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What to do when your therapist asks how the week was ADHD?
When your therapist asks how your week was, it's helpful to have a clear and concise way to report on your experiences, which can be challenging for ADHD adults. This can be as simple as keeping a daily log or using a planner to stay organized.
We struggle to recall details without a system
Without a system, it's easy to forget important details or events that occurred during the week. For example, I once forgot to mention a significant argument with a family member during a therapy session, which would have been relevant to our discussion. Having a daily log or planner can help fill in these gaps and provide a more complete picture of your week.
A simple notebook or digital note-taking app can be used to record daily events, thoughts, and feelings, making it easier to recall important details during therapy sessions.
Our brains don't work like traditional planners assume
Traditional planners often assume a level of organization and time management that can be difficult for ADHD adults to maintain. We're under-built for systems that assume daily showups, and our brains work differently. For instance, traditional planners that require daily check-ins trigger frustration and abandonment after a single missed day or two.
A more flexible system that accommodates our unique needs and work styles is necessary, one that allows for easy tracking and review of daily events and tasks.
Having the right tools can make a big difference
Using the right tools can help ADHD adults stay organized and provide a clear account of their week during therapy sessions. The ADHD Mental Health Tracker, for example, provides a structured format for tracking daily events, emotions, and tasks, making it easier to identify patterns and trends.
If you're struggling to keep track of your week and provide a clear account during therapy sessions, consider trying out the ADHD Mental Health Tracker, which can be found at /buy/.
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