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ADHD is short for Attention Deficit HyperActivity Disorder. this disorder is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children and even adults.
ADHD is a chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. ADHD often begins in childhood and can persist into adulthood. It may contribute to low self-esteem, troubled relationships, and difficulty at school or work.

Symptoms include limited attention and hyperactivity. ADHD has nine main symptoms. these include being unable to sit still, especially in calm or quiet surroundings, constantly fidgeting, being unable to concentrate on tasks, excessive physical movement, excessive talking, being unable to wait their turn, acting without thinking, interrupting conversations,  And, little or no sense of danger.

ADHD can cause kids in school to fidget around in their seats and talk whenever they feel like it even when not being spoken to, and do anything that keeps them moving like clicking a pen, and standing out of their seat randomly, and talking if it is feeling too quiet. They can tend to zone out because of the focus that they lack to stay on task and actually do what they were supposed to. This can cause bad testing and memory of what they learn in class. these traits could also tend to get them in some trouble because of talking out of turn or moving around when they are supposed to be seated.

Though, this disorder can take a toll on people's lives, it can be treated. ADHD can be changed a lot over time, though rarely fully disappearing. This disorder can be worked through in a way that can make kids lives easier for them, as long as they have a support system of people who know what makes them think differently and what may help them to do better and work with what they have.

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Feb 26, 2016 - Brain Balance Center of Greater Philly shares an inside look at ADHD. Click on the social media buttons below to share these awesome visuals!

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ADHD symptoms in girls often look different than in boys and can go unrecognized. Here are 20 signs to help you identify ADHD in girls so you can seek help.

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How do brains differ from ADHD to without ADHD?
This video is different than others because it compares how the brains of those with ADHD are different than those without. for example, those with ADhD have been shown to have a lack of motivation , willpower, or have had bad parenting. Also Researchers reported that people with ADHD had smaller brain volume in five areas, and their total brain size was smaller, too. people with ADHD also tend to mature their brains at a much slower pace than those without.

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder. This means there are differences in the ADHD brain that affect a child's development. ADHD does not influence intelligence. It does, however, affect a person's ability to regulate attention and emotions, and it results in hyperactivity and impulsivity as well as organization problems.

Differences in the ADHD Brain

ADHD is a condition that comes under a lot of scrutiny. Naysayers question if it is real or say it is caused by lack of motivation, willpower, or bad parenting-none of which is true. However, if you or your child has ADHD, you can feel vulnerable to these comments.

Knowing that there are biological differences in the ADHD brain-compared to the brain of a person who does not have ADHD-can be validating for someone dealing with the condition, as it provides additional evidence of the realities of ADHD.

The differences can be divided into three areas: structure, function, and chemistry.

Brain Structure

For many years, research showed there were clear structural differences in the ADHD brain. The largest review ever of ADHD patient brain scans was carried out at Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre and published in 2018.

Researchers reported that people with ADHD had smaller brain volume in five subcortical areas, and their total brain size was smaller, too. These differences were greater in children and less in adults.﻿﻿

Parts of the ADHD brain mature at a slower pace (approximately one to three years) and never reach the maturity of a person who does not have ADHD.

Another interesting finding was that the amygdala and hippocampus are smaller in the brains of people with ADHD. These areas are responsible for emotional processing and impulsivity and had previously not been definitively connected to ADHD.﻿﻿

Brain Function

There are several types of brain imaging techniques that allow researchers to study how the ADHD brain operates and functions. These include:

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)

Positron emission tomography (PET)

Single-photon emission computer tomography (SPECT)

There are alterations in blood flow to various areas of the brains in people with ADHD compared to people who do not have ADHD, including decreased blood flow to certain prefrontal areas.﻿﻿ Decreased blood flow indicates decreased brain activity.

The prefrontal area of the brain houses the executive functions and they are responsible for many tasks including planning, organizing, paying attention, remembering, and emotional reactions.

Evidence also suggests that ADHD may be related to dysfunctional brain connectivity. Research using resting-state MRIs suggests that individuals with ADHD may have increased functional connectivity in certain regions of the brain.﻿﻿

One study published in 2010 found that children with ADHD do not have the same connections between the frontal cortex of the brain and the visual processing area.﻿﻿ This suggests that the ADHD brain processes information differently than a non-ADHD brain.

Brain Chemistry

The brain is a busy communication network where messages are relayed from one neuron (brain cell) to the next. There is a gap between neurons, which is called a synapse. In order for the message to be passed along, the synapse needs to be filled with a neurotransmitter. Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers, and each one is responsible for different functions.

