Famous People Diagnosed With Adhd
Albert Einstein struggled with schoolwork; Thomas Edison had a hard time concentrating during school and was home schooled by his mother. Although both of these men went on to make great contributions to the world, they are also considered to have learning disabilities and possibly ADHD. Many famous people throughout history have shown symptoms of ADHD but still achieved greatness.
Today, you come across people with ADHD in all walks of life. They are doctors, lawyers, business owners,...
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