
Common Symptoms of ADHD in Adults
•Trouble staying focused on tasks or conversations.
•Easily distracted by external stimuli or unrelated thoughts.
•Difficulty organizing and prioritizing tasks, leading to missed deadlines.
•Acting without thinking, which may include interrupting conversations or making impulsive decisions.
•Difficulty waiting in lines or for one’s turn.
•Engaging in risky behaviors without considering consequences.
•Chronic lateness and difficulty meeting deadlines.
•Underestimating how long tasks will take to complete.
•Struggling to manage schedules and maintain consistency in routines.
•Difficulty managing emotions, leading to frequent frustration, irritability, or mood swings.
•Feeling overwhelmed by stress or criticism.
•Low frustration tolerance and difficulty staying calm in challenging situations.
•A feeling of restlessness or an inability to relax.
•Difficulty sitting still for extended periods.
•May exhibit "hyperactive thoughts" or mental overactivity rather than physical hyperactivity.
•Frequently misplacing items like keys or phones.
•Forgetting appointments, commitments, or important deadlines.
•Difficulty following through on plans or instructions.
•Struggling with feelings of underachievement despite effort.
•Difficulty starting or completing tasks, often putting them off until the last minute.