Adult ADHD Support In Singapore
Recognising ADHD as an adult often starts with feeling somewhat out of step with others. This can manifest in many ways – chronic procrastination, organisation, forgetfulness, or an inability to focus on tasks. Sound familiar?
The Us Therapy team can help identify if you have ADHD, and this can often be the start of feeling more on top of life and understanding how to better manage.
What Is ADHD?
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect the way you respond to everyday demands and maintain balance in your energy and focus.
It is often first noticed in childhood. However, it is not uncommon for adults to only begin to recognise the signs later in life. This can happen when work demands increase, relationships become more complex, or daily responsibilities grow.
In our work, we often meet adults at this stage. You may be seeking clarity and support to make sense of how ADHD shows up for you.
Symptoms Of ADHD In Adults
ADHD can impact your ability to concentrate, stay organised, and control impulses in everyday life. You may notice it in small ways at first, such as losing track of tasks. Some people feel it more clearly as responsibilities increase.
Common signs of ADHD in adults include:
- Difficulty concentrating or staying focused
- Becoming easily distracted
- Disorganisation and challenges with time management
- Forgetfulness or frequently misplacing items
- Difficulty starting or completing tasks
- Impulsivity, such as acting or speaking without thinking
- Restlessness or feeling on edge
These patterns can affect your work, relationships, and daily routines. You may feel that you are putting in more effort than others just to keep up.
Some adults also experience anxiety or low self-esteem alongside ADHD. These experiences can feel overwhelming, especially when they are not fully understood.
When we discuss your behaviours, we look at how these patterns affect your day-to-day life, not just the symptoms in isolation.
What Causes ADHD In Adults?
The exact cause of ADHD is not fully understood, but it is thought that a combination of factors may play a role.
These may include:
- Genetics – ADHD can run in families
- Brain differences – variations in brain structure and activity, particularly in areas linked to attention and impulse control
- Environmental factors – early influences such as premature birth or low birth weight
- Prenatal factors – exposure to substances such as smoking or alcohol during pregnancy may increase risk
Understanding these factors can help you see ADHD as a recognised condition, not a personal failing. For many people, this shift in perspective can bring a sense of relief.
Diagnosing ADHD In Adults
A diagnosis involves a structured assessment to look at your experiences and how symptoms affect your daily life. It is based on building a clear picture over time, not a single test.
At Us Therapy, we guide you through this process in a straightforward and supportive way.
We might:
- Ask about your childhood experiences, including family or school history
- Use questionnaires or checklists
- Explore how symptoms affect your responsibilities and focus
- Consider other factors, such as anxiety or depression
- Look for symptoms that have been present since before the age of 12
This process helps us build a well-rounded and accurate understanding of your needs. It also allows you to explore what kind of support may be helpful, based on how ADHD affects your daily life.
Managing ADHD In Adults In Singapore
Managing ADHD often involves finding practical strategies that fit your routine. Our team will start by exploring how ADHD shows up for you, then building support around your needs.
You may be supported to:
- Build simple routines that help you stay organised and reduce overwhelm
- Break tasks into manageable steps so they feel easier to start and complete
- Develop strategies to manage distractions and improve focus
- Understand your emotions, such as frustration or low motivation
- Build habits that make managing tasks and personal goals easier
This support is guided and structured. We help you apply strategies in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.
Over time, these changes can help you feel more confident in handling day-to-day challenges.
With the right approach, ADHD can be managed in a way that supports your well-being and helps you navigate daily responsibilities more smoothly.
Find Adult ADHD Support In Singapore With Us Therapy
If you are struggling with focus, organisation, or impulsivity, support can help you recognise what is happening and find ways to manage it.
At Us Therapy, you are supported with structured ADHD assessments and practical, tailored guidance. We work with you to understand your experiences in context, helping you make sense of your condition that may have felt unclear or difficult to explain.
Ready to take the next step? Contact us to book your appointment.
How Can We Help You?
Experienced Therapists
Our processes and quality assurance is led by Dr.Emma Waddington, a UK-trained senior clinician psychologist and Founder of Us Therapy, with over 20+ years of experience in helping individuals in Singapore.
Holistic & Personalised Approach
Our clinicians draw from various therapeutic models to create a holistic approach. At Us, we have seen hundreds of clients and we recognise that each individual is unique. Our approach is tailored to you but always includes customised treatment plans and integrative techniques.
Thorough Assessment
At Us, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive assessment processes. We will undergo a thorough assessment process with you in your first sessions before we come up with a plan for your therapy.
Our Therapists
Fees
Individual Counselling Rates
Clinician type
Fees and Duration
Clinic Founder
$310
Principal Psychologist
$290
Senior Clinical Psychologist
$262
Educational Psychologist
$262
Clinical Psychologist
$236
Counsellor
$170
Expressive Arts Therapist
$170
Associate Psychologist
$130
Phone calls / Emails
Clinicians rate pro-rata (10 Mins)
Last Word
Many of our adult clients, receiving an ADHD diagnosis can feel like a weight lifting – suddenly, years of struggles make sense and have a name.
ADHD In Adults FAQs
How Do You Recognise ADHD In Adults?
ADHD is recognised through ongoing patterns of inattention, impulsivity, or restlessness that affect your daily functioning. Many adults begin to suspect ADHD when these challenges interfere with work, relationships, or daily responsibilities, especially if they’ve been present since childhood but were overlooked or misattributed to personality traits like ‘laziness’ or being ‘scatterbrained.’
You might notice cycles of intense productivity followed by burnout, difficulty managing time, impulsive decisions, or feeling mentally restless even when trying to relax. Increased awareness through social media, conversations, or learning about ADHD symptoms can also prompt self-reflection, leading people to connect long-standing struggles with a possible diagnosis.
A clinician will assess your symptoms, personal history, and how these challenges impact different areas of your life, while also considering other possible causes such as anxiety or depression.
Can You Develop ADHD Later In Life?
ADHD is generally understood as a condition that begins in childhood, even if it is only recognised in adulthood.
For some adults, symptoms may become more noticeable later in life due to increased demands or changes in life circumstances.
