The ADHD Adults Podcast

Episode 5: Time Blindness

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Dec 6, 2021
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INSIGHT

Time Blindness Manifestations

  • Time blindness in ADHD isn't one thing, it affects time perception in various ways.
  • It includes difficulty estimating task duration, how long something lasts, and travel time.
INSIGHT

Emotional Time Perception

  • Studies show ADHD adults struggle to estimate time for neutral stimuli but excel with emotional ones.
  • This suggests time perception in ADHD is linked to emotional engagement and reward systems.
ANECDOTE

Haircut Fiasco

  • James booked a haircut shortly before a meeting, not realizing it would make him late.
  • Alex immediately recognized the scheduling conflict, highlighting the difference in time perception.
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