ADHD Chatter 2 Vital Lessons From A Late Diagnosed ADHD Woman - Dez Rock
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Jul 9, 2024 Dez Rock, a CEO navigating her late ADHD diagnosis, discusses avoiding small talk, relationships, and the impact of status on ADHD perception. She reflects on how ADHD shows up in marriage and parenting, while embracing neurodiversity in her family. Rock shares heart-wrenching moments and the positives ADHD brings, likening it to a 'washing machine of woes.'
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ADHD Perception
- Societal standing, cultural background, and other factors influence ADHD perception.
- Dez Rock rejects the notion of a neurotypical standard and embraces neurodiversity.
Self-Diagnosis Toxicity
- Self-diagnosing ADHD via TikTok is toxic and unhelpful due to its unique fingerprint-like nature.
- Dez Rock emphasizes that ADHD manifests differently, citing her lack of time blindness as an example.
Relationship Challenges
- Dez Rock reflects on past struggles with friendships and relationships due to undiagnosed ADHD.
- She wishes she had known earlier to navigate those challenges better.