REALITY: ADHD affects the transmission of information in the brain. Through research we now know that certain chemicals in the brain help with these transmissions. People with ADHD seem to have less of these chemicals, but we’re not sure why. We do know that much of the time, ADHD is hereditary, meaning that it is passed from parents to children. In fact, many adults are diagnosed with ADHD after their children are diagnosed
REALITY: ADHD affects all areas of life, not just school or college work. It may affect how you get along with others, at work, in sports or hobbies, or in romantic relationships, how well you sleep, and even how you feel about yourself and the future
REALITY: ADHD is not a learning disability. However, some people with ADHD also have learning disabilities. A trained professional can help diagnose and treat these conditions