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/Miserable-Bother5263 8d ago

I can definitely relate. Something that helped me recently, was making sure to stay social! When I hear about friends saying they need to take a shower before they meet me, it automatically made me think of needing to shower. 🚿 I also recently got this shower gel with a pump handle and, it’s a small thing but it makes SUCH a big difference. Knowing I only have to push down on a bottle, instead of using slippery soap, or opening something with my hands..is great. And the shower gel smells like peaches. 🧼 You aren’t alone in your struggles, don’t worry. 🩷

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u/Miserable-Bother5263 8d ago

Also with the other hygiene stuff, I found once I’ve had a good shower, it makes you want to brush your teeth, get other things clean etc. like once you have the momentum going it’s easier. Oh and also, when it doubt you can use baby wipes if you really can’t shower. Sorry this is a lot of text/information, my brain is a bit foggy today. I hope that helps :)