What is ADHD?

I talk about ADHD in every video on this channel. But what exactly IS ADHD?

This is the first in our new "definitions" series, which explains common ADHD-related terms. Let us know what to tackle next!

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Get the “The Fish Song” on...

[puppersissage]

Ohh this will be very helpful to explain to my teachers tysmm 💕💕

[emdotrod]

Jessica: *explains what ADHD is in 3 minutes*
Me, didn't listen to what she said instead gazing upon the video: moving things*

[ADHDMastery]

Spot on Jessica. I feel my type (inattentive) catches people out and they don't realise until way later in life.

[kimifur]

Succinct and accurate. ADHD is SOOOO much more than "not being able to sit still". That's not even the main issue. Thanks for the great video, as always!

[sparky]

You saved my life I’m a 64 year old man who been watching your channel for years I finally got treatment for my adhd and my life is night and day much better, thank you thank you thank you !

[c.a.]

Does anyone else just sometimes forget that they have ADHD? Not because the symptoms have disappeared, but just because their memory is that terrible? Like
Me: "why am I doing this thing?"
me: "because you have adhd"
Me: *surprised Pikachu face*

[miyawasser]

@ 2:15 realised that 1987 is just a jumbled version of 1798 and promptly got distracted from the rest of the video🤦🏻‍♀️

[homageheezy]

I love how fast she speaks 😭 Normally I click outta videos because I can’t stand to sit there while people talk like the sloths outta zootopia

[BVoshol]

Defining "executive functions" is probably already on your list, but that would be a great one to do!

[scotmelville]

"Twice exceptional!"

*Shows Albert Einstein*

Scot literally starts crying.

This is how many people described me younger and Einstein was often referred to me because his immense struggles when he was a child.

No one remembers that path, every just knows the end result.

The "How" to explain everything... is literally what ADHD struggles with...

[Tt_seriesindia]

I don’t know if it’s my ADHD but your ears are lovely

[missquprison]

Just when I was about to go to sleep, here we go again

[bigboibush]

I would like to see a video about people who are introverted or shy with ADHD and how it affects that person's life

[axelessfern]

This is a good way to tell someone some basics or at least something about ADHD. I think you did a good job Jessica!

[worldtech]

It is to constantly struggle with your life and being misunderstood

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[fabiantemme]

You are so cute, and speak fast enough that it is pleasure to listen.

[oneandonlyivanfrl]

i have ADHD too! people don’t understand what it is..people bully me because i’m “different” than them. i love your videos :) much love to your family and friends! stay safe :)

[philahadebe]

Jessica: Explains what is ADHD
Me: Doesn't listen and dances to the background music the whole time.

[BrTriCosta]

though adhd in itself can be cumbersome a lot of times, one of the worst part is the addiction part. fighting to quit smoking rn, and had abused substances earlier in life. then come depression, and guilt. while i have the support of my family, some may not be so fortunate. This videos of yours bring a smile to me, and i am sure to many more ! bonus for making me understand a bit more of myself ! keep up the good work !

[ExplosiveT-]

I feel like my friends are getting sick of me sending them your videos, but I like having them know the signs of ADHD so they can notice how much of an impact it has on who I am as a person.