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1) ADHD is not much known because everyone is not caring it and they reason it as lazy,playful.It cause they to blame their own kids.
2)no
3) Yes, because I understand their going though  a serious issue.. I'll will understand their behaviour and their life pattern.I will also support them.

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1)from my point of view ADHD is hard to find in most Malaysian because most of them don't know the symptoms of ADHD such as poor time management, trouble multitasking,restlessnes and furthermore and most of them considered it as a normal behaviour

2)No

3)after reading and watching the video I have better much understanding on ADHD and what people have to face in real time ,I definitely sympathise and will try my best to help others with this kind of situation by making them feel that they are no different then others

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1)because ADHD is a hard condition for people to recognised it. People also rather to see or feel it by theyself than reading something on newspaper. If this condition spread out among the people, they taught that ADHD isn’t a dangerous condition.

2) No

3) To be honest i before reading this article about ADHA, i dont even know what is ADHD was. Since then i do know a lot of new things about this condition like how do we know if someone have ADHD, what the side effects on long/short term, how to overcome and many more.

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1. ADHD is hard to recognize and most people who have ADHD will considered it as a habit or describe it as normal behaviour because the symptoms are forgetful, easily stressed etc.

2. Yes. My lecturer, madam Tya. She told that herself in last week's meet. The class just started so maybe me and my classmates can help her in every way to make her class run smoothly.

3. I never knew ADHD until I read the article. Personally, I hope they're doing fine and yes I will definitely see them with sympathy because of their condition. Eventhough I can't imagine how hard it would be for them, I still think it's very hard for me too if I had ADHD.

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1. From my point of view , psychological matters has never been taken seriously before. Therefore, ADHD itself is hard to be diagnosed. Parents are most likely to just assume that their kids are mischievous and naughty so, they tend to scold and discipline them rather than pay attention to their unique behaviours and asks for professional help.

2. Yes , I had a close friend who has ADHD, he is also mildly autistic. But, there’s nothing much that we had to cope or adjust because fortunately he himself was diagnosed by professionals and had it under control. He didn’t want us to treat him any different from everyone else. Also, we had a very positive environment when it comes to understanding other people’s personal issues . Despite his condition, he is very intelligent.

3. Sure , I do sympathise anyone who suffers with any disorders such as ADHD and I would always try my best to understand what they go through and help to ease their lives as much as I can . This is because I personally would never know how it feels so, I would never belittle anyone like our previous generation did and raise awareness towards ADHD.

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1. ADHD is not much known in Malaysia because not much is discussed about this topic. Schools as well as the media don't focus much on this topic because they think that it is not important. Other than that, some parents cannot accept the fact that their children have ADHD and just push it aside .Those who have ADHD are often mistaken for being naughty, unruly and undisciplined.

2. No I have not.

3. Yes I have a better understanding on ADHD and it's symptoms. I also sympathise more with people with ADHD as they are often misunderstood. I would definitely help those people who have ADHD.

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1. Why do you think ADHD is not much known in Malaysia?
-I think because our community in malaysia didn't take mental health as serious as they should. The media also didnt highlight this issues widely

2. Have you encountered someone diagnosed with ADHD / you think might have ADHD? If yes, how do cope with their condition and why do you treat them the way you do?
-I don't know for sure if i ever encountered someone with ADHD because i just knew this type of condition exist. But from my past experienced, i have several friend that may suffer from some of these symptoms. I always be a good listener to my friend and give them some advice if they want
3. After reading the article and watching the video, do you have a better understanding on ADHD and do you think you can sympathise more with people with ADHD?
-Yes, and these type of platform such as social media,newspaper and television should spread more information about ADHD as many of my fellow malaysian didnt even know about this type of condition. These kind of information may help them to fight ADHD and help them to get a better life

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1.From my preview, the ADHD  wasn’t much know in Malaysia because usually they didn’t know about this syndrome in their life and they don’t take as the serious syndrome in the life. Moreover, they think that this syndrome was a normal things in their life.

