Is ADD something you are born with?

Answer 1

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), now commonly referred to as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is believed to have a strong genetic component, meaning individuals can be predisposed to it from birth. While environmental factors, such as prenatal exposure to toxins or early childhood experiences, can also play a role in its development, the neurological differences associated with ADHD are often present from a young age. Thus, while not strictly "born with," there is a significant hereditary influence.