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ADHD and: Perfectionism
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Imagine a teacher spending countless hours perfecting her lesson plans. But never feeling quite satisfied with her work. And her desires for perfection begin to create a cycle that ends in exhaustion.
The need for things to be perfect can be a common challenge for some women with ADHD. These challenges often stem from other symptoms of ADHD, like trouble with focus or organization.
Listen as Dr. J explains the connection between ADHD and perfectionism. And shares ways to help.
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