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The challenges of neurodiversity and ADHD are compounded when those around you doubt or don\u2019t understand ADHD. \u00a0Those with ADHD can be perceived as inconsistent at work and home, easily distracted, and unsure of their intelligence. \u00a0It leads to misunderstanding and mistakes.\u00a0Education about ADHD is the first step in helping your family, friends and work colleagues. \u00a0There are many ways to learn.<\/p>\n

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ADHD\u2019s many flavors<\/h3>\n

While each individual with ADHD is different, there are both many common aspects of executive function that are part of neurodiversity. What can appear as mysterious functioning at times, can be a real pattern in ADHD. \u00a0Common challenges include sleep and self care, intense and intermittent focus, perfectionism to a high level and general executive functioning issues with starting<\/a>, completing and planning. \u00a0When partners or colleagues are unaware or not knowledgeable about these challenges, discord occurs.<\/p>\n

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ADHD conference<\/h3>\n

Attending an ADHD conference is a way to immerse in information. \u00a0Each February, in Houston or Dallas, the ADDA-Southern Region (ADDA-SR) hosts a day long event. Each year the keynote presenter shares big information about ADHD research and lifestyle. \u00a0A series of breakout sessions caters to individuals and families on a variety of topics. \u00a0Attending an event helps you learn in an intense manner with information to process over time.<\/p>\n

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ADHD podcasts<\/h3>\n

Learning in small bits helps you process information quickly. \u00a0ADHD podcasts range from learning about ADHD itself and how individuals with ADHD process information. \u00a0My favorites include Translating ADHD, ADDitudemag.com, and FasterThanNormal. Each podcast shares topics with valuable information.<\/p>\n

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Authors and books<\/h3>\n

Books and audio books are always outstanding resources. \u00a0Favorite authors I follow include Ari Tuckman, Judith Kohlberg, Sari Solden, Nancy Ratey, Russell Barkley and Peter Shankman. The number one resource for organizing is ADD Friendly Ways to Organize by Judith Kohlberg and Kathleen Nadeau.<\/p>\n

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Support<\/h3>\n

Support groups exist for both you and those around you.<\/p>\n