Have ADHD and work from home? How do you do it?

Are you an adult with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and work from home?  Do you also have Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria where your ADHD makes you extremely sensitive to criticism?  You may find that you’re more relaxed at home.  You’re not worried about disturbing your co-workers because you need to move around to deal with your restlessness and anxiety.  But, it’s more difficult to stay focused because, well, you’re at home and you can swap out that load of wash to the dryer and oh yeah, I’ve been wanting to make brownies and now, the dog wants to be walked.  Uh oh.  Worried about criticism for your work?  By using an office communication system, the feedback may not feel like a personal attack and if you’re upset about the feedback, nobody gets to see your response.  The key to success with working from home for anybody is to have a list of reasonable goals.  Enjoy being your own supervisor!

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