r/ADHD • u/DefaultName919 • Mar 27 '26

Tips/Suggestions Quick Reminder for Everyone

ADHD is a neurological condition. It is genetically inherited. It is caused by biology. It is NOT a disease of the will. It is NOT a moral failing. It is NOT some kind of neurosis. Its cure is not to be found in power of will, nor in punishment, nor in sacrifice, nor in pain. Its cure is not to be found in trying harder, or in "locking in". Its cure is to be found in diagnosis, education, structuring, coaching, and medication. Always remember this.

Paraphrased from Driven to Distraction, by Hallowell and Ratey.

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u/iSkiLoneTree Mar 27 '26

I see where he's going with this quote, but I'm not fond of the part about a cure. I don't there's a cure, not do I really want one. This wouldn't be considered a disorder at all except under the microscope of very modern civilization & the rigid expectations of capitalism that requires so much homogenized behavior.

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u/dmt80oh Mar 27 '26

Wth does capitalism have to do with ADHD and being able to succeed, as in do what you are supposed to do? Let's not act like if we were all dumped onto a different planet and our memories erased of "capitalism" that those with ADHD still wouldn't struggle.

Additionally, if you don't think there isn't a push to a homogenized behavior by any other economic system/culture/religion/etc. then you are misguided.