The ADHD Adults Podcast Episode 28: Pay Attention! Symptoms of inattentive ADHD
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May 16, 2022 AI Snips
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ADHD and Attention
- ADHD doesn't mean a deficit of attention, but difficulty choosing what to focus on.
- Adults need five of nine inattentive symptoms for diagnosis.
James's Surprise Diagnosis
- James Brown was unaware of his attention span issues before diagnosis.
- He was surprised by his inattentiveness, thinking he was normal.
Alex's Early Struggles
- Alex Conner always struggled with inattention, feeling shame.
- His upbringing in a fast-paced, banter-filled family masked some issues.