Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, refers to the condition where a person experiences hyperactivity or difficulty in focus. In ADHD, a person faces difficulty in getting anything done if they have an activity scheduled at some point in the day – this is referred to as waiting mode. Here's all that you need to know about ADHD and waiting mode.(Istock)
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"Do you struggle to get anything done around your appointments? This tendency to struggle with task initiation is often referred to in the ADHD world as waiting mode. This can be an issue for a variety of reasons but is usually tied to trouble perceiving time, difficulty regulating attention, or the fear that hyperfocus will take over and we will miss the appointment all together," wrote Therapist Meredith Carder. (Unsplash)
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Waiting mode is similar to rumination – we struggle to gather our attention to the present when we know that we have a schedule to remember or an appointment planned at some other time of the day.
One of the best ways to combat waiting mode is by writing down the exact things that are trying to bother us about that appointment. Sometimes seeing it can help us to comprehend it better.
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People with ADHD often struggle with time perception. Having a visual timer can help us to direct our energy into doing other tasks. (Pixabay)
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If you still have a day left before Mother's Day, you can grab a journal and write down something for your mom. It can be your best memories with her or things you feel for her, but don't often say.
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Every year, the crème de la crème of the celebrity world attends the Met Gala. Each year, there's a particular theme that somewhat determines what they wear to the gala. The 2025 Met Gala's theme was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, celebrating Black dandyism on the red carpet. The style mostly includes sharp tailoring, patterns, a monochromatic palette, statement accessories, and cultural references. Let’s take a look at which A-listers turned heads this year with their ‘weird outfits' and who all completely missed the assignment.
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Chanel took Ananya Panday on a glamorous holiday to Lake Como, Italy. The actor is staying at the luxurious Villa D'Este. She has been sharing pictures from her getaway, and they are gorgeous.