2.No

3.I got better understanding about ADHD syndrome that happen in our life. As the people that never know about this syndrome before, I might help them for become better in other time. Its really hard for someone that had this syndrome and we should change our thinking about the ADHD syndrome to make sure their life can going normally.

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1. I think ADHD is not much known in Malaysia due to lack of awareness. Most of Malaysian dont really care about their mental even though they are struggling with it. Most people in Malaysia also dont even bother to spread awareness about mental health and causes a lot of people that struggling with it got neglected. People also tend to say that people with ADHD is just making an excuse to be lazy. It sometimes can be really frustrating.

2. Honestly, I havent encountered someone who diagnosed with ADHD so far.

2. Yes and surprisingly most of the symptoms are related to me. I also learned a lot about ADHD and I respect them who are diagnosed with any kind of mental illness because its not easy to go through your day without any obstacles. I will definately help them who are in need without any second thoughts and try to spread awareness about it in any way that I can.

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1. I believe that ADHD is not known in Malaysia due to the lack of awareness and knowledge of what ADHD actually is. Most people in Malaysia (from my personal experience) tend to believe it is a disorder or an excuse without even educating themselves on it. Secondly, educational systems in Malaysia also lack studies regarding ADHD. As a result, locals in Malaysia aren't exposed with this common condition (thus, producing a in denial mindset of ADHD)

2. Personally, I haven't encountered anyone that was diagnosed with ADHD yet.

3. Yes, I definitely have a better understanding on ADHD now. To be frank, I knew ADHD merely based on the fact that their easily distracted. But, it is much more serious than that. After more exposure on ADHD, I definitely sympathies more with the people with ADHD. With the help of the article and video, I can face the fact that people with ADHD do not have it easy. The mentality in Malaysia that people have regarding ADHD should change for the better good.

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1. I suppose, the reason why ADHD seems unusual in Malaysia is because it is not being taught in the curriculum and is being neglected by the society. The reason why they’re not taking mental health seriously is because they don’t believe in such things (ugh, conservatives 🙄). I can assure you, if you were to tell them about having an ADHD or depression or anxiety, most of them wouldn’t even care about it and they would think that you’re just giving an excuse and you’re being lazy.

2. No I have not. But I’d be more than happy if I did.

3. Yes, that’s for sure. I’ve always known that for one to have a mental condition/illness doesn’t make them any different from the rest of us. I’ve got so much respect for these people and I truly admire them because no matter how difficult things may be, they’ll always find a way to deal with it.

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1.In my opinion ADHD is not much publicize in Malaysia because they didn't know the symptoms of ADHD such as impulsiveness, disorganization, poor time management, problem focusing on task, trouble multitasking, excessive activity or restleness and many more. Furthermore, some Malaysians are always quick to draw conclusions about a person's mindset. This demonstrates a negative attitude among Malaysians, as well as the fact that they are unconcerned about a person's changes.

2.No, I haven't encountered someone diagnosed with ADHD.

3.I do have a better understanding on ADHA after reading the article and watching the video and I believe we should empathise more with people who have ADHD since, as we all know, it is normally diagnosed when we are children, but it is also possible to have ADHD as adults. Moreover, ADHD is neither preventable nor curable. However, early detection of ADHD, as well as a good treatment and education plan, can help a kid or adult with ADHD manage their symptoms. As a result, we should constantly lend a helping hand to persons with ADHD.

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1. Because most of malaysians, they didn’t meet the psychologist to know about themselves unless they got a mental illness to be cure. So, they’ve never knew about this kind of condition.

2. No, I haven’t

3. This article and the video gave an exposure about ADHD. And obviously I haven’t heard about that before, so now I have understanding it.From my point of view, I think this condition is not what you should labelled yourself as a problematic person. But it make you realise that you’re different. And this is not a reason or an excuse for your failure. It is because you are lazy. If I met with someone who had the ADHD, I will support him or her and said “ It’s okay, you’re unique. I do know that you can be better. Everyone’s life are complicated. No one’s perfect”. And of course I will sympathise more with ADHD people and treat them differently because they are different.

