Professor Steve Faraone in conversation about ADHDSummary:In this episode of Talk ADHD, hosts Matt and Andrew engage in a deep conversation with Professor Steve Faraone about the complexities of ADHD, the importance of evidence-based treatment, and the challenges posed by misinformation on social media. They discuss the role of lived experience in understanding ADHD, the concept of neurodiversity, and the emerging discussion around AuDHD. The conversation also addresses concerns about overdiagnosis and the evolving understanding of ADHD in the medical community, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that incorporates both scientific evidence and personal experiences.Chapters00:00 talkADHD introduction00:57 I know the sound isn't great, but I have tried my best!01:57 Introducing Professor Steve Faraone04:09 The Importance of Evidence in ADHD Research05:58 Bridging the Gap: Social Media and ADHD Awareness07:33 The Complexity of ADHD Diagnosis09:17 Lived Experience vs. Scientific Evidence11:11 Neurodiversity: Understanding ADHD in Society15:34 The Stigma of ADHD and the Need for Treatment21:07 We still don't have sponsors. So please Like, Comment and Subscribe.21:59 Understanding ADHD: Beyond the Superpower Narrative23:56 Coexisting Conditions and is AUDHD a separate condition? 29:49 Overdiagnosis Concerns: A Closer Look35:53 Trusting Science: Navigating ADHD Treatment43:25: Closing thoughts from Professor FaraoneLinks:Professor Faraone's Website:https://www.adhdevidence.org/Professor Faraone's Book:Navigating ADHD Care: A Practical Guide for Adultshttps://a.co/d/1KF1QccTo contact Divergence for assessment or diagnosis https://www.divergenceuk.org/To download the divergenceADHD app and join our community, access special events and bonus podcast content:https://www.mobileappinvite.com/place-invites/invite-lp/71fbb0cd-db77-4bff-906c-15595449f1c4To work with Matt for neurodiversity training or speaking:https://www.thinkneurodiversity.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ver todos los episodios