The Forums › Forums › Emotional Journey › I'm Excited/Relieved › Hoping other's can add to the positive's having ADD.Here are a few I have found! › Re: Hoping other's can add to the positive's having ADD.Here are a few I have found!
I don’t believe I have ever come across a “condition/disorder” that is considered by some to be so debilitating and by others to be such a blessing. It’s remarkable. We have eminent researchers like Dr. Russell Barkley stating categorically that ADD is a SERIOUS, potentially life-destroying disorder with no real upside whatsoever. And then we have other eminent mental health clinicians like Ned Hallowell proclaiming ADD’s many benefits. It’s just remarkable.
Here is the International Consensus Statement on ADD: http://www.russellbarkley.org/content/Consensus2002.pdf
Now here’s Ned Hallowell’s take: http://www.drhallowell.com/add-adhd/
You’d think these guys—both highly qualified professionals— are living on different planets.
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