ADHD and distraction in the military and at home (Justen’s story)

Justen Scott got diagnosed with ADHD this year at age 27. His ADHD “aha” moment happened while he was stationed in Qatar for military service, and work just kept piling up. Trouble with focus and time management had been a problem for Justen since high school. But when others in the military started to notice his challenges, he knew it was time to get evaluated for ADHD. 

Host Laura Key and Justen talk about trying to seem “cool” on the outside — even as thoughts race a mile a minute on the inside — and how one small noise can be a huge distraction. Hear Justen’s take on how the military handles ADHD. And pick up a few tips on managing ADHD along the way. 

To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. 

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Related resources

• 9 tips to help military families navigate the system
• Learning and thinking differences that cause trouble with time management
• How ADHD is diagnosed in young adult and adults

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