1d ago
5 Reasons I Talk About My ADHD, Even When It Makes Me Cringe
"Having ADHD doesn't make me feel exceptional. I consider myself lucky that my specific kind of oddity falls into a well-established, studied cluster. Not everyone is so fortunate.
I usually cringe when I tell folks I have ADHD. The inner eye roll is palpable. Once more, here we go. These days, everyone wants a label. I'm concerned that the person I'm speaking with may question whether I truly understand or interpret my revelation as a claim of uniqueness. I understand how people could interpret it. I recognize that some people seem to base their identity on their neurodivergence. There is a screw-you thrill in yelling from the rooftops that you like who you are and have finally found your squad, yet endless flying kicks to the ego cause deep and permanent wounds.
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