Just Because You Can't See It Doesn't Mean It's Not There: Visibility for the Unseen: Advocating for a Different Kind of Disability

Hello friends and welcome back to Call Her Boss! October is ADHD Awareness Month, and this year's theme focuses on the diverse faces of ADHD—a topic close to my heart as both a late-diagnosed ADHD adult and a mother of a child with significant ADHD. In this episode, I share my personal journey, discuss the science behind ADHD and other invisible disabilities, and emphasize the unique challenges faced by those with conditions that aren’t immediately apparent. From skepticism to social exclusion, the struggle is real, but so is the need for advocacy and understanding. We explore actionable steps for advocacy, the critical role of empathy and belief, and the importance of knowing your rights under the ADA. Join me as we break stigma, offer support, and celebrate strengths. Let’s change the narrative together! 00:00 Welcome to Call Her Boss 00:19 Personal Connection to ADHD 02:18 Understanding Invisible Disabilities 04:17 The Science Behind ADHD and Autism 05:29 Advocacy and Action Steps 10:11 Practical Advocacy Tools 13:58 Final Thoughts and Encouragement