However, this is misleading because ADHD is actually a problem ofregulatingattention rather than a lack of attention.
What Does Hyperfocus Look Like?
You call them, but you get no answer.
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You try calling louder, but you still get no answer.
Luckily, this woman was able to get out of the house safely.
(Her paper was probably extraordinarily well written, as well!)
Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz.
Your whole being is involved, and you’re using your skills to the utmost."
People who are in this state of intense focus are goal-directed and feel contentment and satisfaction.
What they are doing isintrinsically rewardingand triggers the release ofdopamine, and that motivates them to continue.
Personal hygiene may go out the window, and eating habits could revolve around quick and easy snacks.
There are also tons ofADHD resources and support groups.
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