ADHD Wise Squirrels for late-diagnosed adults with ADHD. WS62 Hello, ADHD. Now What? with Dave Delaney
Nov 5, 2025
Dave Delaney shares his journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at 50, shedding light on common misconceptions and comorbidities. He tackles the overwhelm that often leads to paralysis and offers practical strategies to overcome it. Exploring whether ADHD can be a superpower, he emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and compassion. The discussion includes insights on medication, therapy, and innovative tools like body doubling for accountability. Ultimately, it's a heartfelt reminder to embrace one’s neurodiversity and practice self-care.
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Context Shapes The 'Superpower' Story
- Consider privilege when evaluating 'ADHD as a superpower' narratives.
- Understand that resources and context shape whether ADHD feels like a strength or burden.
Combine Medication With Therapy
- Use medication and therapy together: psychiatric management for meds and CBT for therapy.
- Expect trials to find the right medication and dose; the eureka moment isn't guaranteed.
A Week Off Revealed The Difference
- Dave describes taking a week off stimulants and feeling like he was treading water, then drowning.
- The absence of medication exposed how much it had been supporting his functioning.