About r/ExecutiveDysfunction
Executive function is the ability to plan, organise, and complete tasks. In people with developmental issues and mental illnesses, executive functioning skills often end up disordered. This sub is for those of us who are looking for support with executive function, strategies for dealing with executive dysfunction, and anyone else who might be interested in issues around organising tasks and getting them done. You may also join this great body doubling discord: https://discord.gg/Rb76nWyEgf
The community at a glance
r/ExecutiveDysfunction is a Subreddit for Special needs parents and advocates with roughly 24K members. It uses a forum format for communication. It is the 8th largest community in the Special Needs topic page.
Roughly 7K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Struggling, Executive Dysfunction, and Anxiety.
Community Features
This community has a forum
Subreddit Analysis
via GummySearchMember growth over time
All time (yearly)
- 2021: 3K members
- 2024: 9K members
- 2025: 4K members
- 2026: 6K members
Past year (monthly)
- Dec: 412 members
- Jan: 462 members
- Feb: 450 members
- Mar: 516 members
- Apr: 637 members
- May: 724 members
- Jun: 632 members
- Jul: 629 members
- Aug: 607 members
- Sep: 549 members
- Oct: 730 members
- Nov: 222 members
Topics
- Struggling8 posts in the past month#18Struggling
- Executive Dysfunction6 posts in the past month#26Executive Dysfunction
- Anxiety2 posts in the past month#32Anxiety
- Mental Health2 posts in the past month#42Mental Health
- Autism1 post in the past month#51Autism
Flair
- Looking for Tips/Suggestions38 posts in the past month
- How do you get stuff done when you physically feel like you can't?
- I don’t feel guilty in the moment, but I can’t function without active desire/instant gratification. How do you cope?
- I want to do more around the house
#138Looking for Tips/SuggestionsHow do you get stuff done when you physically feel like you can't? · I don’t feel guilty in the moment, but I can’t function without active desire/instant gratification. How do you cope? · I want to do more around the house - vent (seeking empathy not advice)8 posts in the past month
- I'm so fucking tired of severe executive dysfunction
- Three weeks of dorm dishes...
- dear reader, my hyper-focus brainchild
#28vent (seeking empathy not advice)I'm so fucking tired of severe executive dysfunction · Three weeks of dorm dishes... · dear reader, my hyper-focus brainchild - Seeking product recommendations1 post in the past month
- Admitting I need a fluff and fold laundry service to function was harder than signing up for one
#31Seeking product recommendationsAdmitting I need a fluff and fold laundry service to function was harder than signing up for one - This is a challenge!1 post in the past month
- Dr Russell Barkley's Channel has been Hacked!!!
#41This is a challenge!Dr Russell Barkley's Channel has been Hacked!!!
Frequently asked questions
- Who is r/ExecutiveDysfunction for?
- Best for Special needs parents and advocates enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
- Is r/ExecutiveDysfunction free to join?
- This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
- How many members does r/ExecutiveDysfunction have?
- Roughly 24K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
- What platform is r/ExecutiveDysfunction on?
- r/ExecutiveDysfunction runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
- What topics does r/ExecutiveDysfunction cover?
- On the Hive Index, r/ExecutiveDysfunction is organized under Special needs parents and advocates.
- How do I join r/ExecutiveDysfunction?
- You can join r/ExecutiveDysfunction by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
- What are the Special Needs communities like?
- Communities for parents, caregivers, educators, and individuals navigating special needs. Covers autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, learning disabilities, speech and developmental delays, and the broader support ecosystem including IEPs, therapy, early intervention, and self-advocacy. Mix of Facebook groups, Reddit communities, and dedicated forums where people share resources, ask questions, and connect with others who understand the journey.
Added 10/19/2026
Monthly Stats
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- Views /mo
- 10
- Visitors /mo
- 0
- Referrals /mo
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