ᗪꫀׁׅܻғ☯ 's Key Ideas from Scattered Minds
by Gabor Maté, MD

• We all have mental health, it is a spectrum
• It affects our overall well-being and relationships
• There is no shame in seeking help or offering support

• Read online resources or books on mental health
• Attend workshops or talks about the topic
• Have open and honest conversations with others

The modern world is moving at an unprecedented speed due to current technologies and trends, putting pressure on individuals to keep up. This can be a superhuman ability, but it's essential to succeed in the long run.

Those with attention deficit disorder (ADD) often struggle in this fast-paced society and face many misconceptions. We don't know enough. In fact, we may know nothing.

• ADD is a neurological disorder that affects focus and attention.
• It poses unique challenges, but also brings potential advantages.
• There is still much to learn about ADD and its impact on individuals.

The more we understand about ADD, the better equipped we are to support and include individuals with this disorder in society. Let's break the stigma and keep educating ourselves!

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) defines ADD by several external signs.

The relatively evident ones include:

• Lack of attention

• Mood swings

• Poor resilience to obsessive urges

• Hyperactivity

• Absentmindedness

• A lack of time perception and comprehension

• Underdeveloped emotional intelligence