QUESTION:

Dear Dr. Heller,

The Characters list, (*Love it btw!!!),  I do have a question.  What makes Elaine Bennis (Seinfeld) ADHD? As an adult female ADDer myself I kinda see it, but can't explain it. Other than she can't hold down a job.... I have a definite affinity for her.

Thanks!!!

ANSWER:

Thank you for your kind comment. I didn't realize it when I hired them, but almost everyone who works for me has ADD. My wife does as well. It works out well since I have a great memory for what happened today and yesterday - which they're not particularly good at, and they're sensational at names and things from a week or more ago. Somewhat characteristic for ADD. The character list was a collection of everyone's ideas, particularly since I really don't have the time to watch much network TV. The reasons behind her choice were her hyperness, irritability when things go wrong, acting without thinking, speaking without thinking, the instability in her life, and her impulsivity. Incidentally, now that my shoulder is healing, look on my site shortly for an article I'm writing called "Not only is ADD not a disease, it's a huge advantage." If you have ADD, I know you'll like to read it. Also, since ADD is genetic, it may help your children some day as well.