In this episode of Latine ADHD, Dr. Janice Castro sits down with Latina therapist Chantall Hernandez, LMFT, to talk about how ADHD shows up inside romantic relationships.
ADHD doesn’t only impact work or school.
It shows up in relationships.
You might see:
• Missed follow-through
• Time blindness
• Difficulty prioritizing
• Emotional overwhelm
• Perfectionism
• Resentment building on both sides
Chantall shares how ADHD can create painful misunderstandings, especially when one partner feels like they’re trying hard, and the other feels like they’re not trying at all.
This episode explores:
✨ Why follow-through is harder than intention
✨ How shame from childhood can resurface in adult relationships
✨ The impact of cultural expectations, especially for Latinas
✨ How compassion and accountability can exist at the same time
✨ What to say if you feel misunderstood in your relationship
This is not about excusing behavior.
It’s about understanding what’s happening underneath it.
Communication changes when there’s clarity.
And relationships grow stronger when there’s grace on both sides.
If you suspect ADHD is affecting your relationship, this conversation offers language, insight, and hope.
Connect with Chantall Hernandez, LMFT:
Instagram: @Chantall.lmft
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