Attention Deficit trait takes hold when we get overloaded with incoming messages and competing tasks that we are unable to prioritize. The result is not only distractibility, impulsiveness and haste but also feelings of guilt and inadequacy. Individuals believe it is their fault that they are falling behind. They think they have to sleep less and work harder and stay later at the office, which only makes it worse because they're not taking care of their brain by getting enough sleep.
Dr. Edward Hallowell was asked how common is this phenomenon. His response, "It's rampant". He indicated that whenever he lectures around the country, there's instant identification.
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