Shareefa J Reveals How An ADHD Diagnosis Changed Her Life | Ep. 39

Shareefa J tells her fascinating story explaining how receiving an ADHD diagnosis changed her life. She grieved the life that could have been, but is grateful for finally getting an explanation for her struggles.She shares what she's learnt, and the coping strategies she's since put in place. This episode is dedicated to anyone who received a late life diagnosis ❤️Topics: 00:00 Intro and the Shareefa's chaotic life before diagnosis 05:39 Shareefa's relationship with 'masking'10:27 When she knew she had ADHD17:01 The medication experience 19:12 Grieving the life that could have been 21:11 Strategies to make life easier after ADHD diagnosis 28:51 Shareefa's ADHD Item 34:49 Washing machine of woes43:28 Are men and women equally represented?46:33 Is ADHD taken seriously on social media51:02 Your most impulsive thing52:29 How's your mental health today?Find Shareefa on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/shareefa_j/?hl=en-gbSupport ADHD Chatter:LinkedIn 👉 https://bit.ly/3m1qm8QInstagram 👉 https://bit.ly/3KuNXIrTikTok 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZxZNGdThis episode has been produced for entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to be taken as medical advice or advice in any way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.