Parenting is challenging for everyone, but when you are neurodivergent and raising a neurodivergent child, the experience comes with its own unique complexities. You are navigating not only your child’s needs but also your own neurological differences, all within a society that is often designed for neurotypical people. This dual role can be deeply rewarding, […]
Hiding in Plain Sight – The Cost of Masking for Autistic and ADHD Women
Imagine living each day on stage, carefully scripting your every move to appear “normal.” If you’re an autistic or ADHD woman, this likely feels familiar. Masking means hiding your neurodivergent traits to fit into a neurotypical world. It’s a survival tactic many women use to avoid stigma or standing out. Because this hidden struggle is often misunderstood, […]
The Price of Late Diagnosis – How Undiagnosed ADHD Affects Women’s Lives
For too long, ADHD has been seen as a childhood condition affecting boisterous boys who struggle to sit still. Women, particularly those who exhibit less overt hyperactivity, have often been overlooked, misdiagnosed, or dismissed entirely. The consequences of this neglect are extensive, impacting every aspect of life—from education and career to relationships and self-worth. Without early […]
The Silent Struggle – Women with ADHD and the Battle for Recognition
For decades, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) has been perceived as a condition that primarily affects young, hyperactive boys who struggle to sit still in classrooms. This profoundly ingrained stereotype has led to a widespread misunderstanding of how ADHD manifests in women and girls, leaving many to suffer in silence, dismissed and misdiagnosed. The lived […]
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