Don’t Let ADD/ADHD Compromise Your Job

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Indexed  August 3, 2010

Teachers aren’t the only ones suffering effects from their students with ADD / ADHD … employers also feel the consequences of the 3 to 4 percent of adults worldwide with the disorder. Studies from survey data from the Harvard Medical School in Boston show that on average, adults with ADHD lose three weeks worth of work annually due to their inability to maintain focus and concentration. ADD/ADHD can lead to sub par quality of work and lost productivity as a result of typical symptoms of the disorder, which include chronic hyperactivity , forgetfulness , and impulsiveness. In addition, the disorder can severely affect interactivity with other employees, and even lead to loss of employment —which can result in subsequent disorders such as depression and anxiety . However, the following tips combined with natural remedies can provide support for ADD/ADHD. Get a thorough medical screening . According to the World Health Organization’s recent study, more than 3 percent of working adults do not even know they have the disorder. See the complete post here