ADHD in the Workplace: The Gap Between Perception and Reality

Did you know there are many misconceptions about what ADHD looks like? Or that there is a difference between how neurotypical and neurodivergent brains process and interact with the world around them? The CDC estimates that up to 1 in 16 adults are diagnosed with ADHD. This means many employees at every level are at risk of being misunderstood and underutilized in professional environments.

This webinar is designed to help HR professionals and workplace leaders better understand the gap between perception and reality when interacting with individuals with ADHD. The insights shared will not only help when working with employees but may also provide valuable resources in participants’ personal lives.

In this practical, down-to-earth, and perception-busting webinar, we’ll explore the disconnect between perception and reality with ADHD in the workplace. We’ll examine the foundation of this gap, address five specific perception gaps, and discuss what this framework looks like both in the workplace and at home. We’ll also highlight basic factors that are often overlooked, shine a light on the strengths “blind spot,” and share actionable strategies to reframe the narrative and facilitate success.

• Framing the Conversation: Why learning the truth about ADHD is key to success.
• Introduction to ADHD: A quick overview of ADHD today, especially in adults.
• The Perception vs. Reality Framework: Understanding the disconnect between common beliefs about ADHD and how it actually manifests.
• Five Key Perception Gaps: A focused look at misconceptions such as “They’re not trying hard enough.”
• Key Considerations: The Masking Effect and how environmental mismatches hinder performance.
• Reframing the Narrative: Practical steps to address ADHD realities and support success in the workplace.

• Gain a clear understanding of how misconceptions about ADHD affect everyone.
• Learn how to recognize perception gaps and uncover the truth about individuals with ADHD.
• Understand how masking and environmental mismatches impact performance.
• Avoid the biggest gap: failing to identify and leverage strengths.
• Access takeaway resources, toolkits, and real-world examples.
• Walk away with a resource kit you can use and share.

Attending this webinar will empower you to better understand, support, and confidently engage with neurodivergent employees at all levels.