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It’s not uncommon for some women with ADHD to scramble to complete tasks at the last minute despite having ample time to start. This struggle can cause frustration, anxiety, and even stress. 

Listen as Dr. Monica Johnson breaks down how symptoms of ADHD can lead to delays in task completion. And get strategies on how to improve productivity and reduce stress.

To get a transcript and check out more episodes, visit the MissUnderstood channel page at Understood.

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(01:13) What are key characteristics of procrastination?

(04:27) Ways to break the cycle of procrastination

(05:21) What is the Pomodoro Technique?

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