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Evolutionary Advantage of ADHD Traits
- ADHD traits, like impulsivity and distractibility, might have been evolutionarily advantageous.
- These traits could have helped hunter-gatherers adapt to changing environments and notice critical details.
James's Reflection on ADHD and Evolution
- James Brown read studies suggesting ADHD-related genes haven't been positively selected, but are reducing.
- He likes the idea of traits being useful, but full-blown ADHD with rejection sensitivity would have been detrimental historically.
Sam's Skepticism about the Hunter-Gatherer Theory
- Sam Brown expresses skepticism about the hunter-gatherer theory, finding it unlikely ADHD was advantageous.
- She struggles with everyday tasks and believes hunting would be overwhelming with ADHD.