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My brother Michael was diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a neurological condition in which the brain has problems organizing the numerous stimuli that are incoming at any given moment, as well as selecting an appropriate response.  He is now 14 and taking medications for his disorder.  Michael has problems staying focused, he feels easily bored, he’s very forgetful and unorganized but also very hyper and unable to sit still. 
These are the typical behaviors of most people diagnosed with ADD or ADHD.  Sure everybody has some of these symptoms some of the time.  However, like my brother, individuals with ADD have more of these symptoms more of the time and to the point where it interferes with their ability to function normally in academics, work and social settings, and to reach their potential. Many studies estimate that between three and five percent of the population has attention deficit disorder. However, recent controversy has erupted to whether Attention Deficit Disorder is a legitimate medical diagnosis.  Years ago only children exhibiting severe affects of hyperactivity were diagnosed, mostly because they suffered brain damage or trauma.  Today, the diagnostic criterion has been expanded so that

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