The general public’s perception of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) isn’t exactly a positive one, which is unfortunate because people who truly struggle with ADHD often feel misunderstood and wrongly judged. I often hear statements such as “ADHD isn’t real” and “ADHD is an excuse for laziness” and feel the need to defend people with ADHD right away because, for the most part, nobody really knows the extent of the struggles of ADHD, unless you have it or are close to someone who does.
Last month was Mental Health Awareness Month, but we must keep the conversations going to break stigma. And one important step is to better understand the mental health struggles that many of us experience, so check out my article here on Healthline as I debunk 5 common misconceptions about ADHD!
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