Although the acronym is tossed around regularly, many of the realities of living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have gone untold. While discussion of its very existence remains a hot topic, most of those actually living day to day with this diagnosis remain in a chaotic holding pattern fearing further exile should they speak out. The stigma associated with this 'Disorder' is so severe that many families choose instead to suffer in isolation.

This documentary breaks the code of silence as three families open their doors and invite the world in. The diagnosed individuals span from the age of seven into adolescence, include both genders and cross an extensive range of socio-economic situations. These very different types of families experience a common bond created by the fact one family member lives with ADHD...we travel with them to further understand the scope of the pervasive interruption in their day to day life.

This film does not approach with a sensationalistic attitude, however due to the very nature of its content, sensational scenes will be witnessed. Fiction gives way to fact as the myths surrounding this controversial diagnosis are dispelled and workable solutions become accessible. This film speaks to a general inquiring audience interested in how differences in our society ultimately touch us all. In effect, we are all different, but some are much more obvious than others.

The focus of this documentary is not on the arguments of ADHD's existence or the subsequent use of medication (although the issues are discussed) but rather on these very intimate accounts of life as it currently presents for these families and life as it could be if ADHD were better understood by society in general. The film is one of a very personal nature as the filmmaker and her son participate as one of the families touched by ADHD.

ADHD is a complex reality that forever changes lives and presents enormous challenges. This film proves however, the sentence of social pariah need not be exacted...These lives are much more than redeemable.....!

"Little minds are tamed and subdued by misfortune; but great minds rise above them"
Washington Irving

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Karen O'Donnell
karen@wordshopproductions.com