Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental condition associated with impairments across educational, occupational, and social domains. Individuals with ADHD are often exposed to misunderstanding and negative evaluation, which can contribute to stigma and psychological distress. Recently, “masking”-efforts to conceal or compensate for ADHD-related characteristics to meet social expectations-has been discussed as a potential behavioral response to stigma, yet…
