Understanding Your Autistic/ADHD Child’s Hyperfocus

Also, download the free Life Vision Workbook for Your Child with Autism/ADHD

January 16, 2024

Hi, there! I send warm wishes to those of you who are in areas hit with this severe winter weather in the United States. Here in Indiana, we didn’t get the large snow, but we are dealing with sub-zero temperatures overnight and the morning, with single digits during the day. 🥶 Let’s hope it warms up soon!

This week on Autism & ADHD Connection, I share information about hyperfocus when your child has ADHD.

It seems contradictory that your child could spend hours focused on one activity while being completely distracted most other times to the task on hand. You can also learn the difference between hyperfocus and special interests. (And, yes, your child can hyperfocus on an activity related to their special interest. Mine certainly does!) More importantly, I share ways you can help manage the time your child stays hyperfocused on their preferred activity to make sure they are doing the things that must be done, like homework, chores, meals, bathroom breaks, etc.

Check out the blog post here: Understanding hyperfocus for children with ADHD and autism - Autism & ADHD Connection (autismadhdconnection.com)

Inspirational Quote

“Do not let the memories of your past limit the potential of your future. There are no limits to what you can achieve on your journey through life, except in your mind.”

― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart

Resources Available

Do you struggle with planning for your autistic/ADHD child’s future? I did too, which is why I created the Life Vision Workbook for Your Child with Autism and ADHD. It can help you think through what their life could be like as adults and plan for what you can do now to help make that a reality. You can update it annually or however often you think is needed. Click here to download the free editable PDF of the workbook.

If you ever need to contact me, send me an email at info@autismadhdconnection.com. I’d love to hear from you.

Take care and best wishes for the coming week!