ADHD looks a bit different in adults. It may present as restlessness, disorganization, and trouble focusing. ADHD may also come with some unique strengths.
Choosing a career that capitalizes on those strengths and doesn’t depend heavily on areas of weakness may be the key to professional success with adult ADHD. That, along with successful ADHD treatment.
Certain job traits may complement the strengths of some adults with ADHD:
- Passion-fueled
- High-intensity
- Ultra-structured
- Lightning pace
- Hands-on creative
- Independent risk-taker
Finding a job that ranks high in one of these qualities, or a combination of them, may be just the thing to lead you to a career that you love. Check out these jobs that might be a fit.
We chat about the jobs in each category and why it would be great for those with ADHD.
The symptoms of ADHD can create challenges for the adult in the workplace, just as they do for children in school. Some adults with ADHD have very successful careers. Others may struggle with a variety of challenges, including poor communication skills, distractibility, procrastination and difficulty managing complex projects. I chat at the end of the episode about downfalls in the workplace concerning those with ADHD.
https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/best-jobs
https://chadd.org/for-adults/workplace-issues/
https://www.additudemag.com/best-jobs-adhd-careers/
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