S1 E19 Why December Breaks ADHD Women & Why We Don't Talk About It
Angry On The Inside - ADHD Women Talking Late DiagnosisShow Notes
December hits ADHD women differently. One minute you’re thriving on holiday dopamine, and the next you’re overstimulated, exhausted, and wondering why you’re hiding in the bathroom. Jess and Jeannine unpack the emotional overload, perfectionism pressure, family triggers, and DESR that make December feel impossible and why none of it means you’re failing. If the holidays break you a little, you are far from alone.
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