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it affects the way people think and percieve things. it doesnt make them stupid most people with ADD are very bright and most people dont kno that. it might be hard for them to understand somethings but when explained another way they will totaly understand it. they just thing differently than other people.
People with ADHD have it because of brain abnormalities--they have certain smaller brain structures (such as the prefrontal cortex), delayed activation, less activation in areas that would normally be part of activity (for example, use other parts of the brain rather than the primary structure for a task), and they have impaired neurotransmitter transportation. So signals are really impaired in an ADHD brain, so even though people with ADHD have (on average) above average intelligence, they have a hard time coordinating all those smarts. More cognitively, it affects the way they plan and execute goal oriented tasks (i.e., doing homework, making appointments... getting out the door...). The above person is right, they have to approach things different ways (likely because they are compensating with better functioning brain regions) but they are really intelligent.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoADHD is a developmental disorder of the brain; it doesn't affect brain cells in particular.
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What organs does ADHD effect?
ADHD is disorder resulting from an underdevelopment of certain regions of brain, particularly the areas that control focus, memory, and impulse. ADHD affects only the brain.
What is the cells that take up half the brain?
Brain cells!
Why do you have brain cells and what are they for?
Brain cells, mainly neurons, are what make you and make how you work. Without brain cells you could not exist.
Does technology kill brain cells?
yes technology kills brain cells:)
What type of cell no longer undergoes mitosis?
The cells that make up your brain usually do not go through mitosis when mature.
What is the famous "Adhd diet" for children?
Some fruits and vegetables help to boost the brain cells, which is what ADHD children are in need of. Balance their meals with bananas, apples, and other fruit.
What is believed to be the mechanism behind ADHD symptoms?
Although the exact cause of ADHD is not known, an imbalance of certain neurotransmitters, the chemicals in the brain that transmit messages between nerve cells, is believed to be the mechanism behind ADHD symptoms
Can concussions cause ADHD?
No; concussions can cause symptoms similar to ADHD, but it is not ADHD. ADHD is a developmental disorder of the brain that occurs in childhood.
Does Pepsi cause ADHD?
ADHD is how your brain works, the chemicals in your brain cannot be altered by Pepsi, and I think that ADHD can only be caused by the way your brain works from the start of your life, and nothing else can cause it.
If you have ADHD how will your body be affected?
ADHD is a brain disorder; it does not affect the body.
What organs does ADHD effect?
ADHD is disorder resulting from an underdevelopment of certain regions of brain, particularly the areas that control focus, memory, and impulse. ADHD affects only the brain.
Types of ADHD?
ADHD is a complex condition that impacts the brain's executive functions.
Can ADHD be prevented?
Probably not. ADHD is caused by an imbalance in brain chemistry that is almost certainly hereditary.
What systems are affected by ADHD?
ADHD affects the frontal lobe (brain) but also more systems
Does Shawn Michaels have ADHD?
No , he's getting brain damage from getting hit in the head too much. No He doesn't have ADHD nor does he have brain damage!! Get real
Is ADHD physiological or psychological?
ADHD can have physiological or psychological symptoms. ADHD and autism are typically associated with neurological development problems with the brain. The brain wiring in a person with ADHD or autism is not as efficient as a person without ADHD or autism. The brain circuitry isn't wired as well, thus leading the brain to struggle with cognition and attention span.
You started taking ADHD pills is it bad for your health?
If you are taking ADHD pills and you do not have ADHD, and were not prescribed that medicine, then it is not only for one illegal, but it is also bad for you, it will affect your body in a different way than people with adhd, because the adhd medicines target their brain and temporarily fixes the negative symptoms of adhd by altering the brain chemicals. If you do not have the same brain chemicals, then the medicine will have different effects on your body, so yes it may very well be bad for your health.
