20 Public Figures with ADHD
While no actual evidence exists, the mastermind behind all things Disney, Walt Disney, was thought to have dyslexia and ADHD. As a child, Disney struggled in school and eventually dropped out of high school at the age of 16. Talk to your doctor if your child is struggling to focus in school.
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