How Does ADD Affect Personal Success?

The truth is, while I’d like to think that I’ve always strived for a stellar academic record, it has been difficult until most recently when I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Therefore, my academic record and test scores do not reflect my true ability and potential. A partial reason for this shortcoming is because of the fact that I went through most of high school with undiagnosed Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Since my diagnosis, my ability to focus on my academic needs and to apply myself has improved greatly. Although I have been diagnosed and properly treated now, some of my past grades have not reflected my true ability to succeed. Therefore, I consider having ADD as one of my weaknesses and also one of my strengths.