The article reflects the internal turmoil faced by the author, a 33-year-old clinical psychologist struggling with an ADHD diagnosis. After years of suspicion and waiting due to fears of stigma and mislabeling, the author finally decides to seek help. A simple mistake regarding prescription details triggers overwhelming frustration and emotional release. The narrative highlights the challenges of managing ADHD, particularly for women who often face unique stigmas that complicate their diagnosis and treatment, illustrating a broader conversation about mental health awareness and understanding in society.
I had finally started the process of confirming my diagnosis and seeking help. Admittedly, I waited too long, because right after I hung up, I even surprised myself with that agonizing scream that reverberated throughout my kitchen.
This-the keeping it all together and under wraps, the making sure no one viewed me as drug-seeking (because I wasn't), the persistent mess-ups, and the running out of excuses to explain them away.
Honestly, the main reason was the stigma and the fear that I would be mislabeled as incapable in my role as a clinical psychologist.
The deep misunderstanding of ADHD in females and the thought that I would be viewed in a negative light contributed significantly to the delay in seeking help.
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