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hyperactivity disorder: How it affects mental health

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can significantly impact adults in various aspects of their lives, including personal relationships, work, and overall mental health. ADHD impacts adults by causing difficulties in focusing, organising, and completing tasks, which can hinder job performance and career stability. It affects personal relationships through communication problems and emotional regulation issues, leading to conflicts. Daily life management, such as household chores and financial management, becomes challenging due to disorganisation and impulsivity. Here are impacts of ADHD on individuals if not treated properly Productivity Issues: Adults with ADHD frequently struggle to manage their time effectively, often procrastinating or becoming easily distracted. This makes it difficult to complete tasks on time, maintain organisation, and meet job expectations, says Dr Raqib Ali, consultant clinical psychologist, BLK max hospital, Delhi, (Apollo and Cradle Children ...