Women & ADHD Kamden Hainsworth: Living your best ADHD life
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Mar 22, 2021 In this enlightening talk, Kamden Hainsworth, an ADHD advocate diagnosed at 36, shares her journey from teacher to champion for ADHD awareness. She discusses the importance of embracing ADHD strengths to live authentically, while challenging societal norms about organization. Kamden highlights her platform, The ADHDirectory, which connects ADHDers with personalized resources. With warmth and humor, she reflects on family dynamics and the often-overlooked struggles, inspiring others to redefine success and embrace their unique traits.
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Diagnosis Journey
- Camden Hainsworth's ADHD journey began with a mental breakdown in 2019, leading to her diagnosis through an ADHD meme.
- She started advocating online, sharing her experiences before receiving a formal diagnosis from clinicians.
Parental Discovery
- Many parents discover their own ADHD while researching their child's diagnosis.
- Hainsworth's daughter's early diagnosis, however, didn't immediately lead to her self-discovery, due to adoption not being considered a genetic link.
Teacher's Perspective
- As a former 6th-grade teacher, Hainsworth had students with ADHD in her class, primarily recognizing hyperactive or disruptive behaviors.
- She admits being less informed about inattentive symptoms, especially in girls, common in middle school.