Ep 175 Debunking ADHD Myths and Addressing Realities with Dr. Andrew Cutler

30/10/2024 30 min Temporada 4 Episodio 175
Ep 175 Debunking ADHD Myths and Addressing Realities with Dr. Andrew Cutler

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Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Debunking Myths and Addressing Realities: A Comprehensive Look at ADHDJoin us this week on 'Conquering Your Fibromyalgia' as Dr. Michael Lenz hosts special guest Dr. Andrew Cutler, a distinguished psychiatrist . They discuss the evolution of ADHD understanding and treatment, challenging common myths and emphasizing its genetic neuropsychiatric nature. Dr. Cutler highlights the strengths of individuals with ADHD, such as creativity and problem-solving skills, and explores its relationship with other health conditions. They emphasize the importance of a holistic treatment approach, combining lifestyle changes, medication, and support for better outcomes. Tune in for insights into ADHD, its under-diagnosis, and effective management strategies.00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Conquering Fibromyalgia00:28 Special Guest Introduction: Dr. Andrew Cutler's Journey02:36 Unveiling ADHD: Myths, Insights, and Realities07:00 ADHD and Its Complex Intersections with Other Conditions15:03 The Genetic Nature of ADHD and the Importance of Treatment16:01 Lifestyle Medicine and ADHD: A Holistic Approach18:14 Addressing Myths and Misunderstandings in ADHD Treatment27:49 Personal Identity and ADHD: Navigating Self-Esteem and Potential30:04 Summary and Key Takeaways Click here for the YouTube channel Support the showWhen I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD. Please remember to talk with your doctor about your symptoms and care. This content doesn’t replace per...

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