Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, aka. my superpower and curse.
ADHD is something I have struggled with since I was a small child, at least if my parents are to trust (which I think they are).
ADHD has 2 types defined in the DSM (Diganostic and Statistic Manual, basically the book on mental illness):
- Inattentive
This is the one I have the most experience with, as I have it. It is characterized by a lack of attention to detail that doesnt seem like it matters, as well as horrible short term memory for tasks.
- Hyperactive-Impulsive
Charcterized by the typical fidgeting and impulsiveness that can seem childish at first, but is infact a very important symptom of ADHD.
- Combined Presentation
This has both Hyperactive-Impulsive symptoms and Inattentive ones! I have a couple of friends who are Combined Presentation, and they describe it as a horrible mix of not paying attention and wanting to be a part of the conversation.
ADHD is also comorbid with {ASD} in a lot of cases.