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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Most kids with ADHD can hyperfocus on some things--do some research.  There is a difference between a high performing athlete taking drugs to be even better and a kid who struggles to bring his grade up from a 41.  I'm not saying your child has ADHD or ADD, but it is offensive for you to compare kids taking ADHD medication with athletes who take steroids to cheat.  Good luck in resolving the issues your son is having, but try not to be so judgmental while you go down that path.[/quote]

Most people, including adults, can't focus on things that they find boring and tedious, and usually end up doing a crap job.  Most people don't have adhd.

Example:
My DH is very handy around the house. But when it comes to tiling, he can't stand the grout work. Guess what... the grout work turns out to be crap, and everything else is great.  My DC (in a gifted program) can't stand one particular subject.  It's not a surprise that DC's grades in this particular subject are less than stellar.  I could go on and on with examples of myself and my other DC.[/quote]

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