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520- How to Organize a Messy Home: Strategies for Clutter and Stress in ADHD Families

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Clutter Closes Eyes: Focus Fades in Chaos

Maintaining focus amidst clutter presents a significant challenge, as each piece of clutter demands a decision. The tendency to juggle various tasks often leads to disorganization, particularly for those managing family responsibilities. Engaging a professional organizer can help reinstate focus and accountability, allowing individuals to stay on task. These professionals provide a structured approach similar to a coach, guiding clients to finish projects and confront overwhelming tasks. The process of decluttering requires concentrated effort, yet people often procrastinate on these demanding tasks. This behavior is reinforced by a psychological phenomenon where the brain stops registering clutter over time, leading to avoidance until external pressures, such as guests, bring the issue to light. The influx of requests for decluttering assistance peaks before holidays when awareness of clutter becomes urgent, highlighting the contrast between neglect and acknowledgment of disarray.

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