Myths and Facts about ADHD
When we think of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), we often imagine a child who is bouncing off the walls, who is unable to sit still, who struggles to listen, and overall behaves poorly. While this is sometimes the situation, there are lots of common misconceptions about ADHD and those who experience it. Below will be listed the myths followed by the facts. Myth: ADHD only occurs in those who are assigned male at birth. Fact: ADHD was originally only studied in Cisgender, white, middle-class males. This means that people outside this demographic might struggle to receive an official diagnosis. Myth: ADHD is just an excuse for people who are lazy. Fact: ADHD is a diagnosis that involves complex changes to brain chemistry that affects a person’s ability to regulate effort. This means that people will often struggle with executive functioning. This is our basic ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner. M...