Would you be offended if someone talked about ADHD on their blog or webinar without an official diagnosis? So that person may or may not have ADHD, but wants to talk about it. Asking for a friend. š
To me this is a Hard YES š¤©. Albeit I am (too late to the party, and) just undiagnosed ADHD, with a high suspicion I have one. You and your friend can talk about ADHD if you so want š
I think that depends on the situation. Itās hard to get a diagnosis for many people and I think you can dive deep into the subject of ADHD without formal training or a diagnosis. If you think you have it and dive deep down this rabbit hole, and then share what youāve learned and what works for you and such, I wouldnāt be offended at all. Actually I think it can even be helpful to share your journey to help others that are on the same path. If you (or your friend š) only talks about it to have a subject for a social media account, I think it will be obvious that itās insincere and just for clicks. I donāt think it would offend me, but I wouldnāt have a positive reaction. Iām guessing youāre part of the first group of people, so just start sharing your journey and your audience will find you.
I dont understand the context. What is the purpose of the discussion? Are they talking about their struggle or like just about adhd in general? Regardless, i feel like people who dont have it dont think its real or they may think its real but they dont really believe it to be as difficult to live with as people may have tried to explain it to them. Id appreciate that person to not say anything that may further skepticism regarding it. Like i struggle in the mornings and i run late constantly. Even if i prep thennight before. I dont think anyone has ever really showed empathy when i explain it, more eye rolls and thinking its an excuse for ābeing irresponsibleā. So what is it the person wants to say
