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Inspirational success stories are great but is ADHD really a superpower for elite athletes? | Emma John

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Inspirational success stories are great but is ADHD really a superpower for elite athletes? | Emma John
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Researchers say mainstream framing of the condition as a characteristic for success can be invalidating for those who are strugglingKirsty Brown is a keen golfer. “If I could just transport myself straight to the first tee, that would be amazing,” she says. “But getting there on time, remembering all my kit, making sure I’ve eaten before I play – all those aspects are more challenging than competing itself.” Brown, who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), admits that can be hard

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