Functional gifts can make daily life easier for adults with ADHD.
Here are some thoughtful ADHD gift ideas, according to ADHD experts.
Read on to check out our favorite gift ideas theyll love well beyond the holiday season.
Many adults with ADHD (myself included) struggle with disorganization and clutter.
When picking out a gift, look for items that add value to your loved ones space.
Be particularly sensitive about what areas the person that youre buying for might feel hurt.
psychotherapist specializing in ADHD
A big piece of ADHD, especially in women, is shame.
You dont want to get them something that will make them feel even more shame.
Its important to remember that people with ADHD are more than their diagnosis.
Not all of who they are.
Thanks to a coffee mug warmer, your loved one can slowly sip a hot cup all day.
Theyre great, and I take them with me when I travel, says Matlen.
I always have one on hand.
Even exercising for about 15 minutes helps boost executive function performance.
This under-desk treadmill is a fantastic option for ADHD pals who work from home or live in smaller homes.
psychotherapist specializing in ADHD
Being able to move while working has improved his focus tenfold.
As far as useful ADHD gifts go, this one is hard to beat.
Matlen adds that this gift was a game-changer for her daughter.
Theyre exceptional and very helpful.
Cuddling up with aweighted blanketcan soothe anxious sleepers and provide comfort that alleviates external stressors.
I think part of [why they help] is because of our racing thoughts, says Matlen.
Loop Dream Earplugs are designed to muffle sound clutter so they can actually rest.
This wall-mounted entryway organizer from West Elm is not only practical, but absolutely gorgeous.
Plus, its available in five color options.
Messy rooms are incredibly overwhelming, and vacuuming an entire house alone can feel impossible.
Adding a Roomba into the mix has been an absolute game-changer for our ADHD household.
you might control this Roomba directly from your smartphone and with Alexa, giving you hands-free vacuuming control.
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Ill do it tomorrow has become a recurring phrase in my household.
Matlen says that choosing the right delivery is key.
Its how you present it, really.
These fidget rings spin when you run your thumb across the top, allowing for less-than-obvious fidgeting.
Plus, theyre stainless steel, meaning they wont turn your fingers green after a handful of wears.
Noise-canceling headphones like these can block out external auditory stimuli, helping us stay zeroed in on projects.
So many people with ADHD have a hard time filtering out extraneous sounds and noises, says Matlen.
These I Know affirmation cards contain positive, uplifting messages of reassurance.
Yellberry Noir Hydra Self-Cleaning Water Bottle $60.00
Alrighthear me out.
Because of my forgetfulness, I usually end up dumping them out due to fear of bacteria growth.
As such, breaking up large tasks into smaller ones can make projects more manageable.
I want to write more can be a vague, daunting goal for someone with ADHD.
The Five-Minute Journal allows you to get your creative juices flowing via short writing prompts.
Bonus: its aesthetically pleasing, making a great home decor addition.
Easyplant Self-Watering Plant $54.00
Tending to plants has been proven to alleviate stress and anxiety.
Remembering to water them, however, is a task easier said than done for adults with ADHD.
I dont know too many people who have ADHD who dont kill their plants, jokes Matlen.
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