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Makenzy was diagnosed with ADHD at age 28

Hear Makenzy diagnosed with ADHD as an adult share her story in this video. Learn the signs and take the first step toward support today.

Video Transcription

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The thing about ADHD that I did not understand for the longest time, and that actually prevented me from getting the correct diagnosis, is that ADHD does not have one face.

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It does not look one way.

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Because I was always told when I was younger that ADHD was something that happened to little boys who cannot sit still, I never thought that I could have it.

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I was misdiagnosed with anxiety at 18, and it took until I was 28 years old to realize that I had ADHD.

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If you decide that medication is not the right avenue for you, having the language to understand what you have and how it affects you can be incredibly helpful.

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It helps you understand yourself, the things you deal with, the challenges you face, and how to find ways to cope.

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That does not mean you have to go to therapy.

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That does not mean you have to take medication.

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Reaching out and getting a specific diagnosis can help you so much.

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LifeStance Health offers a range of mental health services, from psychiatric care to therapy.

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They provide telehealth services, so you can get care from the comfort of your home, which is much more convenient.

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If you struggle with ADHD, you know how important convenience can be.

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If you are struggling, please reach out.

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You do not have to face this alone.