ADHD Chatter Holly Morris Opens Up About Late ADHD Diagnosis: "The pros and cons in my relationship!" | Ep. 40
Dec 18, 2023
Social media superstar Holly Morris opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis. She discusses feeling different, masking, and how ADHD shows up in her relationship. They also explore misconceptions about laziness, ADHD's positive aspects, and advice for her younger self.
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Early Differences and Buckaroo Fear
- Holly felt different from a young age, overanalyzing situations.
- She was intensely afraid of playing Buckaroo due to the unpredictable nature of the game.
Shifting School Reports
- Holly's school reports were initially positive, reflecting her people-pleasing nature.
- Later, her focus shifted to peers, and reports noted her distractibility but acknowledged her good performance.
Masking and Fitting In
- Holly masked her behavior to fit in with the "cool group" by mirroring their actions and suppressing her childlike tendencies.
- She mirrored behaviors, leading to her acceptance into the desired group but also a sense of not fully belonging.