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Dr. Elise Fallucco talks with parents and neurodiversity advocates Ashley and Lauren about the concept of 'masking' symptoms in ADHD. They discuss how children, especially girls, consciously or unconsciously camouflage their ADHD symptoms to fit into social norms, and the emotional toll it takes. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Ashley and Lauren reveal how they identified masking in their children and the impact it has on their emotional well-being and self-esteem. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing strengths and the therapeutic value of a diagnosis.

00:00 Talk with Parents about Masking of symptoms in ADHD

01:25 Masking Symptoms of ADHD

02:58 Noticing Behavioral Differences at Home and School

04:39 Masking Symptoms at School

06:51 Challenges in Diagnosing ADHD

09:43 Personal Experiences with ADHD

10:51 Struggles with ADHD and Masking

12:01 Understanding Executive Functioning Challenges

12:49 The Importance of Diagnosis and Labels

13:44 ADHD Superpowers in Children

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