Professor Steve Faraone in conversation about ADHD
Summary:
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.
Chapters
00:00 talkADHD introduction
00:57 I know the sound isn't great, but I have tried my best!
01:57 Introducing Professor Steve Faraone
04:09 The Importance of Evidence in ADHD Research
05:58 Bridging the Gap: Social Media and ADHD Awareness
07:33 The Complexity of ADHD Diagnosis
09:17 Lived Experience vs. Scientific Evidence
11:11 Neurodiversity: Understanding ADHD in Society
15:34 The Stigma of ADHD and the Need for Treatment
21:07 We still don't have sponsors. So please Like, Comment and Subscribe.
21:59 Understanding ADHD: Beyond the Superpower Narrative
23:56 Coexisting Conditions and is AUDHD a separate condition?
29:49 Overdiagnosis Concerns: A Closer Look
35:53 Trusting Science: Navigating ADHD Treatment
43:25: Closing thoughts from Professor Faraone
Links:
Professor Faraone's Website:
https://www.adhdevidence.org/
Professor Faraone's Book:
Navigating ADHD Care: A Practical Guide for Adults
https://a.co/d/1KF1Qcc
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