Slow information processing speed can cause difficulty understanding and retrieving information. This disorder does not mean that a person has low intelligence, but requires measures to be taken to function normally, reports the Daily Mail.
Processing speed determines how quickly the brain can receive information and decide how to respond. Slow speed can be a separate disorder or accompany ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), dyslexia (impaired reading ability) or dyscalculia (impaired arithmetic ability).
Signs of slow processing speed may include unusual reactions to verbal instructions or questions, needing more time to read or write, feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information, or poor time management. People with this disorder may also have trouble finding words when speaking.
Long work meetings, multi-step instructions, or large amounts of information can lead to stress and burnout. If a person is diagnosed with a processing speed disorder, he should warn his employer about this. Taking breaks during long meetings can help you manage stress. Reminders on your phone, notes and an online calendar will help relieve your brain.
