The Briefing Leaders make huge housing pitch + My ADHD isn’t ‘trendy’
Apr 13, 2025
In this discussion, Dave Coghill, Chair of Developmental Mental Health at the University of Melbourne and President of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association, dives into the contentious landscape of ADHD diagnoses in Australia. He tackles the surge in cases, especially among adult women, and addresses claims that ADHD has become 'trendy,' a notion he argues harms those genuinely affected. The conversation also highlights the stigma surrounding ADHD and underscores the urgent need for better support and advocacy for individuals struggling with the disorder.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Tara's ADHD Journey
- Tara Cassidy shares her personal experience with ADHD diagnosis and the impact of societal stigma.
- She describes the dismissive comments she faced and how they led her to stop medication, hindering her progress for years.
Over- and Underdiagnosed
- ADHD is both overdiagnosed and underdiagnosed in Australia.
- While some receive the diagnosis without meeting full criteria, others lack access to assessments and remain undiagnosed.
Nuance in ADHD Discourse
- One-sided arguments on ADHD prevalence are misleading and harmful.
- Focusing on accurate assessments and diagnoses is crucial, rather than debating over- or under-diagnosis.