Are there pro gamers with ADHD?

Jovan Milenkovic, a competitive gamer with mild ADHD and co-founder of AhoyGaming, credits ADHD to helping his mind stay focused on one objective. His sense of hyperfocus allows him to give selective attention to the game he’s playing in the moment.

Do ADHD meds help with gaming?

Stimulants won’t make you a better gamer. Performance-enhancing drugs aren’t banned solely out of concern for the players who abuse them. Their use is theoretically unfair to other competitors. There’s no evidence that ADHD medication makes you better at videogames, however.

What games are good for ADHD adults?

Designed by neuroscientists to improve cognitive skills, Lumosity (iOS, Android; free) creates a personalized training program to challenge your brain in the areas you care about. The app uses dozens of games to target a wide variety of skills including ADHD trouble-spots such as memory, focus, and problem solving.

Can you train an ADHD brain?

Those with ADHD may be able to improve ADHD characteristics through brain training, but it’s still best to support with other treatments. “Brain training is a non-pharmaceutical intervention that uses technology tools to help people with ADHD improve executive functioning,” explains counselor Joshua McKivigan.

How do I make my iPhone ADHD friendly?

This Episode’s Top Tips

1. Purge any apps that you don’t need on your phone – both unused apps and also apps that pull you in too much.
2. Organize your apps so that your most useful apps are easy to open and your distracting apps are hidden.
3. Turn off most of your notifications and make use of your Do Not Disturb feature.

Are sports good for ADHD?

Children with ADHD can benefit from sports just as much as their peers who don’t have the condition. It’s all about finding a sport they are comfortable with and enjoy playing. If you have questions about your child playing a particular sport, ask your child’s pediatrician for guidance or schedule a sports physical.

Does ADHD help with sports?

Sports―such as martial arts, archery, swimming, diving, and ballet―that focus on mastering individual skills are particularly good for children affected by ADHD. Children can improve their concentration by learning skills from their sport, and it can give them a physical outlet for excess energy.