In this special birthday episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro is joined by two very important guests—her oldest child, Will, and her mother, Vicky. Together, they explore the experience of ADHD across three generations, sharing stories, struggles, and insights into how ADHD manifests differently in each of them.
ADHD often runs in families, and many parents only recognize their own ADHD after their children are diagnosed. Jami reflects on her journey of self-discovery, her mother's late diagnosis, and how their experiences shaped their family dynamic. Will shares their own perspective on growing up with an ADHD parent and grandparent, while Vicky talks about her years of undiagnosed ADHD and how the diagnosis has helped her reframe her life experiences.
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