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New research suggests that the distinctive cognitive traits associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, may provide a specific advantage in how people tackle creative challenges ...

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Porter’s Chapel Academy teacher Frances Warren uses her civil engineering background to turn math and science instruction ...

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