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October marks ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and acceptance of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For me, it’s also a moment to reflect on my own journey, from diagnosis to learning how to thrive with ADHD and to recognise the incredible value that comes from embracing neurodiversity in the workplace.
I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, after years of feeling like I had to work twice as hard just to stay organised and focused. I often lost track of time, forgot small details, or found my mind racing between ideas, things I used to see as personal failings rather than signs of something deeper.
ADHD isn’t just about distraction or restlessness; it’s about how the brain manages attention, motivation, and emotion. It means I can sometimes struggle to focus on routine tasks, but it also means I can hyperfocus, think creatively, and bring high energy to projects that inspire me.
My parents are both dyslexic, so they’ve always understood what it’s like to see the world a bit differently. That support helped me seek a private assessment at 18, which gave me real clarity about how my mind works and how to manage it effectively.
Since joining Quality Care Group, I’ve felt fully supported to put that understanding into practice. Whether it’s using tools like digital calendars, daily to-do lists, or breaking larger projects into smaller goals, I’ve been able to develop routines that work for me, not against me.
What’s made the biggest difference, though, is being part of a workplace that recognises and celebrates neurodiversity. I’m proud to be part of Quality Care Group’s neurodiversity project team, a group of colleagues working together to better understand and support different thinking styles across the business.
ADHD Awareness Month is about more than raising awareness, it’s about building understanding, empathy, and inclusion. When workplaces support neurodiverse individuals, everyone benefits. We create an environment where people feel comfortable being themselves, and where different perspectives drive new ideas, innovation, and collaboration.
Having ADHD isn’t always easy, but it’s not a limitation. It’s part of what makes me who I am curious, energetic, and determined When those traits are understood and valued, they become real strengths.
I feel fortunate to work in a company that not only recognises neurodiversity but actively supports it through open conversation and awareness. As a team, we’re learning more every day and we’re committed to ensuring everyone at Quality Care Group has the tools and understanding they need to perform at their best.
If there’s one message I’d share this ADHD Awareness Month, it’s that support and understanding can turn difference into strength and that’s something worth celebrating.
