ADHD in adults: what it’s like living with the condition – and why many still struggle to get diagnosed James Brown, Aston University and Alex Conner, University of Birmingham Many of us think of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) as a childhood condition – which is typically when it’s diagnosed. But a growing number of people

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- [Adult ADHD Voices](https://focusmag.uk/adult-adhd-voices/) - As a community of adults living with ADHD, we are actually quite diverse. This series of interviews shares some of the experiences of adults who live with ADHD, or who suspect they do and are seeking a diagnosis. Alex Conner - My adult ADHD. Dr Stephen Ilyas - Being a psychiatrist with ADHD. Nathan Jones
- [Finding the Missing Piece: Being Diagnosed with ADHD at 54](https://focusmag.uk/finding-the-missing-piece-being-diagnosed-with-adhd-at-54/) - For most of my life, I had a sense I was different. I couldn’t always put my finger on it; just that the way I thought, organised things, felt emotions, and focused (or didn’t) didn’t match most other people. I didn’t know why. Then, at the age of 54, I was diagnosed with ADHD. Sometimes
- [Dr Adam Joiner](https://focusmag.uk/dr-adam-joiner/)
- [Being a psychiatrist with ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/being-a-psychiatrist-with-adhd/) - Before I learnt about ADHD as a psychiatrist, I would have never thought that I lived with it... Dr Stephen Ilyas, BSc (Hons), MBBS, BDS, MRCPsych I am a Consultant Psychiatrist working for Psychiatry UK. More importantly, I have ADHD. I always knew I had struggled sometimes and at certain things. I spent a
- [Dr Steve Ilyas](https://focusmag.uk/dr-steve-ilyas/)
- [ADHD Resources](https://focusmag.uk/community-links/) - Having ADHD as an adult can be a lonely experience as whilst there is a lot of support available, it is often not well signposted. If you have a community group or resource you would like to share on this page please email enquiries@focusmag.uk with details. Resources The registered ADHD charity ADHDadultUK - ADHDadultUK is
- [Suzy Rowland](https://focusmag.uk/suzy-rowland/) - Suzy Rowland is an author, speaker on autism and an ADHD specialist trainer. For more Information, visit her website at www.suzyrowland.com
- [<em>ADHD is not the new Black: my uniquely colourFULL life.</em>](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-is-not-the-new-black/) - Suzy Rowland ADHD Awareness and Black History Month (UK) are in the same month, which makes me want to curl up into a protective ball as I identify with both groups. During this month I have watched, and experienced black* and ADHD communities share stories that showcase our creativity, artistic talent, business acumen, innovative thinking,
- [Duane Mellor](https://focusmag.uk/duane-mellor/) - Duane Mellor is an award winning registered dietitian and science communicator (BDA Media Spokesperson of the Year 2021), who is the Aston Medical School lead for Nutrition and Evidence Based Medicine. Having a background in clinical dietetics supporting people living with diabetes he moved into medical education when joining Aston University. He is also the
- [Nathan Jones](https://focusmag.uk/nathan-jones/) - My early life was very happy, although quite sheltered. I spent my time watching and playing sport, while recording songs onto tapes from Radio 1 and buying lots of singles. I was quite a smart primary school student; quite a high achiever until I began losing interest in reading and then in learning between the
- [Contributors](https://focusmag.uk/contributors/) - We are very grateful that a number of authors have agreed to write articles. Below is a summary of their backgrounds with contact links: James Brown PhD. Alex Conner PhD. Suzy Rowland.
- [Suzy Rowland: ADHD and Black History Month](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-black-history/) - ADHD Awareness and Black History Month (UK) are in the same month, which makes me want to curl up into a protective ball as I identify with both groups. In the last month I have watched, and experienced black* and ADHD communities share stories that showcase our creativity, artistic talent, business acumen, innovative thinking, passion,
- [Alex's ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/alexs-adhd/) - My name is Alex Conner, I am the co-founder of Focus on Adult ADHD and @ADHDAdultUK. I have ADHD and really want everyone to have access to the information and support that I’ve had (luck and privilege in equal measure). I have a day job as a scientist interested in brain swelling after illness and
- [Alex Conner](https://focusmag.uk/alex-conner/) - Alex is an Associate Professor in Biomedical Science Communication. He has ADHD and was diagnosed as an adult. Alex has coached ADHD clients and he has published a few papers, blogs and newspaper articles on ADHD. Alex was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship for his work on ADHD in academia.
- [ADHD Symptom Checker](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-symptom-checker/) - A number of online tools are available for you to get a reasonable idea if your symptoms are consistent with adult ADHD. These tests alone are not diagnostic of ADHD! If you decide to seek a diagnosis through the NHS you will need some form of initial screen before you speak to your GP (usually
- [About Us](https://focusmag.uk/about-us/) - Who are the people behind FOCUS on ADHD
- [Glossary](https://focusmag.uk/glossary/) - The list of terms below are commonly used when discussing ADHD*: ADHD: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, the official name for this disorder. It is described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (version 5) of Mental Disorders as ‘a persistent condition that impairs functioning or development, and characterized by chronic inattention, hyperactivity, and often impulsivity’. It isn’t a very
- [Advertise on FOCUS](https://focusmag.uk/advertise-on-focus/) - As FOCUS is the world's first free to access evidence-based online magazine for everything adult ADHD, there is potential to reach a very large market. If you wish to advertise on FOCUS please email either alex@focusmag.uk or james@focusmag.uk
- [Privacy Policy](https://focusmag.uk/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our website address is: https://focusmag.uk. Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided
- [ADHD in the workplace](https://focusmag.uk/adhd-in-the-workplace/) - Adults with ADHD may struggle to get adequate support from their employer and many end up leaving their job. However, with support, understanding and small changes to help support their behaviour traits, they are likely to be as great an asset to your organisation as any employee. Our guide for employers can be found here:
- [James Brown](https://focusmag.uk/james-brown/) - James is an Associate Professor in Biosciences at Aston University in the UK. Although he has known he lived with ADHD for around 5 years, James only sought a diagnosis in 2021. James has extensive experience writing on health-related matters, including over 2.3 million reads on The Conversation. James can be found on social
- [Adult ADHD Infographics](https://focusmag.uk/infographics-adult-adhd-adhd-psychoeducation/) - Focus: The Online Adult ADHD Magazine - Adult ADHD Infographics
- [Diagnosis of adult ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/diagnosis-of-adult-adhd/) - Evidence suggests that at least 2.5% of adults may have ADHD, and the real number may be higher than this. ADHD is thought to be found more in males with a diagnostic ratio of four males for every female. However, these figures likely highlight inequalities in diagnosis. Getting a diagnosis of ADHD as an adult in the
- [Resources for ADHD](https://focusmag.uk/resources-for-adhd/) - We have developed or organised some resources which may help you with your ADHD. These resources and links may help you with task management, prioritising and other issues. These can be downloaded or visited on the links below. Task Management Matrix This is based on an Eisenhower matrix and helps you to decide which tasks
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