“Lots of risk-taking, lots of very impulsive behavior growing up,” Didier said ... “Having something in my hand helps,” said ...

Jeremy Didier had taken her son to a psychologist for a possible ADHD evaluation when she spotted an article about women with the condition. As she read it in the waiting room, she thought ...

Having ADHD can pose challenges at work. Common symptoms include trouble concentrating and sitting still. But ADHD can also be a source of creativity and unique contributions.

“Having something in my hand helps,” said Paralitici-Morales, who sometimes holds a fidget spinner.

It also includes working memory, which helps us keep track of what we’re doing. To keep from getting derailed, experts recommend breaking large tasks into chunks, writing detailed to-do lists and ...