ADHD does not discriminate. Individuals with very high IQs are also victims of ADHD. When these things collide, individuals need to learn how to cope with ADHD display the disorder in different ways. Sometimes, due to the higher intelligence, children with higher IQs and ADHD may go undiagnosed but there are signs to look for.
The article, “When High IQ and ADHD Collide” by Mary Beth Richie looks closer at ADHD and how it manifests with children of higher IQ. She states,
“Misdiagnosis is not uncommon when high IQ and ADHD collide. Very bright children who are also highly active are sometimes misdiagnosed with ADHD. On the other hand, some highly intelligent children with ADHD can focus on things that interest them for an extended period of time, which can lead to misdiagnosis as well. The result is that these children often don’t receive the treatment they need.”
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