When most people hear “ADHD,” they think of a child who can’t sit still in class. But ADHD doesn’t disappear after childhood—it grows up, and it often goes unrecognized in adults for years.

So, who has adult ADHD?

Doctors. Lawyers. Moms. Dads. Electricians. Restaurant owners. Artists. Engineers. Psychologists. Athletes. Business leaders.

People thriving in high-pressure jobs and everyday roles alike—many of whom don’t even realize ADHD is shaping their lives.

The Hidden Struggle

Adult ADHD often hides behind labels like:

• “Disorganized”

• “Procrastinator”

• “Always late”

• “Lazy but talented”

In reality, these can be signs of an ADHD brain trying to navigate a world not built for it. Without support, ADHD can lead to burnout, anxiety, and chronic self-doubt.

It Doesn’t Look One Way

ADHD isn’t about not trying hard enough. It’s about an invisible challenge with executive functioning—time, focus, memory, planning. It affects perfectionists and creatives, multitaskers and deep thinkers.

And it doesn’t discriminate.

Could It Be You?

If you:

• Avoid initiating simple tasks

• Constantly start but don’t finish projects

• Lose track of time easily

• Struggle to stay focused, even when it matters…

• Frequently misplace items

• Interrupt frequently in conversations

It could be ADHD.

You are not alone and there is help.

Start the Conversation

If this newsletter hits home—or reminds you of someone you know—it’s time to take the next step. Talk to a professional. Read up. Ask questions. Consider an adult ADHD evaluation with Minnesota Neuropsychology. You’re not alone and you don’t have to “just try harder.”

Forward this to someone who might need to read it. Awareness is power—and sometimes a lifeline.

Because ADHD lives everywhere. And yes—it could be you.