The Psychology of your 20s 365. The BEST advice for managing ADHD in your 20s ft. Chris Wang
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Dec 19, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, Chris Wang, Founder and CEO of Shimmer, shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at 28. She explores the nuances of ADHD, including its subtypes and the unique challenges women face in diagnosis. Chris debunks myths surrounding intelligence and ADHD, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive environments. She also addresses rejection sensitivity dysphoria and offers practical strategies for managing relationships and productivity. Tune in for invaluable insights on navigating ADHD in your twenties!
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ADHD Manifests In Three Distinct Ways
- ADHD presents in three types: hyperactive-impulsive, inattentive, and combined, and symptoms vary widely between people.
- Women often show internal inattentive symptoms and are frequently missed by traditional diagnoses.
Late Diagnosis Triggered By Work And Isolation
- Chris Wang was diagnosed with ADHD at 28 after entrepreneurial demands and pandemic isolation revealed long-hidden struggles.
- A mix of cultural silence and repeated hints from peers and social media led her down the diagnostic rabbit hole.
Severity And Impairment Define Clinical ADHD
- ADHD symptoms are universal in small doses, but for ADHD they occur intensely and impair daily life, which the DSM requires for diagnosis.
- Frequency and compounding effects, not occasional struggles, distinguish clinical ADHD from common distractibility.