The Other Side of Focus: Mind-Wandering and Creativity in ADHD

Date: 25 October 2026 | Time: 15:00–16:00 (Hong Kong time)
Venue: Fortune Metropolis, Hung Hom — L7 Atrium
Format: In-person talk
Language: Coming Soon | Subtitles: Coming Soon

Content covers: Adults; Children
Who it is for: People exploring ADHD for themselves; Parents / caregivers; Educators; Support professionals
Topics: Attention and Executive Function; Understanding ADHD

The brain has two familiar modes. When we focus on a task, the task-positive network (TPN) switches on. When we daydream or think about ourselves, the default mode network (DMN) becomes more active. The two usually take turns, like a seesaw. Research suggests that in ADHD, the DMN does not settle down reliably during tasks. It keeps cutting in, so attention comes and goes. This talk explains the idea in plain language and looks at what can help in daily life.