I think your family did a great job in shaping your life. We should all teach our children to reason certain things out on their own as this will help them to grow up and be responsible adults.

In my clinical years, I have been taught in details about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. These are some of the points.
-madeup of inattention and hyperactivity.
-the child finds it difficult to concentrate in one task and is easily distracted by things going on in the environment.
-finds it difficult to listen when spoken to.
-finds it difficult to take notes during lessons.
-finds it difficult to organize his tasks. etc etc

Moreover , I've actively involved in the management of children with ADHD and I'd say that growing up to be the person you are today required a great deal of effort and this is quite commendable.