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I didn't see it mentioned so wanted to add that it's possible that ADHD's impact on working memory[1] leads to issues with long term memory[2].

Basically, we struggle with holding stuff in RAM which corrupts writes to disk.

The effect is more prevalent with auditory inputs vs visual ones[3]; learning this helped explain why I find myself more likely to engage with a lecture or meeting while simultaneously doodling[4].

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[1] https://laconciergepsychologist.com/blog/what-is-working-mem...

[2] https://www.verywellhealth.com/can-adhd-cause-memory-issues-...

[3] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24232170/

[4] https://www.additudemag.com/focus-factors/




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