Does having Adhd lower you IQ test score?!
Question: Hi just wondering if there is any proof that having adhd effects your iq negitivly. I know there are rumors that it does, but has it been proven? I have taken different IQ tests on the internet and I have gotten a range of scores. Yes I know taking tests on line is no repacment for getting tested by a doctor. I have also taken the same test more than once and gotten different results. One time 120 the next time a year later at 134. I have adhd and i know not sleeping well, being sick can all effect scores. Please let me know your input. Thank you.
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No, I do not think that having ADHD can lower your IQ test score.
Most people are shocked when they are told that increasing their cognitive abilities is possible. It was once thought that mental capabilities were set in stone, unchanging since birth. But much of what we know about the mind has changed since then, particularly in the last 10 years. Research has found that there are many factors playing even larger roles in intelligence. For example, someone with ADD, properly treated, can experience huge leaps in IQ score, sometimes up to 30 or more points! Similarly, removing psychological barriers, limiting beliefs and increasing confidence can have a huge impact on cognitive abilities.
"Attention Deficit Disorder has been found to affect more than 12 percent of the school age population. This disorder has now been found to continue into adulthood and many ADD adults with a mild condition had proceeded through life undetected. Limited blood flow to the brain has been postulated as a reason for this condition. Two adults, siblings, were evaluated and treated to increase blood flow to the brain with results showing increased social and emotional control of themselves and IQ improvement of approximately 30 points. Also they improved in achievement motivation and specific goals for their lives."
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I do not have much faith in iq tests. I have almost 100% retention reading, but cannot follow simple verbal instruction. I have a cognitive disorder and bipolar disorder. I can relate to the not sleeping.
I think tests results will very depending on where you are at mentally, take an eq test, they always make me feel better.
feel free to email me if you wish to discuss this more.
ciao.
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