Table 1 Potential workplace adjustments for adults with ADHD
Symptom | Possible adjustments |
|---|---|
Attention and impulsivity | Private office/quieter room/positioning in office, flexi-time arrangement, headphones, regular supervision, buddy system. |
Hyperactivity/restlessness | Allowing productive movements at work, encouraging activity, structured breaks in long meetings. |
Disorganisation, time management, and memory problems | Provide beepers/alarms, structured notes, agendas, regular supervision with frequent feedback, mentoring, delegating tedious tasks, incentive/reward systems, regularly introducing change, breaking down targets and goals, supplement verbal information with written material. |