Simone Biles on ADHD: Uplifting Words of Advice
Did you know that four-time Gold Medal Olympic gymnast Simone Biles has ADHD? Watch this touching video, as she meets two young fans (and aspiring gymnasts) who also have ADHD. Hear Simone...
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My name is Simone Biles, and I have ADHD.One in five kids have a learning or attention issue.I'm Deborah.I'm Ruth.And we both have ADHD and dyslexia.I love gymnastics.I'm really excited because I get to meet one of my heroes, which is Simone Biles.Hi, guys!Hi!I'm so excited to talk to you guys.I know you guys have some questions for me.When were you diagnosed with ADHD and how did you feel? I was about 9 years old.At the time, I didn't feel a lot different from other kids.I just had like, a short attention span, so I always had to be doing something.And I got distracted easily.It's never held me back through anything, and I've never let it hold me back.What do you do when you don't feel confident?I talk to p...
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My name is Simone Biles, and I have ADHD.One in five kids have a learning or attention issue.I'm Deborah.I'm Ruth.And we both have ADHD and dyslexia.I love gymnastics.I'm really excited because I get to meet one of my heroes, which is Simone Biles.Hi, guys!Hi!I'm so excited to talk to you guys.I know you guys have some questions for me.When were you diagnosed with ADHD and how did you feel? I was about 9 years old.At the time, I didn't feel a lot different from other kids.I just had like, a short attention span, so I always had to be doing something.And I got distracted easily.It's never held me back through anything, and I've never let it hold me back.What do you do when you don't feel confident?I talk to p...
