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Working Adults with ADHD

For: Adults, Parents and Grownups

Working Adults with ADHD

For: Adults, Parents and Grownups

Working adults with ADHD need to choose a job that interests them but also that suits their ADHD symptoms. Some ADHD adults find great success in their chosen fields while others struggle with the challenges of ADHD symptoms in the workplace. These challenges can include time management, poor communication skills, being easily distracted, and disorganization. There are ways of coping with ADHD at work including medication and therapy. ADHD adults can also request accommodations at work based on their disability. In the right job, ADHD characteristics can even be an advantage.

Read in this guide:

      • Supervising an Employee with ADHD
      • ADHD at Work Symptoms
      • Examples of Reasonable Accommodation in the Workplace for ADHD
      • ADHD Discrimination in the Workplace
      • Annoying ADHD Coworker
      • How can I work if I have ADHD?
      • What is the best job for someone with ADHD?
      • Can I be fired for having ADHD?
      • Should you tell your employer you have ADHD?
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Supervising an Employee with ADHD

The first step in supervising an employee with ADHD is to educate yourself about the disorder. Keep the communication lines open so that your ADHD employee feels free to tell you about any difficulties they may be having. Find out what accommodations you could make to create a better work environment for your ADHD employees. Ultimately this will lead to better productivity and success for your business. To get the most out of your ADHD employee assign tasks based on their strengths by identifying their unique skills.

ADHD at Work Symptoms

Each adult with ADHD has their own unique set of symptoms. Common ADHD symptoms at work include poor time management, disorganization, and lack of focus. However, with the right medication, therapy, ADHD coaching, and accommodations in the workplace ADHD employees can succeed.

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Examples of Reasonable Accommodation in the Workplace for ADHD

Reasonable accommodations depend on your place of work and your position. Accommodations may include:

      • Frequent breaks
      • Workspace alterations
      • Work schedule changes
      • Technology assistance
      • Delegating work
      • Use of audio equipment
      • Use of intrusive reminders and timers
      • Part-time working remotely
      • Reducing sound in the work area (closing doors)
      • Electronic organizers
      • Allowing fidget toys at work

 

ADHD Discrimination in the Workplace

If ADHD symptoms significantly limit your work activity you may be eligible to disability status in the workplace. Companies are legally forbidden from discriminating against disabled employees and they are required to make reasonable accommodations in the workplace. However, a diagnosis of ADHD does not automatically give you disability status. A disability is defined as a condition that limits a person’s activities.

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FAQ

How can I work if I have ADHD?

With the correct medication, therapy, and ADHD coaching you can get your ADHD symptoms under control in order to hold down a job. Look for a job that suits your ADHD symptoms – if you are restless then look for a job where you can move around. Find a job where you can get accommodations for your disorder that will help you perform your duties. Most importantly, ask for help when you need it.

What is the best job for someone with ADHD?

Each ADHD individual has a unique skill set and you can choose a job according to your particular strengths, talents, and interests. ADHD adults often find the most success in jobs that require hands-on creativity, passion, high-intensity or highly structured work environment.

      • Hands-on Creativity – fashion, actor, artist, graphic designer, mechanic, architect
      • Passion – teacher, social worker, vet, doctor, nurse, fitness trainer, author, clergy
      • High Intensity- police, correctional officer, sports coach, critical care, firefighter
      • Highly Structured – military, management, accountant, computers, factory worker
      • Individual High Risk – construction, stockbroker, pro athlete, entrepreneur, pilot
      • Fast-paced – ER, advertising, cook, customer support, web developer

Can I be fired for having ADHD?

No, you cannot be fired for having ADHD. The law protects people with ADHD from being fired because they have a disability and provides for them being given reasonable accommodations at work. However, ADHD adults can be fired for not being able to do their job when provided with reasonable and appropriate accommodations. ADHD adults can also be fired for all other reasons not related to their disability.

Should you tell your employer you have ADHD?

Employees are not legally obliged to tell their boss about their disorder. The choice is up to the individual with ADHD. If you feel you need accommodations at work to allow you to perform your duties, then make a time to talk privately with your employer. Employers are required to make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you are going to tell your employer about your disorder, then you should have the medical diagnosis paperwork to back it up and decide exactly what accommodations you would need in order to perform better at work.