ADHD Experts Podcast 581- Roundtable: The Hidden Complexities of Men with ADHD
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Oct 28, 2025 
This roundtable features Shane Thrapp, an executive function coach; Jesse J. Anderson, an educational content creator; Kyrus Keenan Westcott, a humorous digital storyteller; and Marc Almodóvar, a men's mental health advocate. They dive into the unique challenges men with ADHD face, such as emotional expression, societal expectations, and the stigma around masculinity. The discussion covers the importance of safe spaces for men, the struggles with isolation, and the complexities of intimacy and emotional dysregulation. Insights on redefining masculinity and fostering supportive communities are truly thought-provoking.
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Masking Drives Isolation And Risk
- Men with ADHD often mask symptoms due to societal expectations of stoicism and provision.
- That masking increases isolation and worsens mental health, including suicidal ideation risks.
Diagnosis Gives Permission To Reframe
- Late ADHD diagnosis often reframes lifelong struggles as wiring differences rather than moral failings.
- That reframing reduces self-blame and opens paths to learning personal accommodations.
Unmask Intentionally, Not Reactively
- Differentiate healthy unmasking (resting, honest pacing) from dysregulated unmasking (shutdown or outbursts).
- Choose environments and timing where unmasking is constructive and safe for others.