The key neurotransmitters for ADHD are dopamine and noradrenaline. In the ADHD brain, there is dysregulation of the dopamine system.﻿﻿ For example, there is either too little dopamine, not enough receptors for it, or the dopamine is not being used efficiently.

Stimulant medications help ADHD because they encourage more dopamine to be produced or keep dopamine in the synapses longer.

Brain scans cannot be used to diagnose ADHD. There is no objective test to diagnose ADHD. The diagnosis of ADHD requires a full evaluation by a qualified doctor, psychologist, or psychiatrist. Diagnosis includes:

An in-depth interview with the patient

A review of school reports and medical history

Tests to measure attention, distractibility, and memory.

While PET and fMRI scans can be useful for research, they really only give an insight into how the brain is functioning at the moment the test was performed. Brain scans do not take into account how the brain operates in different situations, in the way a clinical test can during a detailed interview.

In addition, the scan data that has been studied is generally based on group averages, and may not apply to any particular individual. The results have not been normed, which is when large quantities of data are gathered and compared.

By Jacqueline Sinfield
Jacqueline Sinfield is an ADHD coach, and the author of "Untapped Brilliance, How to Reach Your Full Potential As An Adult With ADHD."

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder. This means there are differences in the ADHD brain that affect a child's development. ADHD does not influence intelligence. It does, however, affect a person's ability to regulate attention and emotions, and it results in hyperactivity and impulsivity as well as organization problems. ADHD is a condition that comes under a lot of scrutiny.

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Is it possible to outgrow ADHD?
this video is different than the others because it is talking about growing out of ADHD. this video is suggesting some reasons why ADHD for some might change over time while others while others might never change at all. It also suggest though, that people with ADHd though their ADHD might change over time, it rarely actually goes away.

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It was once thought that children simply outgrow ADHD as they develop, mature, and age. We now know that although ADHD begins in childhood, troubling symptoms can continue into adolescence and beyond-throughout a person's life. While some kids may seem to outgrow the disorder (or no longer have symptoms that result in impairment), in most cases kids with ADHD grow up to be adults with ADHD.﻿﻿

Though ADHD is chronic in nature, symptoms may certainly present in differing ways as a person moves through life stages. These symptoms may even diminish as that person grows older-for example, ​ hyperactivity and fidgetiness may decrease with age.﻿﻿ Certainly, teens and adults whose ADHD has been addressed over the years will have a range of resources and strategies to turn to when ADHD symptoms become problematic.

ADHD Persists Into Adulthood

Research suggests that while symptoms may change as people grow older, people who have ADHD in childhood are often still affected by the condition in adulthood. In one study that followed children diagnosed with ADHD into adulthood, researchers found that:﻿﻿﻿

29% of people diagnosed in childhood had ADHD symptoms as adults.

81% of those with adult ADHD also had at least one other psychiatric condition.

Common co-occurring disorders that were seen in adulthood included substance use disorders, anxiety, and depression.

Of all the children who took part in the study, only 37.5% were free of symptoms or negative outcomes in adulthood. The results also indicated that the participants also had higher rates of incarceration and suicide as adults.

Diagnosed at a Later Age

Many people with ADHD may not be diagnosed until their teenage or adult years. This is particularly true of those with predominately inattentive symptoms, which are less disruptive and less overt as compared to impulsive/hyperactive symptoms.﻿﻿

Girls and women, in particular, are more likely to experience the inattentive type of ADHD. This often means that they are diagnosed later in life. Research suggests that because these symptoms are less noticeable, girls develop coping strategies to help hide their symptoms.﻿﻿

Though the person may have successfully managed symptoms in childhood, the teenage and adult years bring on increased demands for sustained attention, planning, organization, and self-management that can make coping with ADHD more and more difficult.

Teens With ADHD

Teens with untreated ADHD have few tools and resources for managing their symptoms. As a result, they are more likely than their typical peers to have difficulty juggling multiple classes and extra-curricular activities.

Like other teens, teens with ADHD are separating from family and becoming more independent-but with fewer internal restraints, teens with ADHD are more likely to get involved in risky behavior.﻿﻿ All these challenges can lead to injury and/or lowered self-esteem.

Adults With ADHD

Researchers have also found that structural differences in the brain persist into adulthood, even in cases where people previously diagnosed with ADHD no longer met the diagnostic criteria for the condition.﻿﻿ Such findings suggest that while ADHD symptoms may become less apparent as someone grows older, they may still experience a variety of neurological differences that can influence behavior in a variety of ways.

