Everything Is Awesome!
A lot of people with ADHD feel misunderstood by other people. It’s a common misconception that people with ADHD are attention-seekers who love being the center of every social situation. That’s not always the case! This person explains that it’s hard to contain their excitement about certain things and people interpret that as attention-seeking behavior.
The thing is, they want to share their excitement with others! A lot of people with ADHD can feel overwhelmingly excited and can’t hold in their emotions. This can be off-putting to some people who tend to have a calmer demeanor. Being loud and emotionally intense is just the way they share their joy! So, next time you’re tempted to call someone a show-off, just remember that they may have ADHD and their excitement is being misinterpreted.