Understanding ADHD in Black Women The Palette Within

"It begins with a simple but powerful message: we see you - and you are not alone."As Black women with ADHD,Ayana Gibbs and Stephanie Ozuo know what it feels like to spend years trying to keep up in a world that was never designed for you. They know the exhaustion of masking, misdiagnosis,and navigating the challenges and triumphs of this intersection of race, gender, and ADHD. Blending lived experience with professional clinical insight, the authors explore the unique realties of Black women with ADHD. From challenging myths and misconceptions - such as the harmful belief that Black people don't have ADHD - todiscussing co-occurring physical health challenges such as sickle cell conditions and mental health challenges like rejection sensitivity disorder, theyoffer neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive support. Understanding ADHD in Black Women is an homage to Black women with ADHD around the world. To those who have lost countless jobs and relationships, who have carried the weight of unfulfilled potential, and who have encountered barriers to accessing appropriate care and support, it offers not only answers, but recognition, solidarity and hope.