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Does ADHD coaching help with home maintenance overtime? 

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Author: Victoria Rowe, MSc | Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Keeping up daily home routines can be one of the toughest parts of living with ADHD. Tasks like cleaning, laundry, or staying on top of household organisation can easily become overwhelming, and many adults find that even when motivation appears, consistency quickly fades. According to NHS guidance, this happens because ADHD affects the brain’s executive functions, the skills responsible for planning, focus, and habit formation.

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What ADHD coaching does 

ADHD coaching provides structured, goal-focused support designed to help adults turn intentions into consistent actions. The Royal College of Psychiatrists describe coaching as a practical, skills-based approach that complements therapy and medication. Coaches work collaboratively with individuals to build routines, manage time, and create systems that reduce overwhelm. 

Evidence from NICE guidance (NG87) shows that coaching helps adults develop habits that support independence and emotional balance. Strategies like habit chunking, visual cues, environmental structuring, and body doubling (working alongside someone else for accountability) are commonly used to improve follow-through on home tasks. 

Long-term benefits and evidence 

A growing body of research supports the role of ADHD coaching in long-term behavioural change. A 2024 PubMed study found that adults who engaged in regular coaching reported greater consistency in home management, improved emotional regulation, and increased self-confidence in daily life. 

The Cleveland Clinic also notes that coaching can help reduce perfectionism and “time blindness,” two major barriers to sustained household maintenance. These gains are often strengthened when coaching is combined with CBT or peer support groups such as those offered by ADHD UK and Mind UK. 

UK-based ADHD coaching support 

In the UK, services like Theara Change are developing programmes that combine evidence-based coaching, emotional regulation strategies, and behavioural structure, aligned with NICE recommendations. These approaches focus on helping adults build sustainable routines, reduce overwhelm, and maintain home systems over the long term, without relying solely on willpower. 

Takeaway 

ADHD coaching is not about forcing discipline; it is about building tools that work with your brain. Over time, structured coaching, self-compassion, and practical systems can turn daily maintenance from a constant struggle into a manageable rhythm that supports calm and confidence at home. 

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Victoria Rowe, MSc
Author

Victoria Rowe is a health psychologist with a Master’s in Health Psychology and a BS in Applied Psychology. She has experience as a school psychologist, conducting behavioural assessments, developing individualized education plans (IEPs), and supporting children’s mental health. Dr. Rowe has contributed to peer-reviewed research on mental health, including studies on anxiety disorders and the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare systems. Skilled in SPSS, Minitab, and academic writing, she is committed to advancing psychological knowledge and promoting well-being through evidence-based practice.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy. 

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy. 

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