Symptoms in adulthood can be more varied and present in more subtle ways-some examples include:

Disorganization

Impulsive decision making

Internal restlessness

Wandering attention

Procrastination

Though symptoms may be less visible, they can be just as impairing. For example, adults with ADHD may have difficulty managing tasks at work or may respond impulsively in situations that require self-restraint and tact.﻿﻿ This can lead to more frequent job changes or unemployment. They may also have a difficult time maintaining long-term friendships and romantic relationships.

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Do Kids With ADHD Become Adults With ADHD?

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It was once thought that children simply outgrow ADHD as they develop, mature, and age. We now know that although ADHD begins in childhood, troubling symptoms can continue into adolescence and beyond-throughout a person's life.

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how is ADHD noticed early on and different in girls rather than boys?
this video is different than the others because it describes to us, the differences in ADHD between the girls and the boys. for example, boys are twice as likely than girls to be diagnosed with ADHD, especially earlier on in life.

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Attention deficit hyperactive disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of children worldwide and often continues into adulthood.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) note that, in 2016, 9.4 percent of 2 to 17-year-olds in the United States had received a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactive disorder ( ADHD) at some time.

This included 14.5 percent of 5 to 17 year-old boys between 2014 and 2016 and 6.5 percent of 5 to 17-year-old girls. In other words, boys are more than twice as likely as girls to receive a diagnosis of ADHD.

This has led to a mistaken belief among many that ADHD is a "boys' disorder" that rarely occurs in girls.

According to the Child Mind Institute, girls may remain without a diagnosis because their symptoms are often different from boys and do not tick the more obvious signs and symptoms boxes.

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A girl with ADHD is more likely to have a attention deficit problems than hyperactivity.

There are three types of ADHD:

Inattentive only: The person has difficulty paying attention but does not tend to be disruptive.

Hyperactive and impulsive: The person may be able to focus well, but their hyperactive and impulsive behavior can cause disruption in a classroom, for example.

Combined inattentive, hyperactive and impulsive: The person has all the above symptoms.

The main signs and symptoms of ADHD can apply to both boys and girls, but according to some studies, girls are more likely to have the inattentive form.

Any symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity that girls do experience will present differently to how they present in boys.

The following symptoms are particularly likely to affect girls:

Inattention: Girls with ADHD may find it hard to concentrate. They may be unable to focus for long enough to complete a task at home or school. However, if they find something interesting, they may be wholly absorbed by it.

Distractibility: Girls with ADHD may be easily distracted by what is happening outside, or by their own thoughts.

Hyperactivity: Some girls with ADHD tend to move around and fidget, like boys, but others are quieter in their movements. They may fidget, shuffle in their chairs, or doodle.

Impulsivity: Girls may experience strong emotions, and this may leave them unable to slow down or to think about what they say. It can be hard for them to know what is and is not socially appropriate, and this can lead to difficulties in making and keeping friends.

Executive malfunctions: Organizational skills may pose a challenge. Girls with ADHD may have poor time management skills, and they may find it hard to follow multi-step directions or complete a task. They may often lose items, such as a phone or important papers.

A review of studies published in 2014 suggests that women and girls with ADHD are more likely to have internal symptoms that are not visible to others. They may also develop better coping strategies than boys with the same condition. As a result, teachers, pediatricians and others who would typically notice the signs of ADHD in a boy often miss them when observing girls.

How symptoms change over time

If a girl has ADHD but does not receive a diagnosis until adulthood, she may be at risk of developing other conditions or facing other challenges, such as:

having low self-esteem

developing coping strategies driven by unregulated emotion instead of problem-solving logic

tending to attribute success and difficulties to external factors, such as luck or chance, instead of seeing their own actions as responsible

having high levels of stress

developing an anxiety disorder

experiencing depression

Dr. Ellen Littman, co-author of Understanding Girls with ADHD, says that if a girl with ADHD does not receive a diagnosis or have treatment as she enters adolescence and young adulthood, she will almost inevitably encounter a "range of adjustment problems."

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Girls with ADHD can experience low self esteem and they might find it harder to achieve their full potential.

ADHD may have associations with one or more additional disorders, such as:

Women with ADHD are more likely to engage in high-risk sexual behavior and to develop substance addiction, according to Dr. Littman.

Other problems that girls and women with ADHD may experience include:

chronic stress

a higher risk of stress-related diseases such as fibromyalgia, a disorder that causes tiredness and pain

low self esteem

underachievement

anxiety and depression

These factors can lead to work and relationship problems and underachievement in various aspects of life.

