Pregnant Steph Claire Smith claims she ‘lost followers’ after revealing health diagnosis

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As a lifestyle expert with years of experience observing and analyzing social trends, I find it deeply concerning that Steph Claire Smith, a fitness influencer and role model, faced a backlash from her followers after announcing her ADHD diagnosis. It’s disheartening to see that in the 21st century, we still have such a narrow view of mental health conditions, reducing them to mere trends rather than acknowledging their profound impact on individuals’ lives.

Steph Claire Smith has stated that she’s experienced a decrease in her number of Instagram followers following her disclosure about having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The 30-year-old fitness influencer shared on Stellar’s podcast Something To Talk About that she experienced a significant increase in people unfollowing her after announcing her ADHD diagnosis.

She mentioned that there had been a significant increase in people unfollowing her, and upon examining the date, she realized it was on the day when she shared about her ADHD diagnosis.

Steph, anticipating the arrival of their second child with spouse Josh Miller, mentioned that historically, many women had been incorrectly diagnosed, and now, there is a growing understanding among people that they may have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Over the past couple of years, there’s been a distressing trend on the internet regarding ADHD diagnoses, as many individuals have been sharing their experiences, she added.

I understood that many people are tired of discussing this particular topic, which made me quite apprehensive about bringing it up.

In the spirit of openness, I took to sharing my health journey in a heartfelt disclosure last October, confessing that I felt a sense of relief upon receiving my medical diagnosis from a trusted physician.

On their shared podcast KICPOD, Steph opened up about how listening to Em Rusciano talk about her ADHD journey inspired her to get tested as well.

‘Just the other week, I was diagnosed with ADHD combined,’ she said on the podcast.

In our chat, Em shared about her late ADHD diagnosis, revealing aspects I hadn’t previously grasped. Despite my head nods and affirmations, I found myself resonating deeply with her experiences.

At some stage, she mentioned that I could have a touch of neurodivergence, and my initial reaction was, “I’m not sure.

In simpler terms, the woman with one child described the testing she experienced as a woman in her thirties, and she admitted that she had concerns about not getting a proper diagnosis.

She admitted that one aspect of the process that made her most apprehensive was wondering, “What if I don’t receive a diagnosis?” This uncertainty left her feeling even more bewildered because throughout her life, there have been certain traits that have consistently frustrated her.

Despite my repeated attempts, I’ve found it difficult to alter habits that seem stubbornly ingrained, or tasks that appear exceedingly complex compared to what others seem to find effortless.

With the diagnosis now in hand, I’m eager to delve deeper into its details and explore various strategies for self-care and improvement. Additionally, I look forward to discussing it openly with my family and friends, enabling them to grasp a clearer understanding as well.

This experience helped me gain some insight into why certain situations might have seemed harder than expected.

Steph is now part of a lengthening roster of well-known women disclosing their ADHD diagnoses, which includes Mia Freeman, Em Rusciano, and Abbie Chatfield.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects about one in 20 Australians.

As an ardent enthusiast, I can attest that it’s marked by consistent tendencies of inattention, impulsivity, and occasionally hyperactivity, as per ADHD Australia. It often coexists with difficulties in managing emotions.

Approximately half as many girls aged four to 11 receive a diagnosis for ADHD compared to boys in the same age group, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

Experts note that girls are less likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than boys, not because they don’t experience it, but rather due to the fact that the manifestation of ADHD in girls is often more subtle and less attention-seeking, making it easier for symptoms to go unnoticed or misdiagnosed.

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2024-11-26 00:18