Proposed design of task management system for ADHD
claude.iconProposed design of task management system for ADHD
Key Features
List of "Do's and Don'ts
Ability to list activities that users should avoid in order to focus on the current task
Regular reminders to check "what not to do".
Simple prioritization
No complex priority system, but only three categories: "do it now," "do it later," and "don't do it.
UI for easy drag-and-drop reclassification
Focus mode
Displays only the current task and hides all other information
Timer function to encourage regular breaks
microtask decomposition
Assistive functions to break down large tasks into smaller executable steps
Provides visual rewards upon completion of each step
Flexible reminders
Have users check their "to-do" list and important tasks at set intervals
Minimize distraction by showing only in-app rather than push notifications
Visualization of progress
Visual display of progress, including number of completed tasks and focus time
Long-term trend analysis to drive improvement
voice input
Ability to voice-activate tasks as soon as they occur to you
Automatically categorized into "to be done later" category
Integrated Filters
Filters notifications such as phone calls, emails, social networking sites, etc., and displays only the important ones while in focus mode
Design Principles
Simple and intuitive UI
Minimize visual stimulation
Incorporate positive reinforcement and encouraging messages
Flexibility to adapt to individual user needs
The proposed design is intended to help users with ADHD tendencies maintain focus, clarify priorities, and manage tasks effectively.
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