Masking and Late Diagnosis in Adults with ADHD
Sun, Jun 07
|8778 Penrose Ln room 2
Many adults with ADHD have spent years masking their struggles—often without realizing it. Join ADHDKC Adults on June 7th for an open discussion about masking, burnout, late diagnosis, and the emotional journey of finally understanding yourself. Connect, learn, and share in a supportive community.
Time & Location
Jun 07, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
8778 Penrose Ln room 2, 8778 Penrose Ln room 3, Lenexa, KS 66219, USA
Guests
About the event
Masking and Late Diagnosis in Adults with ADHD
ADHDKC Adult Support Group Event
Many adults with ADHD have spent years hiding or compensating for their symptoms—often without even realizing it.
Masking can develop as a survival strategy to manage daily challenges, avoid judgment, or meet societal expectations. While these coping strategies may help in the short term, long-term masking can contribute to:
Burnout and chronic exhaustion
Anxiety or depression