So, both boys and girls can have ADHD and it is believed that the prevalence is about equal. But, it appears that boys are diagnosed more often. The reason for that may because the type of ADHD in boys is the hyperactive type while the ADHD in girls is that of inattention (teachers will not complain about a quiet girl not paying attention but will complain about a boy who is stirring up trouble and is loud).
Symptoms::
-hyperactive/impulsive type:
-inatentive type.
There are a number of famous people diagnosed with adhd. Here is a list of some of these individuals:
Actors with ADHD:
-Jim Carey
-Whoopie Goldber
-Mariette Hartley
-Robin Williams
They all appear to be very hyperactive-- but I supposed its worked well for their careers.
Artists with ADHD:
Pablo Picasso
Van Gogh
Politicians with ADHD:
John F. Kennedy
Abraham Lincoln
Winston Churchill
Nelson Rockafeller