"I did not want to be like the people who took Adderall in college!" is what Kendall proclaimed, the day she spoke with her doctor about finally getting on medication for her ADHD, 20 years after her original diagnosis.

Summary
In this conversation, Kendall Mariah discusses her experience with neurodivergency, specifically ADHD. She talks about the challenges she faces with hyper-processing and executive function, as well as the impact of medication on her daily life. Kendall also shares her recent trip to Kansas City and the importance of friendships in the military community. Overall, she emphasizes the need for understanding and support for individuals with ADHD.

Keywords

neurodivergency, ADHD, hyper-processing, executive function, medication, challenges, friendships, military community, women with ADHD, ADD, military spouse, Army wife

Takeaways

• Neurodivergency, such as ADHD, can manifest differently in individuals and impact various aspects of their lives.
• Hyper-processing and executive function challenges are common for individuals with ADHD.
• Medication can provide relief and help manage symptoms of ADHD.
• Friendships and support from the military community are important for individuals with ADHD.
• Understanding and accommodations are necessary to support individuals with ADHD.

Chapters

00:00
Navigating Neurodivergence and Family Time

02:40
Reflections on Friendship and Relationships

06:36
The Kansas City Trip: Challenges and Revelations

08:04
The Depth of Military Friendships

17:34
Navigating Neurodiversity: Understanding ADHD

30:10
Understanding the Capacity of the ADHD Brain

32:57
The Decision to Pursue Medication

35:34
The Impact of Overwhelm and Executive Function Challenges

39:40
Exploring ADHD Medication: Personal Experience and Perceptions

43:15
The Importance of Accommodations and Support for ADHD

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