ADHD Adult Serious Consequences

Serious Consequences of Adult ADHD

Many people think that there are only minor annoyances with adult ADHD

However the following are often very serious consequences, and can often impact the quality of life. Adults with ADHD may experience the following.

1. More speeding tickets, more car accidents, more serious automobile accidents, more license suspensions. A recent study that compared the accuracy of those with untreated ADHD on a driving simulator indicated that they performed at about the same level as those who were legally intoxicated. Both those with the ADHD and those who were alcohol impaired both thought that they were "driving very well." And then add alcohol to those who have ADHD, and you get really terrible driving performance.

2. Poor relationships because of poor impulse control, more arguing

3. More alcoholism and substance abuse.

4. More anxiety and worrying, feeling of being out of control.

5. More job changes, poor relationships with bosses or fellow employees

6. Poor academic success, more likely to drop out of high school or college.

7. Poor planning in your life, drifting along.