I Have ADHD Podcast 377 BITESIZE | Everyone Has ADHD? How to Respond to Dismissive, Ignorant Comments
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Feb 12, 2026 A pharmacist dismisses ADHD and sparks a heated voicemail reaction. Strategies are offered for calm, assertive replies to ignorant comments. Quick phrasing examples show how to redirect the conversation and hold others accountable. The segment encourages preparing responses and refusing to explain or justify your experience.
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Pharmacist Dismisses ADHD Diagnosis
- Tristan recounts a pharmacist telling them “everyone has ADHD” when refusing early medication refills.
- Kristen shares outrage and validates Tristan's experience as an example of dismissive ignorance.
Dismissal From Authority Is Harmful
- Kristen highlights that such comments dismiss diagnoses and imply medication is unnecessary.
- She frames the remark as ignorant, inappropriate, and harmful coming from a healthcare professional.
Have A Ready Response
- Prepare a short response in advance so you won't freeze when confronted with ignorant comments.
- Use questions like “What do you mean by that?” to put the burden on the speaker to explain.