The Power of Early ADHD Screening and Diagnosis in Girls with Cynthia Hammer

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This week, I’m joined by Cynthia Hammer, author, advocate, and founder of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition. Diagnosed with ADHD at 49, Cynthia shares her powerful story of living undiagnosed for decades and how that experience inspired her mission to raise awareness, especially for girls who are so often overlooked.

We explore the emotional and practical effects of late diagnosis, why inattentive ADHD remains under-recognised, and how early intervention can make a lasting difference. Cynthia’s journey is both inspiring and validating, especially for those questioning whether ADHD has shaped their own path.

Tune in to learn why early recognition matters and how it could change lives, starting with the next generation of girls. What You’ll Learn ✨ Why ADHD in girls is still frequently missed or misdiagnosed due to masking and societal expectations

✨ The emotional toll of undiagnosed ADHD and misunderstanding of inattentive ADHD

✨ The role of early diagnosis for ADHD girls and screening for the whole family

✨ Signs teachers and parents can look for to diagnose ADHD

✨ How to shift from shame and negative self-talk to self-compassion and understanding

✨ Cynthia Hammer’s personal journey with adult diagnosis and her advocacy through the Inattentive ADHD Coalition and FINDtheADHDgirls project

✨ The evolution of ADHD awareness and what the future of diagnosis and support might look like

✨ The power of community and advocacy to empower women in the next generation navigating ADHD Timestamps 05:33 – Getting diagnosed at 49: Cynthia’s ADHD story

09:39 – Why girls are so often missed in school systems

16:33 – The impact of misdiagnosis and gender bias

22:31 – From self-criticism to self-acceptance: Cynthia’s mindset shift

28:13 – ADHD and family dynamics

31:10 – The need for better ADHD screening and early support

Find out more about Cynthia and her work via her website, www.iadhd.org or via Instagram.

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