“Kids with inattentive ADHD don’t consciously choose what grabs their attention. So, while Blaise’s hyperfocused research into cryptozoology has him beating adults in trivia contests, he often forgets dinner because he’s programming Roblox.”
, involves direct, intense attention to a singular task. When it’s directed at something “useful,” like reading, writing, or, as Blaise says, “researching,” it’s almost a superpower.— it can become a burden. Kids with inattentive ADHD don’t consciously choose what grabs their attention. So, while Blaise’s hyperfocused research into cryptozoology has him beating adults in trivia contests, he often forgets dinner because he’s programming Roblox.
It’s a hallmark of kids with inattentive ADHD: They forget things. They lose things. And from the sadness in his voice, Blaise knows it. Whenever it happens, I take a deep breath, and I remember my own shame and self-blame. Kids with inattentive ADHDlose things. But they need support to overcome a cycle of self-blame. When Blaise sighed, my heart broke a little bit. I forget things, too. I need to be kinder.When the topic of his room came up, Blaise seemed at a loss. He groaned. “Cleaning is just hard to do, okay?” he said. “Cleaning up after dinner, cleaning my room — it’s justKids with inattentive ADHD struggle with cleaning.
“I hope this helps other kids,” Blaise said, before running off. “Parents need to understand it’s not easy, having ADHD.”
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