Early signs of ADHD in girls include the following:

difficulty keeping track of school assignments and deadlines, even if they are making a great effort to stay organized

regularly running late, despite efforts to keep on schedule

appearing to "daydream" and therefore missing out on information in class or other situations

jumping from one topic of conversation to another without warning

frequently interrupting people when they are talking

being inattentive at school and home

forgetting what they have just read or what another person has just said

Some factors that may increase the risk of developing ADHD include:

someone in their biological family having ADHD or another mental health disorder

maternal drug use or smoking during pregnancy

premature birth

maternal exposure to environmental poisons during pregnancy

environmental toxins

certain food additives in the diet

Boys are more likely than girls to receive a diagnosis of ADHD, but this may be because the condition often presents differently in girls.

The symptoms may be less obvious, and they may not fit the common stereotypes associated with ADHD.

Research indicates that while most boys with ADHD tend to express their frustration physically and verbally, girls are more likely to internalize their anger and pain.

Research conducted by Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, author of The ADHD Explosion, concludes that girls with combined-type ADHD (hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive) are significantly more likely to self-harm or attempt suicide.

However, around 40 percent of girls outgrow their hyperactive and impulsive symptoms in adolescence.

In this video, Dr. Hinshaw talks about how the stigma of ADHD can affect girls and the importance of seeking treatment.

If a parent or other caregivers think that a girl has ADHD, they should consult a pediatrician, family doctor, or pediatric nurse practitioner.

Some pediatricians have specialist training in behavior and development, and many have at least a particular interest in the area. Other specialists include child psychiatrists, psychologists, and occupational therapists.

Other useful contacts include:

officials at the child's school

a local parent-support group

A doctor may prescribe medication, psychotherapy, or both. However, parents and other caregivers can also encourage the girl to manage her ADHD by:

encouraging her to exercise or play a team sport

providing regular opportunities to spend time outdoors and in nature

learning more about nutrition and how eating habits affect ADHD symptoms

encouraging rest and sleep

establishing simple and predictable routines for meals, homework, play, and bed

acknowledging and rewarding small achievements

exploring professional treatment options

reading relevant research, books, or articles

finding suitable group behavioral therapy

supporting time management by setting an alarm clock to time activities and deadlines

As the girl enters adolescence and becomes more independent, she may need support to help her regulate her own behavior.

This may include:

understanding and accepting her challenges instead of judging and blaming herself

identifying the sources of stress in daily life and making changes to lower stress levels

simplifying her schedule as much as possible

learning to ask clearly for structure and support from family and friends

scheduling daily "time out" for herself

developing healthy self-care habits, such as cooking nutritious meals

going to bed at a regular hour to ensure there is enough time to sleep

focusing on the things and activities she loves and prioritizing those things

ADHD can be challenging to diagnose, partly because some other conditions may have similar or overlapping symptoms.

These include:

It may be necessary to rule out these conditions before diagnosing ADHD.

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ADHD in girls: Symptoms, early warning signs, and complications

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Attention deficit hyperactive disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of children worldwide and often continues into adulthood. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) note that, in 2016, 9.4 percent of 2 to 17-year-olds in the United States had received a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactive disorder ( ADHD) at some time.

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This video is different than some of the others because it is talking about the myths that are told about ADHD and why they are wrong. For example, people with ADHD can ever focus. also, all aDhD kids are hyperactive. These are both myths as ADHD is not just being hyperactive but struggling to focus on certain thoughts or a task other ADHD kids can be very hyperactive but do not struggle to focus.

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What causes ADHD? Here, we separate fact from fiction about the causes of ADHD.

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What is it like to have ADHD?
This video describes a lot of the traits that kids with ADHD will likely posess, and is instead of told by someone with ADHD is instead through research and what others know of it making it different than the other description of how it is to have ADHD by a boy with aDHD himself.

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How is ADHD linked to screen time for children?
This video is different than others because it dives into certain causes for ADHD, specifically screen time. For example Researchers found by the age of 5, children who spent two hours or more per day, looking at screens, were 7.7 times more likely to meet criteria for ADHD, than children who watched screens for 30 minutes or less each day.

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Preschooler Screen Time Linked to Attention Problems

Parents of preschoolers know it's challenging to keep their kids from watching screens all day long. Now, a recent study shows the more screen time little ones get, the more problems they have paying attention.

CLEVELAND - Parents of preschoolers know the challenges of keeping their kids from watching screens all day long.

Now, a recent study shows the more screen time little ones get, the more problems they have paying attention.

The study looked at data on more than 2,000 children.

Researchers found by age 5, children who spent two hours or more per day, looking at screens, were 7.7 times more likely to meet criteria for a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, than children who watched screens for 30 minutes or less each day.