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1.In my opinion,ADHD is not much known because the people in Malaysia doesn't take this symptom as a serious symptom.Therefore,they never look forward to get a checkup while itself already have an ADHD.

2.No

3.Of course, after understanding this ADHD thing, I have better understanding about these symptoms and i'll try to help others with ADHD. I will try to understand them and give some advice that I can give.

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1. In my opinion, ADHD in Malaysia are not much known by the general populace because there is not enough exposure toward mental illnesses. Not to mention the older generation perspective towards mental illnesses that treat it like it is non-existent and merely a reason for their children to be naughty.

2. No, I have not encountered anyone with ADHD as far as I could remember.

3. After reading the article, I can somewhat understand what people with ADHD have to live with throughout their live but I dare not say I fully understand their living situation as I have never been in their shoes. Despite my connotation, I definitely sympathise more with people that have ADHD. Being different from other people can make them the center of unwanted attention, plus difficulty to work and hardship to maintain a healthy relationship with people around them are honestly quite saddening. In conclusion, I feel for them and if someone with ADHD ever pass through the frame of my life, I would treat them just like I treat other people.

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1. The reasons why ADHD is not known in Malaysia because the goverment doesn't take it seriously and this is the result of unaware towards Malaysians.

2. No

3. Yeah I have better understanding on ADHD and it make me realise that's my responsibility to help those who has ADHD.
I'll try to understand what they truly feelings and give them some advise.

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1. ADHD is not much known in Malaysia because it is hard to identify it in children as they look like any other children. Also, most people in Malaysia consider mental disorders as a taboo, as a result most people do not refer to the psychiatrist if they experience any symptom of mental disorder. Therefore, ADHD is mostly overlooked in both children and adults.

2. No

3. Yes, because I understand how they have to implement ADHD into their lives and most probably have to cope other people's misconception about them. I sympathise with them more because of this disorder, they disrupt their ability to finish a job without easily getting distracted or being forgetful or being disorganized. Having ADHD might also affect their relationship with people. So, I feel sorry that they might feel frustrated with themselves when it's not their fault.

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Understanding ADHD (or ADD) in adults

Life can be a balancing act for any adult, but if you find yourself constantly late, disorganized, forgetful, and overwhelmed by your responsibilities, you may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), previously known as ADD. ADHD affects many adults, and its wide variety of frustrating symptoms can hinder everything from your relationships to your career.

While scientists aren't sure exactly what causes ADHD, they think it's likely caused by a combination of genes, environment, and slight differences in how the brain is hardwired. If you were diagnosed with childhood ADHD or ADD, chances are you've carried at least some of the symptoms into adulthood. But even if you were never diagnosed as a child, that doesn't mean ADHD can't affect you as an adult.

ADHD often goes unrecognized throughout childhood. This was especially common in the past, when very few people were aware of it. Instead of recognizing your symptoms and identifying the real issue, your family, teachers, or others may have labeled you as a dreamer, goof-off, slacker, troublemaker, or just a bad student. Alternately, you may have been able to compensate for the symptoms of ADHD when you were young, only to run into problems as your responsibilities increased as an adult. The more balls you're now trying to keep in the air-pursuing a career, raising a family, running a household-the greater the demand on your abilities to organize, focus, and remain calm. This can be challenging for anyone, but if you have ADHD, it can feel downright impossible.

The good news is that no matter how overwhelming it feels, the challenges of attention deficit disorder are beatable. With education, support, and a little creativity, you can learn to manage the symptoms of adult ADHD-even turning some of your weaknesses into strengths. It's never too late to turn the difficulties of adult ADHD around and start succeeding on your own terms.

Myths & Facts about Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults

Myth: ADHD is just a lack of willpower. People with ADHD focus well on things that interest them; they could focus on any other tasks if they really wanted to.

