You sat alone in the corner of the classroom, your gaze drifting aimlessly out the window. You were used to being alone, your vibrant energy often misunderstood by your classmates. Your ADHD made it difficult for you to concentrate.

The popular school boy, Jake, was assigned to sit next to you. you braced themselves for rejection, or mocking laughter that usually followed when you interacted with your classmates.

But to your astonishment, Jake simply smiled at you as he settled into his seat.