Looked After Child Full Logo - Primary Trasnsparent

Text detailing a personal reflection on living with ADHD, discussing diagnosis at age 5, medication, and current struggles with focus, task completion, and managing responsibilities despite past coping mechanisms. The author expresses frustration with feeling subpar as a manager, acknowledging a desire to offer more to young people in the care system, and plans to seek a treatment plan from their GP for support.

The image displays a block of text on a white background, presenting a deeply personal account of an individual’s journey with ADHD, from childhood diagnosis to current struggles in managing professional and personal tasks. It details the impact of ADHD on focus and task completion, despite efforts to self-regulate, and expresses a strong desire to enhance professional contributions within the care system by seeking further support. This narrative underscores the human element behind professional roles, particularly within the demanding health and social care sector.