Fact: ADHD looks very much like a willpower problem, but it isn't. It's essentially a chemical problem in the management systems of the brain.

Myth: People with ADHD can never pay attention.

Fact: People with ADHD are often able to concentrate on activities they enjoy. But no matter how hard they try, they have trouble maintaining focus when the task at hand is boring or repetitive.

Myth: Everybody has the symptoms of ADHD, and anyone with adequate intelligence can overcome these difficulties.

Fact: ADHD affects people of all levels of intelligence. And although everyone sometimes has symptoms of ADHD, only those with chronic impairments from these symptoms warrant an ADHD diagnosis.

Myth: Someone can't have ADHD and also have depression, anxiety, or other psychiatric problems.

Fact: A person with ADHD is six times more likely to have another psychiatric or learning disorder than most other people. ADHD usually overlaps with other disorders.

Myth: Unless you have been diagnosed with ADHD or ADD as a child, you can't have it as an adult.

Fact: Many adults struggle all their lives with unrecognized ADHD symptoms. They haven't received help because they assumed that their chronic difficulties, like depression or anxiety, were caused by other impairments that did not respond to usual treatment.

Source: Dr. Thomas E. Brown, Attention Deficit Disorder: The Unfocused Mind in Children and Adults

Signs and symptoms of adult ADHD

In adults, attention deficit disorder often looks quite different than it does in children-and its symptoms are unique for each individual. The following categories highlight common symptoms of adult ADHD. Do your best to identify the areas where you experience difficulty. Once you pinpoint your most problematic symptoms, you can start implementing strategies for dealing with them.

Trouble concentrating and staying focused

"Attention deficit" can be a misleading label. Adults with ADHD are able to focus on tasks they find stimulating or engaging, but have difficulty staying focused on and attending to mundane tasks. You may become easily distracted by irrelevant sights and sounds, bounce from one activity to another, or become bored quickly. Symptoms in this category are sometimes overlooked because they are less outwardly disruptive than the ADHD symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity-but they can be every bit as troublesome:

Becoming easily distracted by low-priority activities or external events that others tend to ignore.

Having so many simultaneous thoughts that it's difficult to follow just one.

Difficulty paying attention or focusing, such as when reading or listening to others.

Frequently daydreaming or "zoning out" without realizing it, even in the middle of a conversation.

Struggling to complete tasks, even ones that seem simple.

A tendency to overlook details, leading to errors or incomplete work.

Poor listening skills; for example, having a hard time remembering conversations and following directions.

Getting quickly bored and seeking out new stimulating experiences.

Hyperfocus: the other side of the coin

While you're probably aware that people with ADHD have trouble focusing on tasks that aren't interesting to them, you may not know that there's another side: a tendency to become absorbed in tasks that are stimulating and rewarding. This paradoxical symptom is called hyperfocus.

Hyperfocus is actually a coping mechanism for distraction-a way of tuning out the chaos. It can be so strong that you become oblivious to everything that's happening around you. For example, you may be so engrossed in a book, a TV show, or your computer that you completely lose track of time and neglect your responsibilities. Hyperfocus can be an asset when channeled into productive activities, but it can also lead to work and relationship problems if left unchecked.

Disorganization and forgetfulness symptoms

When you have adult ADHD, life often seems chaotic and out of control. Staying organized and on top of things can be extremely challenging-as is sorting out what information is relevant for the task at hand, prioritizing your to-do list, keeping track of tasks and responsibilities, and managing your time. Common symptoms of disorganization and forgetfulness include:

Poor organizational skills (home, office, desk, or car is extremely messy and cluttered)

Tendency to procrastinate

Trouble starting and finishing projects

Chronic lateness

Frequently forgetting appointments, commitments, deadlines

Constantly losing or misplacing things (keys, wallet, phone, documents, bills).

Underestimating the time it will take to complete tasks.

