Small Talk: 10 ADHD Lies and How to Stop Believing Them Lie 1: I'm just lazy. Truth: ADHD can make it hard to focus and stay motivated. Lie 2: I'm a failure. Truth: ADHD can make it hard to succeed in traditional ways, but it doesn't mean you're a failure. Lie 3: I'm not good enough. Truth: ADHD can make you feel like you're not good enough, but you are. Lie 4: I'll never be able to control my ADHD. Truth: ADHD can be managed with medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes. Lie 5: I'm a burden to others. Truth: ADHD can be challenging for others to understand, but it doesn't mean you're a burden. Lie 6: I'm too old to change. Truth: ADHD can be managed at any age. Lie 7: I'm not smart enough. Truth: ADHD can make it hard to learn in traditional ways, but it doesn't mean you're not smart. Lie 8: I'm not creative. Truth: ADHD can make you think differently, which can lead to creativity. Lie 9: I'm not capable of success. Truth: ADHD can make it hard to achieve success, but it doesn't mean you're not capable. Lie 10: I'm not worthy of love. Truth: ADHD can make it hard to feel loved, but you are worthy of love.