It’s also non feminine. Yes I know that is an old fashioned ideal, but still it’s assumed that women are neat and clean their places well. As is excited talking, and a whole host of other ADHD flaws. It’s something I can consciously challenge and reframe, so as to feel mentally better. But the shame and self disappointment is pervasive, maybe automatic. Or at least, it’s unconscious the feelings of shame and anger etc.
You might consider speaking to your prescribing provider about adjusting either the medication or the dosage to see if there is a better option to help support you.
Hi! You might have missed it, but the title of this podcast is MissUnderstood because it is focused on women with ADHD who are significantly under diagnosed when compared to men. www.understood.org/en/research-and-surveys/understood-women-adhd-study-2024
Thank you Dr J I look forward to your videos every time!! So insightful.
Thank YOU!
Is there anything I can get help with?
Are you currently working with a therapist?
It’s also non feminine. Yes I know that is an old fashioned ideal, but still it’s assumed that women are neat and clean their places well. As is excited talking, and a whole host of other ADHD flaws. It’s something I can consciously challenge and reframe, so as to feel mentally better. But the shame and self disappointment is pervasive, maybe automatic. Or at least, it’s unconscious the feelings of shame and anger etc.
So true. It's great to reframe and reassign that shame!
Everything about this is me I have ADHD the medication that I'm on isn't helping me as well as past medications have worked
You might consider speaking to your prescribing provider about adjusting either the medication or the dosage to see if there is a better option to help support you.
And men?
Hi! You might have missed it, but the title of this podcast is MissUnderstood because it is focused on women with ADHD who are significantly under diagnosed when compared to men. www.understood.org/en/research-and-surveys/understood-women-adhd-study-2024