We’re the resource for the 70 million people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia.

Joined May 2009
"I think because I was sort of punished for the symptoms that I exhibited from ADHD, I hid a lot of it." Emily's trouble with executive function made her feel like a failure to their traditional Asian family. Listen to how her diagnosis changed that: understood.org/podcasts/adhd…
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"There's so much that goes with shame and it kind of paralyzes you, which makes anxiety and everything else worse." Learn how Dr. Kojo is fighting the shame and stigma around mental health on this episode of "ADHD Aha!": u.org/45OEJP0
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With #ADHD, some days can feel like a struggle. But you’ve got this. 💪💪💪 #tuesdayvibe
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Myth 💭 : People with dyslexia need to try harder to read every word correctly. Fact ✅ : Research shows that the brain functions differently in people with dyslexia, and trying harder has nothing to do with it. It’s the type of instruction that makes a difference.
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Teens with #ADHD are more likely to take risks and act impulsively than other kids.
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Honored to partner with @UnderstoodOrg as our accessibility partner for the #EqualityLounge @ #CannesLions2023 this year. Let's embrace neurodiversity as a catalyst for positive change! Read more here @CampaignLiveUS 👉 campaignlive.com/article/can…
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What’s your favorite tip for minimizing workplace distractions? 🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️
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"We all have unique learning styles on a spectrum. Discovering our individual superpowers and leveraging them can empower us to both help ourselves and guide others in supporting us." - @NathanWFriedman @UnderstoodOrg #EqualityLounge #CannesLions2023
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Some Juneteenth reading from me: The @Cannes_Lions festival is happening this week, and @femalequotient and @UnderstoodOrg are partnering for the first-ever Equality Lounge at the festival in supporting neurodiversity. I talked to execs all about it. forbes.com/sites/stevenaquin…
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@UnderstoodOrg, a nonprofit raising awareness of the challenges, skills, and strengths of people who learn and think differently, is the official accessibility partner of The #EqualityLounge at this year’s Cannes Lions festival. Read more in Forbes: forbes.com/sites/stevenaquin…
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Does your ADHD affect your self-esteem? If so, how?
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Reminder 🔔🔔🔔: Try not to take it personally when friends cancel plans. You never know what you’re going through.
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Let’s talk… At what age should kids have access to social media? 👨‍💻 📱 🤳 👩‍💻 Let us know what you think in the comments.
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What role does #socialmedia play in people's understanding of #Neurodivergence and parenting? Check out @UnderstoodOrg's 'Neurodiversity and Social Media Study' for helpful information and facts. @HarrisPoll @mom2summit #TSEclientwork Read more here 👇: mediacenter.understood.org/2…
Welcome to Mom 2.0 Summit, a conference buzzing with content creators, marketers, and those aspiring to break into the multi-million dollar industry of mom influencing. @janai and #ImpactOnHulu take a look at the lucrative corner of the internet called “mom-fluencing."
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3 areas of self-control affected by #ADHD: 🗣️ Impulse control 🤬 Emotional control 🚶‍♀️Movement control
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Which #ADHD trait do you wish people talked about more? 🔊🔊🔊
3%People pleasing
21%Perfectionism
21%Imposter syndrome
55%All of the above
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Myth: Only boys have ADHD. 👦 Fact: Boys are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD, but that doesn’t mean girls don’t have it. 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ #ADHD symptoms in girls can be different and are often overlooked.
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Behind the scenes with @UnderstoodOrg's Jenny Wu before her @mom2summit welcome speech! #mom2summit #beunderstood #WunderMom #TSEclientwork
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Impactful and meaningful conversations on getting children the support they need at an early age to manage life with learning and thinking differences. @mom2summit @UnderstoodOrg @katiemcrenshaw #mom2summit #WunderMom #TSEclientwork
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