r/ADHD • u/Extreme_Foundation66 • 9d ago
Questions/Advice Hygiene with ADHD
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 ❤️
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u/allthelostnotebooks 9d ago
Toothbrushing: I keep colgate wisp brushes in my living room and purse, have you seen them? They're little mini disposable toothbrushy-things pre-loaded with a dry dot of minty tooth cleanser. You can use them any time any place without water and they're nice to chew on/poke around with. Like a fidget that cleans your teeth! And if you have a stash in arms reach, you don't have to get up. You don't have to stand there with a mouth full of foam completing a whole process. You don't have to get wet. Just fiddle around with it, chew in it, etc and then your teeth feel nice and clean!