Episode 49 - The Pressure to be “Perfect”

In this eye-opening and heartfelt episode, Jami Shapiro welcomes healthcare professional, patient advocate, and fellow ADHDer Kayva Jha for a conversation that bridges deeply personal experience with professional insight.

From discovering ADHD in her own family to navigating perfectionism, eating disorders, and the healthcare system, Kayva’s story shines a light on the hidden ways ADHD shapes our lives—especially for women. She shares how perfectionism can mask ADHD symptoms, how self-worth often gets tangled in achievement, and why nutrition and mental health are deeply connected.

Jami and Kayva also explore the surprising link between ADHD and chronic health issues, the challenges of compliance with medical care, and the life-changing role of social connection in recovery. Together, they break down how stigma, shame, and lack of awareness can delay ADHD diagnosis for decades—and how self-acceptance can open the door to healing.

Whether you’re living with ADHD, supporting someone who is, or curious about the mind-body connection, this conversation will inspire you to honor your strengths, seek help when you need it, and never give up on yourself.

Thank you for joining us for this episode of Grandma Has ADHD! We hope Jami's journey and insights into ADHD shed light on the unique challenges faced by older adults. Stay tuned for more episodes where we’ll explore helpful resources, share personal stories, and provide guidance for those navigating ADHD. Don’t forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends who might benefit. Remember, Make the rest of your life the best of your life.

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