Work

ADHD at work.

Work can combine deadlines, interruptions, meetings, admin and ambiguous priorities — but it can also provide novelty, problem-solving, collaboration and intense engagement.

Strengths and friction can coexist

Someone may be excellent in a live incident, creative problem or complex project while struggling with routine reporting or inbox management. Neither cancels the other out.

Useful working practices

  • Make priorities explicit rather than assuming they are obvious.
  • Follow verbal requests with written actions.
  • Protect periods of uninterrupted work.
  • Use shorter checkpoints for long projects.
  • Agree how urgent work will be distinguished from normal requests.

Adjustments in the UK

Depending on individual circumstances, workplace changes may count as reasonable adjustments. The UK Government also operates Access to Work, which can provide practical support for eligible people. neurospi.cc's resources page links to the current official guidance.