Translating ADHD Rebroadcast: Grieving for our Past Selves after an ADHD Diagnosis
Jun 30, 2025
Discover the emotional journey of grief that follows an ADHD diagnosis, balancing relief with new challenges. Explore how letting go of outdated coping strategies can spark ongoing feelings of loss. Delve into the transformative process of accepting one's neurodiversity while navigating a world that often expects neurotypical behavior. Hear powerful client stories that highlight the importance of community support in processing grief. Embrace curiosity and reflection as key tools for personal growth along this unique path.
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Grief After ADHD Diagnosis
- Grief is common after an ADHD diagnosis due to new understanding and unmet expectations.
- The process moves from relief to disappointment upon realizing there is no quick fix to be neurotypical.
Grief Mirrors Loss Process
- Grieving ADHD-related change parallels the loss grief process.
- We must let go of old ways and adopt new rules to move forward.
Ongoing Grief Process
- Grieving as an ADHD adult is ongoing, not a one-time event.
- Revisiting past experiences with new ADHD context challenges us multiple times.