Some of the attention patterns that make ADHD challenging may also help spark creativity by allowing the brain to explore more ideas and unexpected connections. Researchers think creative activities could potentially channel this "defocused attention" while helping strengthen the brain systems involved in focus and self-control.
Some of the attention patterns that make ADHD challenging may also help spark creativity by allowing the brain to explore more ideas and unexpected connections.
Researchers think creative activities could potentially channel this "defocused attention" while helping strengthen the brain systems involved in focus and self-control.
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Some of the attention patterns that make ADHD challenging may also help spark creativity by allowing the brain to explore more ideas and unexpected connections. Researchers think creative activities could potentially channel this "defocused attention" while helping strengthen the brain systems involved in focus and self-control.
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