Laziness vs Executive Dysfunction: Is It Choice or Chemistry?
You are sitting on the couch. You have ten things to do. Your brain is screaming at you to get up. But your body feels like it weighs a thousand pounds. This isn't laziness. This is a real struggle with your brain's wiring.
What is it?
Executive dysfunction is a glitch in the command center of the brain. It makes it hard to plan, start, and finish tasks. While laziness is a choice to avoid work, this feels like being trapped behind an invisible wall.
Signs & Symptoms
Why does this happen?
The prefrontal cortex acts like the CEO of your brain. It uses dopamine to send signals to get you moving. In ADHD brains, dopamine levels are often low. When the signal is weak, the CEO cannot give the order to start. Your amygdala might even see the task as a threat and trigger a freeze response.
The Action Plan
Externalize the trigger
Set a timer for only three minutes to lower the pressure.
Change your scenery
Move to a different chair or room to reset your brain.
Add a sensory spark
Put on upbeat music or grab a cold glass of water.
Stop fighting your brain.
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