Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Many adults with ADHD describe feeling like they’re “winging it” or waiting to be exposed as incompetent, even when they’re performing well. These imposter-style thoughts…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Many adults with ADHD struggle to judge their performance accurately. It’s common to underestimate strengths, overestimate weaknesses, or assume “I always get…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Many people with ADHD describe feeling like a “fraud” despite clear evidence of their abilities. These imposter-style thoughts often grow from years…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
For people with ADHD, confidence often takes a hit after years of hearing “try harder” or feeling behind. Positive affirmations…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Mindfulness can play an important supporting role in cognitive restructuring for ADHD. Rather than replacing CBT, mindfulness helps people become…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
People with ADHD often describe patterns of self-criticism, black-and-white thinking, and feeling “behind” compared with others. According to NICE guidance, psychological approaches…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Living with ADHD often means carrying years of “I’m lazy”, “I’m unreliable”, or “I always mess things up”. Cognitive restructuring is a core…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Many adults with ADHD describe a persistent sense of “not being good enough”, “fooling people”, or feeling undeserving of their…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Many adults with ADHD experience deep-rooted self-doubt; feeling like a “fraud”, minimising achievements or worrying they are not “really” capable. Although research hasn’t yet examined ADHD-specific imposter…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
Imposter syndrome and low confidence
Adults with ADHD often face lower self-esteem than the general population. A 2024 systematic review found that self-esteem difficulties are…
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Posted: December 24, 2025
Author: Phoebe Carter, MSc
Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS