{"id":1026,"date":"2023-03-24T08:52:21","date_gmt":"2023-03-24T08:52:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/?p=1026"},"modified":"2023-09-01T15:32:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T19:32:04","slug":"intj-adhd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/","title":{"rendered":"INTJ ADHD: What Is It Like &amp; How To Deal With It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If one MBTI type is known for excellent focus, that\u2019s INTJ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what would an INTJ with ADHD be like then?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an INTJ, I must admit &#8211; it\u2019s an odd combination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But INTJs can learn to deal with the condition really well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I\u2019ll tell you everything INTJ ADHD related.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let\u2019s dive straight in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#INTJ_With_ADHD_What_Is_It_like\" title=\"INTJ With ADHD: What Is It like?\">INTJ With ADHD: What Is It like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#Tips_for_Living_with_ADHD_If_You_Are_an_INTJ\" title=\"Tips for Living with ADHD If You Are an INTJ\">Tips for Living with ADHD If You Are an INTJ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#Plan_around_distractions\" title=\"Plan around distractions\">Plan around distractions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#Use_a_planner\" title=\"Use a planner\">Use a planner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#Eliminate_distractions_while_working\" title=\"Eliminate distractions while working\">Eliminate distractions while working<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#Built_a_healthy_routine\" title=\"Built a healthy routine\">Built a healthy routine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#The_Best_Jobs_for_INTJs_with_ADHD\" title=\"The Best Jobs for INTJs with ADHD\">The Best Jobs for INTJs with ADHD<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-adhd\/#To_Sum_Things_Up\" title=\"To Sum Things Up\">To Sum Things Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INTJ_With_ADHD_What_Is_It_like\"><\/span>INTJ With ADHD: What Is It like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"I am an INTJ &amp; I have ADHD | RANT\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xnMftSk0av4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we get into the problem, let\u2019s first address what ADHD is. ADHD stands for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/adhd\/facts.html#:~:text=ADHD%20is%20one%20of%20the,)%2C%20or%20be%20overly%20active.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">attention deficit hyperactivity disorder<\/a>, and its symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Difficulty paying attention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyperactivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impulsivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The causes of ADHD are unknown, and it can affect anyone. Still, the manifestation may be different in different personality types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you already know, INTJs are known for their amazing ability to <em>get things done<\/em>. INTJs have a naturally strong focus, as they like to be as efficient as possible in everything they do.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the bigger picture in mind, INTJs easily see how their every action contributes towards the final goal. That vision keeps them motivated and focused on finishing every task at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, everything I said so far has nothing in common with those ADHD symptoms we talked about. But as a child, INTJ can exhibit certain behavior that can cause them to get misdiagnosed with ADHD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>INTJs love learning new things, even as kids. That\u2019s why they\u2019re often way ahead of their classmates in subjects they\u2019re deeply interested in. However, that will also mean that those classes won\u2019t be challenging for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And this is where they start losing focus, which can be misinterpreted as a symptom of ADHD.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, that doesn\u2019t mean an INTJ <strong>can\u2019t <\/strong>have ADHD. This mental disorder can affect any MBTI personality type, and INTJs aren\u2019t excluded.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For INTJs, that can be quite stressful, given it causes them to be so unlike themselves. INTJs with ADHD have difficulties with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Staying organized<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prioritizing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managing their time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Procrastination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping up with details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completing tasks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You see, INTJs gather information about the world around them through extraverted sensing. This is their inferior function, which means they already have a hard time being in tune with the present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when you add ADHD into the equation, it makes that even harder. <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-stare\/\">Zoning out thirty seconds into a conversation<\/a> is very common for INTJs with ADHD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even with this condition, INTJs can still see the bigger picture very clearly. However, staying focused on it can be very difficult, which is even more frustrating to a rational INTJ mind. In a way, they might feel like they\u2019re not living up to their own expectation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, having a condition that affects the way you function is a rational explanation. So for an INTJ, while challenging, that\u2019s a situation they can find a way around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But first, it\u2019s important to remember that a person needs professional evaluation to be diagnosed. Only a qualified medical professional can confirm after ruling out any other possible reason for such behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Living_with_ADHD_If_You_Are_an_INTJ\"><\/span>Tips for Living with ADHD If You Are an INTJ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-writing-a-plan.png\" alt=\"person writing a plan\" class=\"wp-image-1030\" style=\"width:1051px;height:550px\" width=\"1051\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-writing-a-plan.png 