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ADHD diagnosis gave this author a 'reason to forgive herself'

ADHD diagnosis gave this author a 'reason to forgive herself'
health9/11/2025

In Carla Ciccone's reported memoir "Nowhere Girl," she asks why women and girls are largely left out of ADHD research and undiagnosed until adulthood.

After Carla Ciccone gave birth to her daughter, she spiraled with shame and self-hatred. She felt lost. She felt like a fraud. Part of her had always felt an aching imposter syndrome and a difficulty controlling her emotions. She knew she needed ther... [6061 chars]