Pablo's ADHD diagnosis improved his work performance by addressing memory challenges.
ADHD impacts Pablo's emotions and working memory, affecting his daily routines and family dynamics.
Deep dives
Impact of Diagnosis on Seeking Help
After facing performance issues at work due to difficulties with memorization, scheduling, and planning, Pablo sought help for his ADHD. Prompted by his wife's observation of his forgetfulness and memory lapses, especially at social gatherings, Pablo underwent a formal ADHD diagnosis in 2021, which transformed his approach to managing the condition.
Personal Struggles and Emotional Challenges
Pablo describes the impact of ADHD on his emotions, including extreme mood swings and difficulty managing anger. His wife's initial suggestion of ADHD as a potential explanation for these challenges resonated with Pablo, leading to a deeper understanding of his struggles with executive functioning and working memory.
Parenting with ADHD and Bonding with Children
As a father of two, including a daughter with autism, Pablo reflects on the complexities of parenting with ADHD. Despite difficulties in maintaining structured routines, he finds a special connection with his daughter, who gravitates towards him for comfort and safety in unfamiliar or challenging situations, showcasing the unique bond between them.
Pablo Chavez is forgetful and easily distracted, and he has trouble managing emotions. He’s also a playful, fun dad. He has a unique bond with his daughter, who has autism. When Pablo’s wife Britney noticed his trouble with working memory, she encouraged him to get evaluated for ADHD. Pablo reflects on how his ADHD-related challenges can sometimes make him feel like a “burden” at home. But also how his positive attitude brings joy to people around him.
We learned about Pablo’s story because he wrote to us! We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at ADHDAha@understood.org.
Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
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