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Don’t Mistake Passion For ADHD

By Rory Stern | October 22, 2008

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ADHD has become such a popular “condition” in our society, that the term itself no longer really has the meaning it is supposed.  Here’s what I mean:

ADHD is NOW slang.  It’s now the catch-all for anyone who is not paying attention or who shows a little bit of passion or hyperactivity.

Don’t be fooled by these terms, and don’t fall for the label.

Watch This Short Video:

My daughter was in the shot with us, but she moved her out of frame. I guess someone in the family needs to be shy (some of the time). ;-)

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One Response to “Don’t Mistake Passion For ADHD”

  1. Kim Says:
    October 28th, 2008 at 8:00 am

    I agree on labels. I, too, am a very passionate person, as is my husband. My son, who is 15 is definitly ADHD but he shows great potential as he matures. I have found it necessary to define his befavior, which is not hyperactive, but hyper-impulsive, poorly thought out, easily distractible, poor focusing without medicine. It has helped them be more realistic in how they approach him. He is not able to function as ‘normal’ teens, I’ve reaised 2 others, but functions well within his structure with much guidance. He is ‘chock’ full of potential and that is what we stress with him. That his ADHD can be a blessing or a curse depending on if he lets it control him or he controls and focuses it towards his goals. His teen years have been tremendously challenging and I have struggled to learn as much as possible to help him. It is still a struggle, but we are beginning to see a dim light int he distance. As a person he is fun, charming, warm hearted and giving, athletic,and very smart in hands-on technologies. (Like his Dad) I agree, for some it’s a quick label, for others, like my son, it’s a necessity to help him get the help he needs so he can function like others. (It has not separated him from the group, it just high-lighted him to the teachers, counselors, etc.. who are then able to see him in a different light. Not as trouble, but as ‘a different approach needed’ to get the same outcome. ) Thanks.

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