ADHD friendly careers
Tuesday, January 16th, 2007ADHD affects over 8 million adults, of which only approximately 2 million have been diagnosed. Warning signs of adult ADHD include difficulty focusing, procrastination, tuning out in conversations, difficulty completing tasks, restlessness, losing things, disorganization, impulsiveness, quick-tempered, daydreaming, and increased risk-taking behaviors. People with ADHD are generally above average intelligence and can excel with the right supports in place. Finding the right career fit can make all the difference. This news article and video demonstrates one ADHD woman’s success in leaving corporate America to become a children’s party planner. The professions least likely to attract adults with ADHD are bank and retail clerks, media professionals, law enforcement, and attorneys. http://rdu.news14.com/content/headlines/?ArID=98123&SecID=2










