Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD

by Jesse J. Anderson

“Let me make sure I have the time to give this my full attention.”

Prospective memory is essentially “remembering to remember,” or remembering later to do something you planned to do. Here are some examples: “I should grab milk on my way home tonight.” “I’ll call Emma back in the morning.” “I can take out the trash before I go to bed.” Your prospective memory helps you remember to act when “later” comes.