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Attention Deficit Disorder Talent Corps

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Idea Submission for The People's Money:
Working with ADHD informed coaches, small groups of individuals with ADHD will spend time learning how to harness their special brains and then, together, identify a situation or problem they want to work on in their community.
What is the problem your idea aims to address?
People with ADHD are told to medicate themselves to be acceptable. As a result, they often feel shame and never have the chance to let their creative talents and ability to innovate shine.
Which groups does your idea focus on? Select all that apply
Youth (under 24)
Older Adults (65 +)
People with Disabilities

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Attention Deficit Disorder Talent Corps

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