Maybe you can say « Yes, the superpower part is very cool, but it also comes with a lot of struggles ». And explain some of the struggles if the person is receptive, or just stop there if not.

whenever i’ve opened up about my diagnosis to neurotypical people in my life, i always get the “but its a superpower!!” response. I dont know how to respond in a way that doesnt come across as rude since i know theyre trying to be supportive, but im so tired of people who dont experience what i experience telling me its some great thing when its extremely debilitating and exhausting. what should i say???

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What to say to “adhd is a superpower!!”