Impulsivity symptoms

If you suffer from symptoms in this category, you may have trouble inhibiting your behaviors, comments, and responses. You might act before thinking, or react without considering consequences. You may find yourself interrupting others, blurting out comments, and rushing through tasks without reading instructions. If you have impulse problems, staying patient is extremely difficult. For better or for worse, you may dive headlong into situations and find yourself in potentially risky circumstances. Symptoms include:

Frequently interrupting others or talking over them

Poor self-control, addictive tendencies

Blurting out thoughts that are rude or inappropriate without thinking

Acting recklessly or spontaneously without regard for consequences

Trouble behaving in socially appropriate ways (such as sitting still during a long meeting)

Emotional symptoms

Many adults with ADHD have a hard time managing their feelings, especially when it comes to emotions like anger or frustration. Common emotional symptoms of adult ADHD include:

Being easily flustered and stressed out

Irritability or short, often explosive, temper

Low self-esteem and sense of insecurity or underachievement

Trouble staying motivated

Hypersensitivity to criticism

Hyperactivity or restlessness in adult ADHD

Hyperactivity in adults with ADHD may appear the same as it does in kids. You may be highly energetic and perpetually "on the go" as if driven by a motor. For many people with ADHD, however, the symptoms of hyperactivity become more subtle and internal as they grow older. Common symptoms of hyperactivity in adults include:

Feelings of inner restlessness, agitation, racing thoughts

Getting bored easily, craving excitement, tendency to take risks

Talking excessively, doing a million things at once

Trouble sitting still, constant fidgeting

You don't have to be hyperactive to have ADHD

Adults with ADHD are much less likely to show hyperactivity than their younger counterparts. Only a small slice of adults with ADHD, in fact, suffer from prominent symptoms of hyperactivity. Remember that names can be deceiving and you may very well have ADHD if you have one or more of the symptoms above-even if you lack hyperactivity.

ADHD in women

Women often go undiagnosed or receive misdiagnoses due to the differences in symptoms from men. Symptoms of ADHD in women are more likely to show up as inattentiveness, rather than hyperactivity or impulsiveness. If you're a woman with ADHD, you might struggle staying organized or focused at home or work. You may have a hard time remembering appointments, for example, feel like you're always running late, or underestimate the amount of time you need to complete a task.

Women also tend to be better than men at hiding ADHD symptoms. So you may be used to disguising your inattentiveness, or rely on tools to make up for poor organization or time-management skills. While this can be helpful in some ways, it can also make a diagnosis more difficult. In the absence of a diagnosis, you may question why staying organized and focused seems so difficult for you. You may also doubt your competency or struggle with low self-esteem and confidence. In fact, women with ADHD are more likely to also experience anxiety and depression.

Effects of adult ADHD

If you are just discovering you have adult ADHD, chances are you've suffered over the years due to the unrecognized problem. You may feel like you've been struggling to keep your head above water, overwhelmed by the constant stress caused by procrastination, disorganization, and handling demands at the last minute. People may have labeled you "lazy," "irresponsible," or "stupid" because of your forgetfulness or difficulty completing certain tasks, and you may have begun to think of yourself in these negative terms as well.

ADHD that is undiagnosed and untreated can have wide-reaching effects and cause problems in virtually every area of your life.

Physical and mental health problems. The symptoms of ADHD can contribute to a variety of health problems, including compulsive eating, substance abuse, anxiety, chronic stress and tension, and low self-esteem. You may also run into trouble due to neglecting important check-ups, skipping doctor appointments, ignoring medical instructions, and forgetting to take vital medications.

Work and financial difficulties. Adults with ADHD often experience career difficulties and feel a strong sense of underachievement. You may have trouble keeping a job, following corporate rules, meeting deadlines, and sticking to a 9-to-5 routine. Managing finances may also pose a problem: you may struggle with unpaid bills, lost paperwork, late fees, or debt due to impulsive spending.

Relationship problems. The symptoms of ADHD can put a strain on your work, love, and family relationships. You may be fed up with constant nagging from loved ones to tidy up, listen more closely, or get organized. Those close to you, on the other hand, may feel hurt and resentful over your perceived "irresponsibility" or "insensitivity."

