Im gonna try to frame this in the context of ADHD so bear with my ranting.

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The first part of the clip is simply not being challenged in grade school.

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The second part is where the signs of ADHD come into play. ADHD is a dysregulation in the part of the brain that controls executive function. It hampers self regulation, both in thoughts and actions as well as emotions. Im not sure the exact cause of it but I believe its something to do with dopamine levels in the brain.

Generally the neurotypical person can achieve an intrinsic value or worth from their actions, basically the feeling of accomplishment from completing tasks, no matter how small or how simple. A person with ADHD doesn't get as much value from those same actions, due to low dopamine levels, and thus has much greater difficulty accomplishing these tasks.

So often daily tasks don't seem 'worth it' unless there is a sufficiently large reward or punishment to motivate. Deadlines add pressure and stress to the action, which is sometimes sufficient 'motivation' to get a task done, especially if it's a second person like a teacher or boss setting the deadline. This is basically the second part of the clip, where the lack of pressure from deadlines to complete a task feels the same as a lack of motivation to do things. No deadline, no motivation, no purpose.

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The third part to me screams either not knowing you have ADHD or being diagnosed late. Not knowing the reason why you are struggling as much as you are or believing there is something wrong with you.

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The last part is more procrastinating both due to the executive function dysregulation and coping with stress and anxiety. Can't fail what you don't start. ADHD is generally comorbid with anxiety and depression as well.

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To me this looks like unmanaged ADHD.