ADHD Chatter The Psychologist Who's Assessed Over 700 Children for ADHD: "Here's what we NOW know about ADHD"
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Jul 21, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Dr. Daniel Weisberg, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with a decade of NHS experience, shares his insights on ADHD. He discusses how ADHD is often misunderstood, emphasizing the emotional struggles faced by affected individuals. Daniel explores the concept of rejection-sensitive dysphoria and its impact on relationships. He also highlights the importance of understanding ADHD in women and girls, while offering practical strategies for parenting neurodivergent children. His passion for supporting youth shines throughout this enlightening dialogue.
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ADHD's Iceberg: Seen & Unseen Traits
- ADHD behaviors visible above the surface are only part of the whole story.
- The hidden emotions and experiences beneath the surface drive the visible actions parents and teachers see.
Don’t Just React to Behavior
- Pause before reacting to ADHD behavior; see it as a communication.
- Understand the hidden reasons to respond supportively rather than punishively.
Childhood Nail Box Incident
- Alex shared a childhood story where a well-meaning idea led to trouble and intense emotional pain.
- This illustrates how misunderstood actions in ADHD can cause lasting trauma and feelings of injustice.
