Parenting specialist explains why kids with ADHD mask | Experts Answer

Why do some kids with ADHD hide their symptoms — and what can parents do to help? Therapist and parenting specialist Kaitlin Soulé explains what ADHD masking is, why kids do it, and what signs to look out for. She also shares practical tips for helping kids feel safe enough to be themselves and get the support they need. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:19 What is ADHD masking? 00:54 Why do some kids with ADHD hide their symptoms? 01:28 Can ADHD go undiagnosed because of masking? 02:06 How can parents tell if their child is masking ADHD symptoms? 04:06 How does ADHD masking affect kids’ mental health? 05:30 How can I support my child who is masking their ADHD symptoms? For more on this topic: 3 generations of ADHD…and masking (Zoe Plotnick’s story) https://www.understood.org/en/podcasts/adhd-aha/generations-of-adhd-masking Masking ADHD symptoms to go above and beyond (René Brooks’ story) https://www.understood.org/en/podcasts/adhd-aha/masking-adhd-symptoms-rene-brooks Questions about learning and thinking differences? Get answers and expert-vetted resources by asking the AI-powered Understood Assistant: https://www.understood.org/en/assistant?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=assistant-agn-prod&utm_content=video Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at https://understood.org/give. For more resources, support, and excellent memes, subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/understoodorg/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Understood/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@understood.org Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/understoodorg/ #ADHDMasking #ADHD #Masking #ExpertsAnswer #ADHDinKids