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How Well Do You Know ADHD?

When it comes to attention deficit, there are myths and misinformation abound. Test your ADHD IQ here.

By ADDitude Editors Verified Medically reviewed by ADDitude’s ADHD Medical Review Panel Updated on June 22, 2022
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex and confusing neurological condition that is gaining wider and deeper understanding every year. Here, test your knowledge of the latest scientific insights into ADHD.

Children who are said to have ADHD are often just active, energetic kids.

Children with ADHD will eventually outgrow it.

ADHD is a fairly new disorder.

Hyperactivity is the hallmark symptom of ADHD.

ADHD is not a real medical disorder.

ADHD symptoms can be improved through better diet and nutrition.

ADHD is not a very serious disorder.

ADHD is caused by bad parenting.

ADHD is a straightforward problem of difficulty in paying attention.

People with high intelligence don't generally have ADHD.

ADHD mainly affects children, especially boys.

People who can focus really well can't have ADHD.

Being given special accommodations because of ADHD is an unfair advantage.

ADHD is caused by sugar, food additives, and food allergies.

People with ADHD never amount to much.


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