A.D.H.D.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder- as quoted from wikipedia:

ADHD is primarily characterized by "the co-existence of attentional problems and hyperactivity, with each behavior occurring infrequently alone."

ADHD has three subtypes:
- Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive
- Predominantly inattentive
- Combined hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive 

Predominantly inattentive type symptoms may include:

• Be easily distracted, miss details, forget things, and frequently switch from one activity to another
• Have difficulty focusing on one thing
• Become bored with a task after only a few minutes, unless they are doing something enjoyable
• Have difficulty focusing attention on organizing and completing a task or learning something new
• Have trouble completing or turning in homework assignments, often losing things (e.g., pencils, toys, assignments) needed to complete tasks or activities
• Not seem to listen when spoken to
• Daydream, become easily confused, and move slowly
• Have difficulty processing information as quickly and accurately as others
• Struggle to follow instructions.

Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive type symptoms may include:

• Fidget and squirm in their seats
• Talk nonstop
• Dash around, touching or playing with anything and everything in sight
• Have trouble sitting still during dinner, school, and story time
• Be constantly in motion
• Have difficulty doing quiet tasks or activities.

and also these manifestations primarily of impulsivity:

• Be very impatient
• Blurt out inappropriate comments, show their emotions without restraint, and act without regard for consequences
• Have difficulty waiting for things they want or waiting their turns in games

Most people exhibit some of these behaviors, but not to the degree where such behaviors significantly interfere with a person's work, relationships, or studies. The core impairments are consistent even in different cultural contexts.

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Hmm... I watched "Julie& Julia" last night and felt so inspired. I wanna be even better than Julie who's finally gotten her goal & published her writing at the age of 30. Julie mentioned something about having this disorder (probably as a lame excuse not to finish anything ya :p). The movie gave me comfort to know that, yes, there are people like me; people who know that they're writers, yet haven't published a book. Julie said in the movie, "you're not a writer yet until your book is published" (but then replied by her supportive hubby, "that's what so great about blog. All you need is just internet!") Well, although not all bloggers are writers, but blog is one of a way to practice your writing skill. Gosh, the hardest part about writing (I mean the breakthrough-type-of-topic) for me is the beginning: research and the most important element, determination.  


-Shirley, has been writing since 9, but never finish typing a single novel to be published. Although this year has joined nanowrimo, but still failed to reach 50k finish line *sigh*.