Calendly can help individuals with ADHD manage time blindness by allowing them to build in buffers for appointments and activities.
Software solutions like Artful Agenda and Taskly can help individuals with ADHD avoid data loss and keep track of their to-do lists more effectively.
Deep dives
Time Management Solutions for ADHD
One of the main challenges for individuals with ADHD is time blindness, where they struggle with estimating time accurately. One solution mentioned in the podcast is Calendly, a software that allows users to build in buffers for appointments and activities, automatically providing them with breathing room and making it easier to transition between tasks.
Task Management and Data Loss Solutions
Another challenge discussed is managing tasks and avoiding data loss. The podcast mentions software solutions like Artful Agenda and Taskly, which automatically migrate unfinished tasks to the next day, ensuring they are not forgotten or overlooked. This helps individuals with ADHD keep track of their to-do lists without expending extra cognitive energy.
Addressing Dopamine-Related Challenges
The podcast also explores the issue of dopamine seeking behavior in individuals with ADHD. To address this, technology aids like the Forest app are recommended. Forest is a time management app that rewards users for focused work by growing virtual trees. This gamified approach provides a sense of satisfaction and motivation, making tasks more engaging and reducing the likelihood of distraction.
Technology can be challenging for those with ADHD, and I’ll admit that I’ve struggled at times in this area. If you are someone who responds better to tactile and visual learning, you can probably relate. There are many tools and hacks available to help with executive functioning issues, and I’m excited to learn more in today’s show. I’m joined by technology expert Kat Hunt, who is raising a neurodivergent daughter. Let’s learn more about technological aids that can be helpful for ADHD. Join us!
Show Highlights:
Three specific areas in which neurodivergent struggle and technologies that can help:
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