How Large Language Models Can Assist Technical Writers With ADHD
Another example of how musicians and information pros sometimes overlap in their thinking
As someone with ADHD, you might occasionally find yourself staring at a sink full of dishes, thinking, I should write a novel, only to end up three hours later knee-deep in a YouTube rabbit hole about how ancient Romans made concrete.
It's not your fault; it's just how your brain throws a party. Enter Large Language Models (LLMs)—AI-powered helpers that might not do the dishes for you, but they can remind you to do them without judgment.
Why LLMs Are Helpful For Folks With ADHD
In his article, "How Large Language Models Can Assist People with ADHD," Ed Finkler (aka Funkatron) — a passionate advocated for mental health in the tech industry — makes a strong case for why LLMs are a godsend for the easily distracted among us.
These digital assistants don't just provide helpful nudges; they can structure your day, break tasks into bite-sized chunks, and even politely rephrase that borderline-angry email you were about to send your landlord.
They're like the friend who gently pulls you back from the edge—except they're available at 3 a.m. and don't expect you to split the check.
But let's not get carried away. Yank points out that LLMs are not a replacement for your therapist, doctor, or the miracle drug that finally got you to return those overdue 📗 library books. 🤣 They're just here to help you work with your ADHD, not fix it. Think of them as a friendly sous-chef in the kitchen of your life—just don't let them take over the whole recipe.