poor working memory can be especially creative! This creativity is particularly noticeable in people who have attentional “disorders” (we think the term should be “advantages”) like ADHD.3 People with poor working memory and focus sometimes have to work harder than others to make brain-links. But the trade-off is that it can be easier for them to be more creative. They see elegant shortcuts and have ideas that others miss. The trade-off can be worth it!
