Don ’ t Be Hard on Me! Explain Adult ADHD

Part of #ExplainAdultADHD.  A campaign to reduce the ignorance, misinformation, and stigma against adults with ADHD. Don’t Be Hard on Me! “As an adult with ADHD, I will always feel child-like and therefore feel like those in positions of authority (bosses, leaders, parents, elders) expect me to “grow out of” some of my symptoms. I wish they would embrace those qualities in me instead of trying to be “hard” on me- as surely I will be able to meet goals and please them due to my need to succeed, but inside I will feel depressed, angry, anxious, and stressed. If they knew how difficult it is to put on a happy face and “endure” like I do, especially as an adult woman, I’m sure they would have more compassion in dealing with me. I don’t know if this makes sense, but when dealing with an ADHD adult, just TALK to them and ask them about their inner world- show compassion and you will be able to better understand their daily and lifelong struggle!” By Mia. Please share this post online with the hashtag #ExplainAdultADHD to help explain adult ADHD to non-ADHD adults so they understand us better. See other #ExplainAdultADHD stories here. What is the most important point about adult ADHD you want non-ADHD adults to know? Share it anonymously or with your full name and help reduce ignorance, shame, and stigma against your fellow ADHD adults here. Related Posts:I Have A Very Hard Time “Reading”…W...
Source: Adult ADD Strengths - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Explain Adult ADHD To Non-ADHD Adults Source Type: blogs