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2. They say I pick up on things really fast and adapt more quickly to changing circumstances and that it isn't fair I expect the same of them. From my viewpoint I am slow and a dunce most of the time. I see the adaptation skills as "thinking on your feet" and expect them to have the same skills, if not better, as they have been in the field of study longer than myself.

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I know exactly what you're saying. I'm very adept at picking up a piece of equipment, learning within minutes/hours, and have a very hard time when someone can't do the same.

However, your team is spot-on also. It's not fair to think they have the same skills/talents/abilities as you do. Every person is different. You have the ability to think on your feet and go on gut reaction. Others need to take the time to collect data, digest it, and come up with an answer.

I've found that I need to take a step back and remember this at times. There are many different approaches and not one of them is right or wrong.

I think if you're up-front with your team by acknowledging your ADD and how you are, you might find them to be more lenient towards you and your actions. I know I tend to jump to conclusions. It happened last week at work. But when I talked to my boss and said, "I need a fresh set of eyes to look at this with me" she agreed.

ramble ramble ramble!