You're Wrong About ADHD BONUS: Late Diagnosis, Big Realisations
May 30, 2025
Zoë Lister, an actor and writer famous for her role in Hollyoaks, shares her compelling journey with ADHD, including her late diagnosis and the emotional chaos of masking. She discusses how motherhood revealed previously unnoticed challenges and the transformative impact of finally understanding her neurodivergent brain. The conversation explores the rollercoaster of finding the right medication, societal stereotypes, and how her ADHD has influenced her creative career. Zoë's story resonates with anyone who has struggled with self-identity and acceptance.
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Zoë's ADHD Realization
- Zoë Lister realized she might have ADHD when she saw social media posts about underdiagnosed women with different ADHD presentations.
- Having children made her struggles more visible, highlighting daily organizational challenges and exhaustion.
Medication and Dementia Risk
- Medication for ADHD may reduce the risk of developing dementia, a concern for Zoë due to her father's early dementia.
- This potential benefit became a strong motivation for her to seek diagnosis and treatment.
Medication's Variable Effectiveness
- Zoë describes variable medication effectiveness linked to her menstrual cycle, with half the month the meds not working well.
- She experiences significant improvement on some days but little benefit on others, reflecting hormonal impacts on ADHD treatment.