AITA for going behind my mum's back to get a diagnosis?
A 17-year-old boy lives in the shadow of his twin sister, constantly measured against her academic success by their parents.
Despite his sharp mind and deep desire to succeed, he battles an invisible struggle—his mind often clouded by focus issues and a frustratingly poor memory, making school a relentless challenge.
While his sister effortlessly excels, he faces the crushing weight of expectations and misunderstanding, yearning to break free from the unfair comparisons.
His story is one of quiet resilience, the painful gap between effort and recognition, and the desperate hope that his worth will one day be seen beyond grades.
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The user is struggling with parental dismissal of their newly confirmed ADHD diagnosis, which directly conflicts with their parents' insistence on academic perfection modeled after their twin sister.
The central conflict arises from the parents viewing the diagnosis as an excuse rather than a legitimate explanation for the user's long-standing academic difficulties.
Given the parental rejection of the diagnosis and the attempt to control the user's social influences, the core question remains: Should the user prioritize seeking validation and support from external sources, like their boyfriend's family, even if it directly defies their parents' explicit instructions regarding relationships and personal health choices?
Strong Takes and Sharper Words from the Crowd:
Support, sarcasm, and strong words — the replies covered it all. This one definitely got people talking.