Hygiene with ADHD

[u/Extreme_Foundation66]

Hi to all my ADHD friends!

I have ADHD and I have my whole life struggled with my hygiene.

I hate to talk about this but the few times I have done it with my friends with ADHD I feel less alone so I hope this will have the same effect. I also wanna say that I would appreciate if you kept your judgements and negative comments to yourself (since I’ve also experienced that when talking about this)

First of all, I absolutely hate to shower. It has so many steps, I hate the feeling of water on my body and I really struggle to start. This makes it harder for me to workout cause the thought of taking a shower is so overwhelming.

I also struggle with steps like brushing my teeth and remembering steps in my routine!

Also other weekly things like shaving, cutting my nails!

Please tell me that I’m not alone and if you’re having any advice or anything I would appreciate it! I’m really embarrassed about it!

Update: I’m genuinely so thankful for every single comment under this post! I’ve never felt this seen and understood before. I’m so proud of everyone that has shared their stories and I wish you all the best ❤️

[u/Standard_Cabinet_149]

i love being in the shower but i hate showering because it means my free time is almost over. any time i shower it means im on my way to do something i dont want to do.

[u/Extreme_Foundation66 → u/Standard_Cabinet_149]

Hmmm is it social situations? Days that are ending? Or what is it that you don’t want to do? I hope I don’t sound judgmental, I’m just trying to understand 🩷

[u/Standard_Cabinet_149 → u/Extreme_Foundation66]

like going to work mostly. i associate showering with having to go to school or church or family gatherings as a kid and now decades later it still feels like that. and i know i could shower at night but my night time trying to go to bed situation is so bad i don't want to add any stress to that