The ADHD Adults Podcast Episode 179 The History of ADHD
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Feb 10, 2025 Discover the intriguing history of ADHD, from its complex neurological roots to societal misconceptions. The hosts share humorous anecdotes about their misadventures and the evolution of its diagnosis, including shifts in the DSM-5. They dive into how hormonal changes affect symptoms, blending personal reflections with research insights. With playful banter and a lighthearted audience Q&A, the discussion emphasizes the validity of ADHD experiences and challenges stereotypes while keeping listeners engaged and entertained.
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ADHD's Long History
- ADHD isn't a modern condition caused by technology, it's been around for centuries.
- The first medical reference to ADHD-like symptoms dates back to 1775 in a German text.
Early ADHD Descriptions
- The first medical reference described individuals with ADHD as "easily distractible, lacking perseverance, overactive, impulsive."
- The author also characterized them as "unwary, careless, flighty, and bacchanalian."
Early Understanding of Inattention
- In 1798, Alexander Crichton described inattention as an inability to perceive clearly from any other sense when one sense or thought occupies the mind.
- Crichton's observation predates modern psychology's focus on mental illness.