NY Times: ADHD Coaches Are Here to Help!

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have difficulty regulating attention and emotions. Important tasks and chores can become difficult to accomplish. Moreover, negative thoughts or emotions can become debilitative and disruptive in daily life. Such roadblocks can make success in the classroom or workplace difficult to achieve. Luckily, ADHD coaches are here to help, and their success is backed by the data! ADHD coaches have improved the lives of thousands by taking an active motivational and educational role.  

An ADHD coach is there to educate about the ADHD diagnosis, instill good habits, improve self-esteem, and importantly, motivate their cliental. This type of accountability and motivation can be instrumental for those struggling with ADHD. Just like an athletic coach, an ADHD coach offers guidance and fine-tuning of skills that are needed to succeed. 

 

Those with ADHD are often super bright and talented, but have difficulty getting excited about routine organizational tasks that are mundane but essential. Therefore, lack of achievement is not because of poor intellectual potential, but it is because of difficulty in regulating time and emotions. Afterall, poor executive function is at the heart of the developmental disorder ADHD. 

ADHD coaches will sometimes use creative strategies such as turning mundane tasks into “games” or using metaphorical descriptions of emotions. Understanding emotions in easy-to-understand ways help those with ADHD take a step back and take control of their cognitive state. Making non-exciting tasks games or songs can get the ADHD mind “on board”. Other useful strategies incorporate organizational tools such as timers, notes, and planners. 

ADHD coaches can coach entire families in which multiple or all members have ADHD. Moreover, people of all ages are seeking help from coaches. You can read more about ADHD coaches here: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/22/well/mind/adhd-coaching.html .  

If you have concerns you may have ADHD and would like to undergo a thorough evaluation or if you want more information about our ADHD/Executive Coaching Program here at PNA, please call us at 732-930-2242 to schedule an appointment.