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ADHD BBC Documentary One Year Later: "Is it really too easy to be diagnosed with ADHD?" Interview with Lucy Robinson
May 27, 2024
Interview with Lucy Robinson, Guardian editor, discussing challenges of undiagnosed ADHD post childbirth, struggles of mental health system, decades of underdiagnosis. ADHD skills highlighted: reliance on dopamine/sensory toolkit, grounding rituals, seeking support. References: The Guardian article on ADHD diagnosis, BBC Panorama on ADHD clinics. Insightful discussion on managing ADHD, societal perceptions, and personal reflections on ADHD documentary.
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- Personal struggles with undiagnosed ADHD highlighted, emphasizing importance of self-awareness and societal misconceptions.
- NHS struggles with long waiting lists and diagnostic difficulties underscore need for comprehensive assessments and improved resources.
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The Impact of the Panorama Documentary and Private ADHD Clinics
The podcast episode delves into the aftermath of the Panorama documentary and its exploration of private ADHD clinics, highlighting the controversy and impact it had on the ADHD community. While acknowledging the validity of the issues raised in the documentary regarding the lack of rigor in some private clinics' assessments, the discussion emphasizes the broader context of under-diagnosis and underfunding in the UK's ADHD diagnostics and treatment landscape.
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