How does the traditional educational system treat students with ADHD?

Imagine a 5 year old first grader with ADHD . . .

Ok that’a bit depressing. It gets weirder – now, imagine a teenager with ADHD . . .

So social skills kind of die for a lot of kids with ADHD. This has an impact on their ability to get an internship, a job, and form close bonds.

Then, there’s a weird side-effect that people often ignore . . .

What is a “dopamine deficit” and how does it influence individuals with ADHD?

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How do I get myself to do boring things?

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Ok – so there’s charging up on dopamine – but that means I have to set aside times for something fun AND for the boring activity.

What if I’m on a deadline?

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As a physicist, sudden, nonlinear ADHD thoughts can be an advantage. Why?

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