The ADHD Adults Podcast Episode 80 Late-diagnosis ADHD (with Hana Walker-Brown)
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Feb 13, 2023 AI Snips
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Hana's Late ADHD Realization
- Hana first suspected ADHD about nine months before her diagnosis after a friend suggested it.
- She struggled with misdiagnosed symptoms and felt the relief when the diagnosis gave her clarity and direction.
Diagnosis Brings Mixed Emotions
- Initial relief from diagnosis can turn to a crushing realization that ADHD is lifelong.
- This shift often leads to emotional struggles and questioning if one can live with it.
ADHD as Identity, Not Burden
- Viewing ADHD as part of identity aids acceptance and reduces internal conflict.
- Recognizing strengths like empathy and creativity leads to a fuller self-understanding.