I have ADHD. Growing up in a third world county(Philippines), with this condition without proper diagnosis and treatment was absolutely hard.  School can be very hard too, as teacher's lack training to handle a student like me and often times resorted to humiliation , so I grew up traumatized. However., I've always been a stubborn guy, even as a young lad and I never let those experiences bring me down. No way, no how.

I was diagnosed with ADHD in college. It was when my professor was discussing ADD, that she completely described my personality. I told her about it and she had me took a test.


There are three types of ADHD;

1. Inattentive  Presentation- having a hard time following instructions and attention to  detail, are symptoms. Generally a person with Type 1 ADHD, tends to very forgetful and have a a hard time understanding something.
2. Hyperactive-Impulsive- someone who can't keep still, interrupting others and unfocused. Going from one thing to another.
3. Combination- Having both symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2. This is what I have.

As a third world country, issues like ADHD are not highlighted thus given very little support
by Philippine government if any. However, here are some things you can do  to help your child.

1. No to sugar- Stop giving your child sugar, sugar will only make them more hyperactive. In addition, sugar can also trigger hormonal imbalance in the child's brain, giving them mood swings.

2.Read a book- Have them read a book. Reading and listening exercises focus, something a patient with ADHD need. However, remember that they should listen or read something that would captivate them.

3.Let them play-have them play outside where they can feel free. Having ADHD is strongly linked to the lack of neurotransmitters that interprets dopamine, since dopamine is essential to brain function such as judgement a child with ADHD needs a little more dopamine than non-ADHD children. So let them play.

4.Talk to a professional- these tips may help your child in the short term, however, consulting a professional is still the way to ensure your child's well being.

If the power od ADHD is harnessed it can be a great gift. Children with ADHD are often compassionate and have more energy than non-ADHD children.

1. Hyperfocus- Yup, we have the ability to focus on something that we like and block out all the other things. Given that something is interested.

2. Creativity- Our brain just won't stop working. We are just bombarded with it. We see things that other people don't see.

3.Risk takers- most people with ADHD have an amazing tolerance to risk.


I have ADHD and I'm doing just fine. I'm sure your child will be too with proper guidance.


Thank you for reading.