Tag: undiagnosed adhd
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Ant McPartlin Opens Up About Late ADHD Diagnosis and Its Impact on His Life
In an eye-opening revelation, Ant McPartlin, widely recognized as one half of the popular TV duo Ant and Dec, has candidly shared his struggles with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which went undiagnosed until he was 43 years old. This disclosure came after a challenging period in his life, including a highly publicized drink-driving incident…
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Shackles of Internalised Stigma
Stigma against adult ADHD leads to isolation and fear. The perception that people are faking their diagnoses to gain benefits is harmful. Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) often carries a silent burden – the weight of internalized stigma. Unlike its childhood counterpart, adult ADHD frequently goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, leaving individuals struggling with feelings of…
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Puzzle of Age: Cognitive Decline or Missed ADHD?
As we age, it’s natural to worry about memory loss and cognitive decline. However, George Keepers, MD, Chair and Professor of Psychiatry at Oregon Health Sciences School of Medicine, suggests that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) could play a role in some cases. This overlap between ADHD and aging raises important questions about how we…
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What is the Point of Health Advocacy?
Why am I or fellow advocates are spending considerable amount of our time and effort for this advocacy? What is Advocacy in Healthcare? Advocacy in healthcare refers to the act of speaking up for or representing the interests, needs, and rights of individuals or groups in the healthcare system. What are the various forms of…
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Serious Consequences of Undiagnosed ADHD
Exposing the serious consequences of undiagnosed ADHD, this narrative calls urgently for early intervention. Unveil the shadows, protect vulnerable lives. Shadows of Undiagnosed ADHD In a compelling account recently featured on Your Tango, an intimate narrative unfolds, revealing the often-overlooked consequences of undiagnosed ADHD. The author courageously shares her childhood experiences, casting a sobering light…