As with other conditions, there are general lifestyle factors that can modify the expression of ADHD symptoms.<\/p>\n
It is important to improve and optimise general wellbeing through healthy diet, regular exercise, sleep hygiene, reducing alcohol and substance use, and reducing caffeine intake.<\/p>\n
Remember to look after yourself and make sure you have a good diet with regular meals.<\/p>\n
It is easy to become distracted and miss out on meals and getting a shower etc.<\/p>\n
Get a good sleep routine of going to bed at a regular time.<\/p>\n
Not getting enough sleep can make you more irritable and affect your concentration.<\/p>\n
Use your phone to create a list of things to do and reminders to do them and set yourself<\/p>\n
Make a list and set yourself timers for each task.<\/p>\n
If you are in a meeting write down anything you are expected to do in a diary in case you forget.<\/p>\n
We recommend the following strategies:<\/p>\n Provided there are no medical reasons that prevent you exercising, exercising vigorously and regularly helps work off excess physical and emotional energy in a positive way while soothing and calming the body.<\/p>\n This may also improve general wellbeing including sleep, mood and blood pressure.<\/p>\n Limit processed foods, sugar and caffeine improves our physical health and evens out our energy levels and mood swings.<\/p>\n Getting plenty of sleep helps with focus, productivity and mood.<\/p>\n To support this, create a consistent bedtime routine, which includes turning off screens at least one hour before bed and getting between 7-9 hours of sleep every night.<\/p>\n\n Exercise can help with managing the symptoms of ADHD<\/span>\n <\/summary>\n
\n Eating a healthy and balanced diet<\/span>\n <\/summary>\n
\n Look after your sleep<\/span>\n <\/summary>\n