The wide-reaching effects of ADHD can lead to embarrassment, frustration, hopelessness, disappointment, and loss of confidence. You may feel like you'll never be able to get your life under control or fulfill your potential. That's why a diagnosis of adult ADHD can be an enormous source of relief and hope. It helps you understand what you're up against for the first time and realize that you're not to blame. The difficulties you've experienced stem from attention deficit disorder-they are not a result of personal weakness or a character flaw.

Adult ADHD doesn't have to hold you back

When you have ADHD, it's easy to end up thinking that there's something wrong with you. But it's okay to be different. ADHD isn't an indicator of intelligence or capability. You may experience more difficulty in certain areas, but that doesn't mean you can't find your niche and achieve success. The key is to discover your strengths and capitalize on them.

It can be helpful to think about attention deficit disorder as a collection of traits that are both positive and negative-just like any other set of qualities you might possess. Along with the impulsivity and disorganization of ADHD, for example, often come incredible creativity, passion, energy, out-of-the-box thinking, and a constant flow of original ideas. Figure out your strengths and set up your environment in a way that supports them.

Self-help for adult ADHD

Armed with an understanding of ADHD's challenges and the help of structured strategies, you can make real changes in your life. Many adults with attention deficit disorder have found meaningful ways to manage their symptoms, take advantage of their gifts, and lead productive and satisfying lives. You don't necessarily need outside intervention-at least not right away. There is a lot you can do to help yourself and get your symptoms under control.

Exercise and eat healthfully. Exercise vigorously and regularly-it helps work off excess energy and aggression in a positive way while soothing and calming the body. Eat a wide variety of healthy foods and limit sugary foods in order to even out mood swings.

Get plenty of sleep. When you're tired, it's even more difficult to focus, manage stress, stay productive, and keep on top of your responsibilities. Support yourself by turning off screens at least one hour before bed and getting between 7-9 hours of sleep every night.

Practice better time management. Set deadlines for everything, even for seemingly small tasks. Use timers and alarms to stay on track. Take breaks at regular intervals. Avoid piles of paperwork or procrastination by dealing with each item as it comes in. Prioritize time-sensitive tasks and write down every assignment, message, or important thought.

Work on your relationships. Schedule activities with friends and keep your engagements. Stay vigilant in conversation and online communication: listen when others are speaking and try not to speak (or text or email) too quickly yourself. Cultivate relationships with people who are sympathetic and understanding of your struggles with ADHD.

Create a supportive work environment. Make frequent use of lists, color-coding, reminders, notes-to-self, rituals, and files. If possible, choose work that motivates and interests you. Notice how and when you work best and apply these conditions to your working environment as best you can. It can help to team up with less creative, more organized people-a partnership that can be mutually beneficial.

Practice mindfulness. While difficult for some people with ADHD to even contemplate, regular mindfulness meditation can help you calm your busy mind and gain more control over your emotions. Try meditating for a short period and increase the time as you become more comfortable with the process.

Blame the ADHD, not yourself. Adults diagnosed with ADHD often blame themselves for their problems or view themselves in a negative light. This can lead to self-esteem issues, anxiety, or depression. But it's not your fault that you have ADHD and while you can't control how you're wired, you can take steps to compensate for your weaknesses and learn to flourish in all areas of your life.

When to seek outside help for adult ADHD

If the symptoms of ADHD are still getting in the way of your life, despite self-help efforts to manage them, it may be time to seek outside support. Adults with ADHD can benefit from a number of treatments, including behavioral coaching, individual therapy, self-help groups, vocational counseling, educational assistance, and medication.

Treatment for adults with attention deficit disorder, like treatment for kids, should involve a team of professionals, along with the person's family members and spouse.

Professionals trained in ADHD can help you control impulsive behaviors, manage your time and money, get and stay organized, boost productivity at home and work, manage stress and anger, and communicate more clearly.

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