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by eq_sd_ 2340 days ago
> When I have found things that I do genuinely enjoy, I can focus for hours and hours on end.

One of the hallmarks of ADHD is not being able to get started and stay focused on things you do enjoy, not just things anyone would find unenjoyable.
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elamje 2340 days ago
Possibly. I would say the effects vary quite a bit. I have a close family member that has very rough ADHD, but can pull all nighters working on hobbies without medicine. As with anything, might just be an exceptional case.
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eq_sd_ 2340 days ago
You don't know if they have an internal struggle though. Just because they look functional to you doesn't mean it's easy for them.
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