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Probably true, but 'twice exceptional' is the established term that describes what you are saying [1]. For example, someone who has 'genius' IQ (of 98th percentile) along with an u…

This speaks to a common commment about ADHD. Where is the border between a 'personality trait' and a disorder? The condition is usually defined by having an impairment in at least …

There is pretty solid evidence that ADHD is grounded in differences in structure and wiring of the brain - its more of a hardware problem than software. I'm not sure ADHD would hav…

I relate to many of your experiances. It is unfortunate there is such as stigma around the condition and medication that inhibits people from getting help.

I would further polish your desription - and call it a disorder of mismatched motivation. People with ADHD can motivate just fine on things that stimulate them - and have even repo…

Actually, it is split. There are three types of ADHD - predominantly hyperactive-impulsive (PH), predominantly inattentive (PI), and combined (C). There is also Sluggish Cognitive …

I've found the opposite. About 6 months ago, I began to suspect I had ADHD. I went for help, and was diagnosed about a month ago. I haven't used it as an excuse, on the contrary I …

What are the advantages?