A presentation describes one part of the symptom pattern and gives only limited information about the whole person. It therefore does not, by itself, determine a fixed package of support. Two people with a predominantly inattentive presentation may experience very different difficulties. One may regularly miss deadlines, leave projects unfinished or forget to return calls. Another may struggle more with organising household tasks, frequently losing belongings or following conversations. Support should therefore be tailored to the difficulties that have the greatest impact on everyday life. It may involve:

• support with attention, planning and completing tasks;

• strategies for managing restlessness and impulsivity;

• workplace or study adjustments, such as written instructions or fewer distractions;

• psychoeducation, ADHD coaching or psychotherapy;

• support for sleep difficulties, ongoing stress or co-occurring anxiety;

• discussing medication, when appropriate and when the person wishes to consider it.

The aim is to reduce everyday difficulties and make ADHD features easier to manage, not to hide them.

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Not sure where to start? Our free five-minute ADHD screener may provide a useful indication and some preliminary information. A screener is not a diagnosis and cannot replace a consultation with a suitably qualified health professional.