1200w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-writing-a-plan-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-writing-a-plan-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-writing-a-plan-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1051px) 100vw, 1051px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Having ADHD is not the end of the world, even for an INTJ. Understanding the disorder can help you work around it. And in time, INTJs will learn not to let it slow them down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But of course, every beginning is hard. To make it a bit easier, there are a few tips every INTJ with ADHD should apply to everyday situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_around_distractions\"><\/span>Plan around distractions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re dealing with ADHD, you\u2019re still an INTJ. That means you probably make backup plans for your primary plans. Well, that\u2019s something you can apply to this specific situation as well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, this is the idea &#8211; you\u2019ll probably encounter distractions along the way. You can\u2019t avoid them, but you can already figure out what to do in such a case.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One method that works well here is <strong>breaking down tasks into much smaller steps<\/strong>. That way, you can afford to get distracted without falling off the track too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_a_planner\"><\/span>Use a planner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having all your tasks and deadlines written down does wonders in helping you stay organized.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a hardcover planner, calendar, or spreadsheet, it doesn\u2019t matter. Keeping track of your work helps you stick to the schedule more efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eliminate_distractions_while_working\"><\/span>Eliminate distractions while working<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, I know &#8211; you can\u2019t shut down your senses completely while doing work. But you can try to eliminate everything around you that could possibly distract you from the task at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, that means turning off the ringtone during work. That way, you won\u2019t feel compelled to stop what you\u2019re doing and answer every single notification.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping only work tabs open is another way of avoiding getting distracted by things that are irrelevant at the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Built_a_healthy_routine\"><\/span>Built a healthy routine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be real &#8211; dealing with ADHD can be hard. Especially when you\u2019re someone with the INTJ personality type. But accepting it is the first step towards coping with the diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting stressed doesn\u2019t do you any good &#8211; it just makes symptoms worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without stress, you can actually manage your focus really well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what can you do to avoid stress?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an INTJ, you\u2019ll want a <strong>routine in your life<\/strong>. That might mean waking up at the same time each day or reading before bed. Whatever feels right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking care of your physical and mental health, <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-stress\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1059\">you can avoid stress <\/a>in your everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Jobs_for_INTJs_with_ADHD\"><\/span>The Best Jobs for INTJs with ADHD<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-analyzing-reports.png\" alt=\"person analyzing reports\" class=\"wp-image-1032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-analyzing-reports.png 1200w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-analyzing-reports-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-analyzing-reports-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/person-analyzing-reports-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If dealing with ADHD, an INTJ might struggle to do a job they\u2019d be perfect for otherwise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take two <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-careers\/\">career choices<\/a> INTJs are typically great at: <strong>financial analyst and medical scientist<\/strong>. Both of these roles work on long-term projects with thorough research and analysis. But for an INTJ dealing with ADHD, these can be too difficult to focus on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there are many other job roles out there where INTJs shine, even those with ADHD. These include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Game developer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital marketer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social media marketer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Event planner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Video editor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website designer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>What do they have in common?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, all of these careers have their <strong>jobs divided into tasks to focus on at the moment<\/strong>. Sure, there\u2019s a big picture you\u2019re aiming for, but you need to do one task at a time to get there. You\u2019re not juggling too much information, so you can manage your focus more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Sum_Things_Up\"><\/span>To Sum Things Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, ADHD can cause INTJs to act very unlike themselves. That\u2019s because low attention span and impulsivity are two traits INTJs aren\u2019t usually known for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, that doesn\u2019t mean INTJs can\u2019t find a way to deal with ADHD. With patience and planning, they can avoid distractions and focus on the thing before them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wonder if there\u2019s any truth to INTJ myths?<\/strong> Here\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-stereotypes\/\">our article that debunks common INTJ stereotypes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/web-stories\/intj-adhd\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/web-stories\/intj-adhd\/\">Click here to view the Web story of this article.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If one MBTI type is known for excellent focus, that\u2019s INTJ. But what would an INTJ with ADHD be like then? As an INTJ, I must admit &#8211; it\u2019s an odd combination. But INTJs can learn to deal with the condition really well. 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