Who Do You Tell About Your Child’s ADHD?
In the days and weeks following an ADHD diagnosis, many families enter a disorienting whirlwind of books, articles, videos, and next steps.
In the midst of this ADHD education and understanding, one question inevitably arises: Who else needs to know?Some parents find that open and unbarred communication is essential for increasing acceptance and recognition of the disorder.
Others lead toward discretion for fear of labeling their child, or to protect their privacy. We asked ADDitude readers how (or whether) they go about sharing their child’s ADHD diagnosis.“I am very open and casual about it — my child has brown hair, gets really good grades, is intelligent and wise, has ADHD, and is into art and music.” — Toni, Australia“I share openly about both of my children’s ADHD diagnoses as well as my own. I share absolutely everything I know to the point of oversharing (hello, ADHD).
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