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Why ADHD gets missed in high-achieving women


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Do you look like you’re coping on the outside… whilst feeling overwhelmed underneath it all?

Many high-achieving women with ADHD go undiagnosed for years because they appear successful, capable and “high functioning” externally — whilst internally battling chronic overwhelm, perfectionism, anxiety and exhaustion.

In this episode of Pause Purpose Play, Clinical Psychologist and ADHD specialist Michaela Thomas explores why ADHD gets missed in high-achieving women, and the hidden cost of masking, overcompensating and holding everything together.

Inside the episode, Michaela explores:
  • ADHD masking and overfunctioning in women
  • why intelligent and successful women often get missed
  • the “good girl” adaptation and perfectionism
  • ADHD burnout and nervous system overwhelm
  • the difference between coping and truly thriving
  • why many women don’t seek support until later in life
  • Because many women with ADHD were never truly “fine”.
    They simply became exceptionally skilled at hiding the struggle — from others and from themselves.

    If this episode resonates and you’d like to explore ADHD assessment further, head on over to www.thethomasconnection.co.uk/adhd to learn more about compassionate online and in-person ADHD assessments for women.
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