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Claim Text: Psychologists can measure capacities such as working memory, impulse control and the ability to wait for a reward with standardized tasks.
Simplified Text: Psychologists can measure working memory, impulse control, and the ability to wait for rewards using standardized tasks.
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Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Subject Tags: Psychology Cognitive Science Measurement
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Created: September 30, 2026 at 4:01 PM (2 weeks ago)
Last Updated: September 30, 2026 at 4:01 PM (2 weeks ago)

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What if A.D.H.D. Isn’t About Attention at All?

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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/29/science/adhd-attention-motivation.html

A psychiatrist argues that ADHD may not be primarily about attention deficit, but rather about sustained engagement and motivation. New research suggests stimulants affect salience and reward networks, not just attention, leading to a re-evaluation of the condition's core issues.

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