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ADHD at Work: Staying Focused and Fair as an Insurance Adjuster
What Insurance Adjusters Do and Why Focus Matters Insurance adjusters play a vital role in evaluating claims and determining fair settlements for property damage, auto accidents, injuries, and other losses. Whether working in the field or remotely, adjusters inspect damage, gather evidence, interview claimants and witnesses, and analyze policy coverage. Their job is to ensure that claims are handled accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with policy terms. Adjusters act a

CJ Pringle
Feb 93 min read


ADHD at Work: Just Got Laid Off…Now What?!
Losing a job is destabilizing for anyone, but for adults who are laid off with ADHD, the experience can hit with extra force. The sudden loss of structure, identity, income, and routine, combined with ADHD-related challenges like rejection sensitivity (RSD) , emotional dysregulation , and difficulty shifting attention, can feel like the bottom drops out from under you. If you’ve just been laid off, or fear one may be coming, take heart: this moment does not define you, and t

CJ Pringle
Dec 30, 20253 min read


ADHD at Work: How to Navigate a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)
Being placed on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) can shake anyone’s confidence. But for adults with ADHD, especially those who experience rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD), a performance improvement plan can feel like a threat, a judgment, or a sign that you’re failing. Even when a PIP is designed to help, the emotional and executive function demands of the process can be uniquely overwhelming. Yet here’s the truth: a performance improvement plan does not automaticall

CJ Pringle
Dec 15, 20254 min read


Layoff Anxiety and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): What ADHD Brains Need to Know
For people with Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), the threat of a layoff isn’t simply about losing a job. It can trigger deep emotional pain, shame, and feelings of worthlessness, especially when you also experience Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). When your nervous system is already wired to detect rejection and threat, a layoff rumor or unexpected job shift can feel like a personal attack. We’ve talked about RSD before in depth; see our posts “Understan

Rebecca Branham
Nov 17, 20253 min read


ADHD in the Tech Workplace: How It Shows Up, What Can Help
Working in tech with ADHD can be both exciting and overwhelming. Maybe your mind lights up with ideas during a brainstorm, but hits a wall when it’s time to prioritize tasks. Or maybe you’re deeply focused on code for hours, but forget to respond to your team’s Slack messages. ADHD doesn’t show up the same way for everyone, and it definitely doesn’t show up the same way in every job. That’s why we’ve created a series of role-specific guides to help you understand how ADHD mig

Agave Health Team
Oct 22, 20253 min read


ADHD in Policy and Compliance Work: How to Stay Clear, Calm, and Credible
The Vital Function of Policy Professionals in Every Organization Policy professionals, those working in legal, compliance, and regulatory affairs , serve as the guardrails of their organizations. They ensure that daily operations align with internal policies, ethical standards, and external laws. Whether you’re drafting contracts, reviewing legislation, conducting risk assessments, or interpreting new regulations, your work protects both the organization’s integrity and publi

CJ Pringle
Oct 14, 20253 min read
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