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Web-Based Task Management for Individuals with ADHD Through Contextual Tasks and Progress Cues

Year: 2026

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: For individuals with ADHD, distracting web content interferes with executive functioning, especially in task management, which is critical for daily routines and academic or workplace success. Traditional task management tools are overwhelmed by an abundance of open tasks. We developed a web browser extension tailored for individuals with ADHD through participatory design, with one of our authors with ADHD collaborating with an ADHD focus group (n=3). The tool features a task-tracking function that utilizes spatial working memory to enhance focus by reducing the number of visible tasks. Additionally, a scroll-position-based progress tracking feature measures task progress, rather than just time elapsed. Both features were evaluated through think-aloud sessions (n=12). Participants suggested additional features and concluded that our context-based task tracking and progress tracking are helpful.

Source: International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility (ASSETS)

DOI: 10.1145/3797867.3841236

Authors: Wajdi Aljedaani, Adrian Wegener, Hector Roy Ruiz, Weston Leonard

Institutions: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, University of North Texas

Language: English

Topic: Personal Information Management and User Behavior

Subfield: Information Systems and Management

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7223286485

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