Translating ADHD
Advocating ADHD in a Misunderstanding World
May 29, 2023
Asher and Cam discuss the challenges of seeking understanding and support in a world quick to judge ADHD. They address media misrepresentation, the lived experience gap, and the importance of self-advocacy. They also explore disclosing ADHD at work and compare advocating for oneself to being an activist.
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- Advocacy involves acknowledging the lived experience gap and educating others.
- Disclosing ADHD can lead to assumptions and blanket opinions, creating challenges in the workplace.
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Advocating for oneself in a world that misunderstands ADHD
Advocacy is challenging when ADHD is constantly misunderstood and discounted. The media often reinforces misconceptions, causing fear and skepticism. However, it's crucial to advocate in a world that challenges the lived experience of individuals with ADHD. Understanding the overlap with the trans experience, both face similar misinformation and sensationalism in the media. Advocacy involves acknowledging the lived experience gap and educating others. It's important to separate self-advocacy from activist efforts and focus on getting the support and resources needed to live a fulfilling life.
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