Pomodoro Technique for ADHD: How to Make It Work
The classic 25-minute Pomodoro assumes the hard part is sustaining focus, for ADHD brains it’s usually starting. Here’s how to adjust it.
Dwayne Dixon
Dwayne Dixon is the creator of 5minutetimer.co.uk, a platform that provides free online timers to help users improve focus and manage their time more effectively. He is a productivity practitioner with over a decade of personal study and hands-on experience in time management and focus techniques. His work focuses on practical methods to help users overcome procrastination and start tasks more easily, including the simple and effective “5-minute start” approach. Rather than relying on complex theories, Dwayne’s approach is based on real-world testing and everyday use. Through his platform, he aims to make productivity tools accessible for students, professionals, and anyone looking to build better work habits. Dwayne is based in London, United Kingdom, and continues to improve the website based on user feedback and ongoing experience. For more information about his work, please visit the About Us page.
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