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The 'Wall of Awful' makes simple tasks seem impossible—here's how to overcome it
The “wall of awful” describes a mental barrier that makes starting important tasks feel extremely hard for people with ADHD.
ADHD is a neurobiological disorder that is hereditary and lifelong. Approximately 5% of the adult population is said to have it. While many believe it is over-diagnosed in children, it may be ...
Prioritization can be a daunting task for people with ADHD and executive dysfunction. With so many competing demands, it can be difficult to determine what tasks are most important and require ...
Cooking a bowl of spaghetti after work might sound like a simple and effortless enough task, but for a person with executive dysfunction, it can be a minefield. There are the decisions, ('what am I ...
Maybe it’s not you getting in your own way, maybe it’s your brain’s wiring hitting the brakes. Imagine trying to finish a task but never getting around to it. For instance, you’ve been meaning to take ...
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