Health and wellness

Adults with ADHD are at an increased risk of adverse health and well-being outcomes. Well-being, a positive and non-static state, is influenced by many personal and contextual factors. Coaches and therapists can confirm that, even in the presence of health and/or mental health conditions, well-being can be experienced any time an individual is actively engaged in a journey toward personal flourishing. In fact, a drive toward well-being is why many try to exercise, eat well, and tend to other aspects of a “healthy lifestyle.” For adults with ADHD, elements of a healthy lifestyle, include: ADHD management, nutrition, physical activity, stress management/mindfulness, quality sleep, relationships and fun, avoiding risky substances (and behaviors), workplace experience, and financial management. Addressing lifestyle choices in any of these nine areas can have a positive impact. Practitioners can guide clients to self-assess current satisfaction, and desired states, related to each key element and consider plans to address any gaps, supporting clients in the process of increasing their personal well-being.