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WS43 Entrepreneurship, Technology, and ADHD Coaching with Christal Wang.
Feb 12, 2025
Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer, has transformed ADHD coaching by facilitating over 40,000 sessions. She dives into the misconceptions surrounding ADHD diagnoses and the need for a nuanced understanding. Christal shares her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing how spontaneity and curiosity are crucial for success. She discusses the importance of nurturing individual strengths in children, alongside her reflections on mental health approaches during the pandemic. Her insights advocate for a strength-based, supportive environment for neurodivergent individuals.
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Quick takeaways
- Addressing the rise in ADHD medication prescriptions highlights the importance of accurate diagnoses and the potential for misunderstanding in treatment approaches.
- Negative feedback and societal misconceptions contribute to the stigma around ADHD, leading to feelings of inadequacy that individuals must overcome.
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The Overprescription of ADHD Medication
There is a significant concern regarding the overprescription of ADHD medications such as Adderall and Ritalin, particularly among children in the U.S. Reports suggest that 15% of American children are on these medications, raising alarms over possible misuse and the normalization of drug use as a solution. However, the actual percentage diagnosed with ADHD, according to the CDC, is approximately 11.4%, with around 62% of these children receiving stimulant treatments. This discrepancy highlights the urgent need to address the misperceptions surrounding ADHD and its treatment options.
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