Some people with ADHD thrive in periods of stress, new study shows

Sara Vranes, who was diagnosed with ADHD at 36, relates to this idea. She said she sees her ability to hyperfocus under pressure as a “superpower”. Vranes now works with homeless communities, but had 15 years of experience as a midwife and doula before that, and she says she was most calm in crisis.

“I don’t want anyone to be hurt, but I was able to handle it because my brain just can hyperfocus. I could see everything clearly and see a process in my mind, and act on it in real time.” During downtime, however, she’s often anxious and can’t focus.
— Read on www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/26/adhd-symptoms-high-stress


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