Why People with ADHD Struggle to Get Things Done

Hint: It’s NOT because we are lazy and lack motivation, desire, or willpower

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If you have ADHD, there’s a very high likelihood you struggle to get the things you need to do done.

As a result, I would bet (and I’m not a betting woman) that this has caused MANY issues in your relationships, school, work, and personal life.

So, let’s talk about why ADHDers struggle to get things done.

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P.S. — If you want to watch instead of reading, I posted a YouTube video on this topic! Check it out here.

Why We Struggle

1. Executive Functioning

Despite the name, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) is not a deficit of attention. It is, however, a deficit of Executive Function.

What is Executive Function?
Executive Function is the part of your brain that tells you what to do when and allows you to follow through on those tasks step-by-step.