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Sam's ADHD Forgetfulness Stories
- Sam shared several forgetful and humorous mishaps she experienced this week, including leaving car keys in a new car and confusion with driving directions.
- These anecdotes highlight common ADHD-related challenges with memory and executive function in daily life.
Manage Overwhelm by Resetting
- When overwhelmed, it's okay to delete and reset message inboxes instead of pushing through stress.
- Communicate openly about needing breaks to maintain mental health, as James did successfully.
Trauma vs. Neurodevelopmental ADHD
- Trauma can trigger ADHD symptoms but does not generally cause traditional ADHD, which is a neurodevelopmental disorder.
- Resolving trauma may improve ADHD-like symptoms, but it doesn't cure ADHD if the brain developed differently.