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Higher intelligence is assumed to soften ADHD
A large study reveals that while high intelligence in children with ADHD is associated with better focus, it is also linked to greater impulsivity, challenging the idea that a high IQ always protects against severe symptoms.
Having a high intelligence quotient is generally thought to protect children from the most severe symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. A new large study reveals that while higher intelligence is associated with better focus, specific... [6909 chars]
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