Working mom with ADHD, feeling control over nothing (Cathy Rashidian’s story)

ADHD coach Cathy Rashidian spent the first 20 years of her career
climbing the corporate ladder. She was a workaholic with
undiagnosed ADHD. Then two major life events shifted her path and
perspective.  


At 35, she was diagnosed with cancer. She kept craving going back
to work after treatment, even though she wasn’t ready. Then she
had a baby at age 40. She felt overwhelmed and like she had
control over nothing. Finally, after her doctor’s fourth
suggestion, she got tested for ADHD. From there everything
started to make sense.  


Cathy, who’s also the host of the Proudly ADHD podcast,
talks about being a working mom with ADHD, her PMDD diagnosis,
and “compassionate scheduling” to feel and function as best as
possible. Join host Laura Key and Cathy’s discussion on ADHD in
women, parenting, shame, and more. 


To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit
the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our
listeners. Email us at ADHDAha@understood.org.  
Related resources

Cathy’s podcast Proudly ADHD

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