There have been a few studies done that found a correlation high intelligence ADHD, they have even observed a higher average IQ among us.

The debate at this point is whether we develop higher intelligence to compensate or if ADHD is a byproduct of greater intellect, it's no coincidence that ADHD and being gifted are so hard to separate.

Some behavioral scientists have theorized that ADHD itself developed as a genetic advantage in a hunter/gatherer society. Being able to detect and react to the slightest sound or movement instinctively as well as through the increased intuition gained by non linear thoughts along with the ability to shift to hyper focus easier than normal humans would have been life saving throughout our development. Factor in the hyperactivity and you have yourself a true Apex Predator.

I've never considered my ADHD to be a disadvantage or disability; how the hell can I have a learning disability if I learn faster than 99% of the population?

Anytime I have had a teacher familiar with ADHD and that knew how to work with people like us my grades in school immediately proved the model.

Anytime I have a manager with that same familiarity I have thrived in the workplace.

So is it really us that need to change who we are or is it society that needs to stop trying to force wildly creative and intelligent people inside this one size fits all box they've decided to build?