Attention, please.Thank you so much for "Out of Focus" [A/S '06]. I was recently diagnosed with ADHD Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Definition Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or [Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), formerly called hyperkinesis or minimal brain dysfunction, a chronic, neurologically based syndrome characterized by any or all of three types of behavior: hyperactivity, distractibility, and impulsivity. ], and it felt great to see someone like me featured in your magazine. ADHD is not something many people understand, and it means a lot that you were speaking out about it. --A reader I'm I'm Contraction of I am. Our Living Language Speakers of some scattered varieties of American English sometimes use I'm instead of I've or I have in present perfect constructions, as in so glad you printed "Out of Focus!" My BFF BFF Best Friends Forever (chat) BFF Best Foot Forward BFF Ben Folds Five (band) BFF Born Free Foundation BFF Binary File Format BFF Boston Film Festival BFF Biotech Finance Forum has ADHD. I wasn't sure what it really was until I read the article. Now I understand what my friend is going through. I think she'll appreciate this story as much as I did. You're the best! --Vicky |
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