ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka

EP. 309: Redefining ADHD in the Latinx Community: Insights from Izzie Chea

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Dec 4, 2024
Izzie Chea, an educator and neurodivergence advocate, shares her empowering journey after a late ADHD diagnosis. She discusses how growing up in a traditional Latinx environment influenced her experiences and fueled her passion for advocacy. Izzie highlights her innovative projects, including La Neuropicante and the Hiki app, aimed at uplifting neurodivergent voices. She also offers practical productivity tips and emphasizes the importance of mental health and community support, showcasing how her challenges transformed into opportunities for growth.
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ANECDOTE

Burnout and Diagnosis

  • Izzie Chea's ADHD diagnosis came after pandemic burnout from running a virtual piano studio.
  • She experienced anxiety and depression, initially worsened by medication that didn't address the root cause.
INSIGHT

Misdiagnosis

  • Many women are misdiagnosed with anxiety and depression instead of ADHD.
  • Treating the root cause, ADHD, can alleviate these secondary symptoms.
ANECDOTE

Childhood Interests

  • Izzie was an inquisitive child, excelling in subjects she enjoyed, like music and literature.
  • Math was challenging until she found a teacher who adapted their methods to her learning style.
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