I am sorry but I laughed so hard when I read that! I too have heard that before!

I was diagnosed with ADHD (it is now called ADHD with or without hyperactivity in the DSM but that could change again, who knows lol).
Ever since I began treatment the world has been a different place! I take Adderall XR 20mg and it works pretty well. There are a lot of medications out there to treat ADHD. Some are stimulants (like adderall, ritalin, etc) and some are non stimulants. Talk with your general physician about seeing a psychiartist and discuss with the pdoc the different meds and find what would work best for you. I have found that the non stimulants did nothing for me.

Medication is only going to help to some extent. You will also have to make behavorial changes. For example: I was horrible about losing important papers and mail. I would bring it in from the mailbox and set it down somewhere and never remember where I put it. So after I started taking the meds I was told about the behavior changes and here's what I did: When I bring in the mail (or handle any piece of paper) I have a file system in my living room. As soon as I get the mail or paperwork it goes in a folder. Do not stop along the way, go straight to your folders and file it. That way you know where it is! It works like a charm, no more lost electric bill with me having to find it in the dark because I didn't pay the bill and they shut off the lights lol

I strongly recommend you see a psychiatrist over a general doctor. Some would say it makes no difference but having worked in mental health I have seen what some of the general doctors consider "treatment" for mental health issues. A pdoc will be more familiar with the medications and how they work. Let us know how you make out!