Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast Decisions, Decisions, Decisions: Why ADHD Turns Choices Into Mazes
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Feb 13, 2025 Making decisions can feel like navigating a maze for those with ADHD. Simple choices become complex due to executive function challenges, leading to paralysis and overthinking. The paradox of choice—too many options or time—creates emotional turmoil. Exploring impulsivity brings both joys and potential pitfalls in decision-making. Practical tips emphasize simplifying choices and recognizing personal stakes while injecting humor into the struggle. The journey through decision-making is an art, not a science, requiring self-compassion and flexibility.
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Quick Decisions on Repairs
- Pete Wright easily decides to call a repair person for broken appliances.
- He avoids working on them himself after past negative experiences.
Lunchtime Indecision
- Pete Wright struggles with everyday food choices, often taking out many items.
- He grazes until satisfied, sometimes putting everything back uneaten.
Knowing vs. Doing in Decision-Making
- Many ADHDers can describe decision-making processes effectively.
- Actually making decisions, especially simple ones, can be paralyzing.