Cleveland Clinic Children's Michael Manos, Ph.D., did not take part in the study, but said for many kids, screens become a solution for boredom.

"Screen time is highly engaging, and children who have not learned to manage their own boredom and rely on screen time to assist them, are more prone to show difficulties with managing attention themselves," he said.

Dr. Manos said it's difficult to know whether the attention problems, shown in the study, were a result of actually engaging in screen time, or whether the screen time was keeping kids from other social activities.

He said children need to be able to communicate with the world around them, and if a child is spending hours on end looking at a screen - the screen does not interact like a human being - and kids are missing out on important skills.

"Being able to interact and learn the skills associated with talking to other children, initiating play with other children, and engaged in cooperative play with other children is absolutely essential," said Dr. Manos.

Dr. Manos admits, easy access to screens makes it difficult for children to avoid them all together.

He suggests parents watch videos with their children, which allows them to participate in the activity together, and help their children build important skills.

Complete results of the study can be found in .

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Preschooler Screen Time Linked to Attention Problems

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CLEVELAND - Parents of preschoolers know the challenges of keeping their kids from watching screens all day long. Now, a recent study shows the more screen time little ones get, the more problems they have paying attention. The study looked at data on more than 2,000 children.

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Through the eyes of someone with ADHD
this video differs a bit from the others because this is through the eyes of someone with ADHD and hearing from the kid themself about what it is like instead of doctors or others who just know about it. This tells us some of the experiences that kids with ADHD will likely struggle with .

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Brad is an extremely bright, creative 12 year-old who loves building things, playing in his treehouse and making movies. He is also diagnosed with ADHD. ©Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.

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What is it like for children who have ADHD?
This video is different than some others because it is more in the point of the child who has ADHD. It describes not only the traits that they have, but how some can come into play in other situations than other traits like squirming around in one type of seat in comparison to another seat.

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ADHD symptoms shown during school
This video describes how it can be for children with ADHD when in a school. it described the different traits they might possess in a classroom and what might also trigger these actions, like being in a chair they cant move around in may bother them and make them antsy so they feel the need to stand up or squirm around alot in the seat. Another example is if the room feels very quiet they might feel the need to make loud noises or start talking.

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What really is ADHD

This video describes many of the traits kids with ADHD may posses and how these can come into play in different types of situations. It also describes the different types of ADHD that there are and ways to spot early on, a kid who may have ADHD.

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can make things like concentration, organization, and impulse control difficult to manage.

It's not always easy to diagnose ADHD, and there are many misconceptions about the condition. But there are people who are actively working to change perceptions about ADHD.

We chose the year's best ADHD videos based on their commitment to educating, inspiring, and empowering viewers about this condition.

In this 15-minute video, YouTuber Eli Murphy uses a mixture of animations and his own personal narratives.

He shows just how ADHD and judgment of ADHD by those around him have affected his life - for better or for worse - and why he thinks ADHD isn't all that different from what's considered "normal."

This episode from the popular series "SciShow Psych" helps break down the misconception that "only boys get ADHD."

It also discusses how it can be dangerous both physically and mentally to neglect the lives and behaviors of women and girls with ADHD because of the societal expectations that each of these genders are expected to live up to.

This masterfully edited, intentionally low-budget 6-minute video from YouTuber Stacey Michelle takes a quick, comical approach to the challenges of being Black and having ADHD. It focuses on the positive intersections of identity while also being real about the obstacles that you might face.

This 10-minute video doesn't pull any punches. "Being a Black Woman with ADHD" gets real about how the lived experience with ADHD can be drastically different - and often misunderstood - for black women than what's typically diagnosed for people of other races and genders.

This video gives you 10 "life hacks" in less than 6 minutes to make your life a little bit easier in case you forget or lose focus on something important like your car keys or your phone. Check out more on Instagram.

Working from home can be incredibly challenging (but nowadays, absolutely necessary in some cases) if you have ADHD. But How to ADHD gives you some tips to make sure you stay focused and productive if you don't have the usual structures around you to motivate you at work. Learn more on their Facebook page.

ASMR can be helpful for many things, and ADHD is one of them. This 22-minute fast-whisper video from Liv Unbound can help you relax and regain your focus if you're having difficulty, whether you have ADHD, have an overactive mind, or have a lot on your to-do list. Check out more on Instagram.

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can make things like concentration, organization, and impulse control difficult to manage. It's not always easy to diagnose ADHD, and there are many misconceptions about the condition. But there are people who are actively working to change perceptions about ADHD.