The Main Traits Of Percy Jackson (ADHD)

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Percy Jackson/ADHD Percy has been diagnosed with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). The main traits of ADHD are inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The ADHD child often has trouble keeping his mind on one thing and organizing a task. He/She feels restless and fidgety. He/She may blurt out comments or act without thinking. Does this profile fit Percy? I believe Percy Jackson has ADHD because does things without thinking (a common ADHD symptom), he is unable to keep his emotions in check, and he makes careless mistakes. First, Percy Jackson has ADHD because he talks without thinking. In the Lightning Thief Percy randomly mentions Charon’s pay raise. I can support this answer by looking in The Lightning Thief, “‘Charon

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