Virtually everyone falls victim to procrastination when faced with unrewarding or boring tasks. Who wouldn't rather take a walk or a nap than do laundry or tackle the filing of their tax returns? However, unlike most healthy people, adults with ADD (attention deficit disorder) must find a way to cope with this issue every single day as it is a very common problem that is inherent with the disorder. Fortunately, there are now ADD coaches who are trained to help ADD sufferers rediscover motivation.
As everyone knows, a lack of motivation can be an overwhelming deterrent to completing a job. For those who are employed, being paid for work completed often provides the motivation to complete less than exciting tasks. Those who are unemployed or who work for themselves usually find themselves at the mercy of procrastination. When hyperactivity is added to the mix (ADHD), the individual finds himself almost wallowing in half-completed jobs as he starts one project after another, seemingly unable to ever complete anything. The resulting chaos all too frequently causes depression, yet another disorder that these sufferers must deal with.
ADHD coaching is a field that has arisen from Life Coaching. Those who specialize in working with ADD and ADHD individuals undergo extensive training in the condition known as ADD/ADHD, and they learn how to help these individuals overcome some of their biggest obstacles.
Studies have shown that people with ADD are deficient in dopamine. Researchers have recently found the exact sites in the brain where the pathways through which this neurotransmitter's travels have been disrupted. Lacking dopamine leads to an inability to process motivation and reward, making it difficult to focus on tasks that are tedious or repetitious and ultimately lead to boredom and restlessness. Happily, it has also been found that certain stimulant medications are very helpful in increasing dopamine levels, making motivation somewhat easier to come by. This is why stimulant medication is so beneficial for ADD patients. Nevertheless, patients recognize the need for help to channel their motivation.
ADD coaching can provide that help. The first step is helping their clients recognize that they have amazing strengths - most of these people are incredibly smart, perhaps even genius level. Once they can unlock the triggers to their own motivation most can go on to lead very productive adult lives.
Coaches utilize the reward model to help clients discover what reward resonates with each individual. They are assisted in understanding that rewards need not be external, such as a paycheck, that there is nothing wrong with rewarding oneself for a job well done. So coaches delve into finding what reward will motivate them to complete a given task.
Once an enticing reward has been discovered, such as the freedom to take a walk, go to the movies, or take a midday nap, the next task is to get past the roadblocks this illness has created. The logical next step is to divide huge projects into more manageable, smaller portions, thus facilitating the capability of completion. Finally, coaches help clients learn to organize and manage their time. Once a big job is broken into smaller components, they need the tools to find the motivation to go back and complete each smaller segment.
Ultimately, ADD sufferers have found that success creates its own reward; the sense of accomplishment increases confidence and self-esteem. These are goals that those who suffer with ADD can reach with the ongoing help of a professional coach.
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As everyone knows, a lack of motivation can be an overwhelming deterrent to completing a job. For those who are employed, being paid for work completed often provides the motivation to complete less than exciting tasks. Those who are unemployed or who work for themselves usually find themselves at the mercy of procrastination. When hyperactivity is added to the mix (ADHD), the individual finds himself almost wallowing in half-completed jobs as he starts one project after another, seemingly unable to ever complete anything. The resulting chaos all too frequently causes depression, yet another disorder that these sufferers must deal with.
ADHD coaching is a field that has arisen from Life Coaching. Those who specialize in working with ADD and ADHD individuals undergo extensive training in the condition known as ADD/ADHD, and they learn how to help these individuals overcome some of their biggest obstacles.
Studies have shown that people with ADD are deficient in dopamine. Researchers have recently found the exact sites in the brain where the pathways through which this neurotransmitter's travels have been disrupted. Lacking dopamine leads to an inability to process motivation and reward, making it difficult to focus on tasks that are tedious or repetitious and ultimately lead to boredom and restlessness. Happily, it has also been found that certain stimulant medications are very helpful in increasing dopamine levels, making motivation somewhat easier to come by. This is why stimulant medication is so beneficial for ADD patients. Nevertheless, patients recognize the need for help to channel their motivation.
ADD coaching can provide that help. The first step is helping their clients recognize that they have amazing strengths - most of these people are incredibly smart, perhaps even genius level. Once they can unlock the triggers to their own motivation most can go on to lead very productive adult lives.
Coaches utilize the reward model to help clients discover what reward resonates with each individual. They are assisted in understanding that rewards need not be external, such as a paycheck, that there is nothing wrong with rewarding oneself for a job well done. So coaches delve into finding what reward will motivate them to complete a given task.
Once an enticing reward has been discovered, such as the freedom to take a walk, go to the movies, or take a midday nap, the next task is to get past the roadblocks this illness has created. The logical next step is to divide huge projects into more manageable, smaller portions, thus facilitating the capability of completion. Finally, coaches help clients learn to organize and manage their time. Once a big job is broken into smaller components, they need the tools to find the motivation to go back and complete each smaller segment.
Ultimately, ADD sufferers have found that success creates its own reward; the sense of accomplishment increases confidence and self-esteem. These are goals that those who suffer with ADD can reach with the ongoing help of a professional coach.
Reproduction permitted only when all active hyperlinks are included. 2011 All Rights Reserved.
About the Author:
Author Stephen Daniels highly recommends Denise Gallagher a dc ADD coach for her experience and expertise in coaching those who suffer with these disorders. She is committed to assisting people to achieve their goals, and live a more managed and organized life and feel better about themselves and their accomplishments in the process.
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