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4 Nov 2011 @ 3:53 PM
ajn Join Date: Fri 4th Nov 2011
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NEW ADHD AND WORK

I've recently been diagonsed with ADHD. I knew all along something wasn't right but was scared to admit it or maybe in denial. Things at work have really taken a turn for the worst and I have finally had no choice but to admit there was a problem - so hard to do. I have a very good job, but my mistakes were getting out of control. I spoke with my supervisor who had been increasingly frusterated with me and now she understands completely. In fact she stated "it all made sense" I was encouraged to also speak with HR, this way we could create a game plan to assist me with the areas I have been struggling. Trust me I welcome anything to help alleviate the stress. Somthing I found strange is that HR asked for a drs. "excuse" stating that I have been diagnosed with ADHD and am seeking treatment. This made me very uneasy and I am hesitant to offer up the information. Any thoughs from others who may have been in this position? Am I just being paranoid?

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4 Nov 2011 @ 6:26 PM Reply # 1
Puppy.love Join Date: Fri 4th Nov 2011
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I understand...

I have a hard time at work too. I'm getting better (or attempting to), but I've never let anyone important in on my ADD; I think I'm scared they will think me incompetent (which I am...I don't want them to really know how bad it is...). I HAVE talked to a coworker or two about it, but HR has never contacted me about giving them information from a doctor. I know as a child I had to have it so that my teachers would understand and do extra stuff for me (like break down tasks and give me extra time to complete things).

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