Many ADHD-Doubters Still Exist

People With ADHD Cannot Cure Themselves by Trying Harder

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5. People With ADHD Cannot Cure Themselves by Trying Harder

Some people think that telling someone to “calm down and pay attention” will fix their symptoms miraculously. Trying to force someone with ADHD to sit still and stay focused will not achieve anything. It’s like ordering someone on crutches to run a marathon — impractical and unhelpful.

Contrary to belief, medications for ADHD do not "calm people down." In reality, many medications used for ADHD are stimulants. Commonly, people with ADHD have underactive or underdeveloped brain management systems. Helpful medications boost alertness and improve communication in the brain’s management system.

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