Receiving an ADHD diagnosis can be life-changing—but it’s often just the beginning. In this episode, Kristen and Dr. Marcy Caldwell explore the ADHD Identity Model, a five-stage framework that explains how people process, accept, and integrate their diagnosis over time. Learn why identity work matters, how shame can keep us stuck, and what true self-understanding looks like after diagnosis.
Rewriting the Script on ADHD: From Shame to Radical Self-Understanding
March 31, 2026
Adult ADHD decoded: diagnosis, shame, strengths, and support.
