An ADHD coach on burnout (Jaye Lin’s story)
ADHD Aha!
Challenges in Achieving Due to Misunderstood Capabilities
The speaker faced challenges in academic performance because their parents assumed they were lazy and lacked discipline, attributing it to a lack of desire rather than capability. Despite wanting to excel in academics, pressure, shame, and punishment were used as motivators. This led to a misunderstanding of the speaker's true abilities and needs, impacting their extracurricular activities and self-perception. The experience inspired the speaker to create communities that foster understanding and support for individuals facing similar struggles.
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