What Is Executive Dysfunction in the Context of ADHD?
It is a lifelong diagnosis that impacts relationships, work, physical health, mental health, and functioning.
What Is Body Doubling?
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Body doubling refers to doing a task with another person present.
They are simply present in the space while you complete the task that needs to be done.
you might body double in person, over the phone, via video chat, or even through text.
How Can You Use Body Doubling If You Have ADHD?
No specific person is credited with discovering the positive effects of body doubling.
However, the concept seems to have emerged fromsupport groupsfor people with ADHD.
Participants found that having another person present improved their executive functioning and motivation.
Researchers have not studied body doubling extensively, but individuals with ADHD have spoken to its benefits.
Anyone can be a body double.
you could even post to social media that you are completing a task to boost feelings of accountability.
How Does Executive Dysfunction Interfere With Motivation?
Executive dysfunction can impact motivation in multiple ways.
You might be unable to determine how much time or effort the task will take and become overwhelmed.
They may have negative thoughts about themselves and their worth as a result of their difficulties.
It is important to remember that having executive dysfunction does not mean that you are lazy.
Motivation issues are a symptom of ADHD that can be disabling.
People with ADHD do not benefit fromcriticism and ridiculebut instead need support and understanding to overcome their executive dysfunction.
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