Shareefa J tells her fascinating story explaining how receiving an ADHD diagnosis changed her life. She grieved the life that could have been, but is grateful for finally getting an explanation for her struggles.
She shares what she's learnt, and the coping strategies she's since put in place.
This episode is dedicated to anyone who received a late life diagnosis โค๏ธ
Topics:
00:00 Intro and the Shareefa's chaotic life before diagnosis
05:39 Shareefa's relationship with 'masking'
10:27 When she knew she had ADHD
17:01 The medication experience
19:12 Grieving the life that could have been
21:11 Strategies to make life easier after ADHD diagnosis
28:51 Shareefa's ADHD Item
34:49 Washing machine of woes
43:28 Are men and women equally represented?
46:33 Is ADHD taken seriously on social media
51:02 Your most impulsive thing
52:29 How's your mental health today?
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