This is part 2 of 5 on modern perspectives on ADHD.

ADHD is diagnosed with three subtypes: inattentive, hyperactive/impulsive, and a mixed subtype involving inattention and hyperactivity.

Inattentive ADHD is characterised by difficulties with working memory. In particular, difficulties regulating attention when engaging in tasks ADHD individuals, or ADHDers, don't find stimulating. Their focus then may shift to environmental sights and sounds with excessive mind-wandering or daydreaming (sometimes called ‘maladaptive daydreaming’). Working-memory challenges may also include forgetfulness, difficulty initiating unstimulating tasks, switching away from tasks once they engage, and difficulty being ordered and in managing time without use of external aids, systems, and reminders.

Inattentive ADHDers may have relative strengths in enhanced imagination, curiosity, multitasking abilities, and hyperfocus on tasks they find........

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