Choosing
a Career for Attention Deficit Disorder
Is there one ideal career for attention
deficit disorder? The simple answer to this question
is: no. People with attention deficit disorder have
thrived in virtually every field, be it architecture
or zoology. The better question to ask is, is there
one ideal career for attention deficit disorder as
it relates to my particular interests and skills?
The answer to this question is probably: yes.
Attention
deficit disorder is not a life sentence to being disabled
and unable to work. On the contrary, once you find
a career for attention deficit disorder that suits
you, there’s a good chance that you will be
the most driven, committed, and successful in your
line of work. Attention deficit disorder may affect
your ability to concentrate on things that don’t
interest you … but if something does interest
you … watch out world! As you begin your search
for a career for attention deficit disorder—for
yourself or for a loved one—here are some questions
for the person with ADHD who is searching for a career:
- What
are your passions, the things that really hold your
interest?
- What
are your accomplishments in life so far?
- What
are your personality traits that help you in life?
- What
comes naturally to you?
- Is
there a connection between your interests and needs
in the marketplace?
- Is
there a way to try jobs you are interested in that
limits the possibility of failure, for example,
volunteer work, internships, or work with family
members?
The
search for a career for attention deficit disorder
may be motivated by several factors, such as being
unhappy in a current job or looking for a first job
after graduation. Whatever your incentive is, don’t
let attention deficit disorder stop you from finding
a career in which you can be satisfied—or even
thrilled—to be a part of. |
