Challenges in Work or College
What are some of the challenges adults with ADHD can face in work or college?
What are some of the challenges adults with ADHD can face in work or college?
There’s a big difference between a job and a career. You may have the right career but in a job that’s affecting your ADHD.
These two articles from CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity) and ADDITUDE magazine are helpful in terms of thinking about how to sensitively navigate asking for accommodations at work. Note that they are both American resources and the laws will be different in Ireland.
Student accommodations are designed to support students with learning challenges so that they can achieve their academic potential. They are designed to level the playing field so that you are not at a disadvantage if you have ADHD.
As ADHD can be classified as a disability, you may be able to avail of academic and exam supports.