ADHD Focus with David Pomeroy, MD

What Is Asperger’s Syndrome Anyway?

Jun 27, 2023

Dr. David Pomeroy interviews Dr. Thomas Brown, a clinical psychologist specializing in ADHD and related disorders. They discuss the distinctions between Asperger's syndrome and autism spectrum disorder, sensitivity to stimulation in individuals with Asperger's, social challenges faced by individuals with Asperger's, approaches to therapy and medication for ADHD, and explore Dr. Brown's books on ADHD.

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Medication, particularly stimulants, may not address all the symptoms of Asperger's, such as social interaction and emotional regulation.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be helpful in providing strategies for individuals with Asperger's, but didactic approaches addressing specific behaviors and their impact on others may be more effective.

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Medication for ADHD and Asperger's

Medication, particularly stimulants, can be effective in treating ADHD symptoms, but they may not address all the symptoms of Asperger's. It is important to start with a low dose and gradually increase to find the right dosage. Medication can help with symptoms of impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity, but may not improve social interaction or emotional regulation.

Introduction

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The Distinction Between Asperger's Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Sensitivity to stimulation in individuals with Asperger's Syndrome

18min

Understanding the Differences: Social Awkwardness vs. Asperger's Syndrome

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Approaches to Therapy and Medication for ADHD

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Understanding Social Challenges for Individuals with Asperger's

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Exploring Dr. Thomas Brown's Books and Expertise on ADHD

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What is Asperger’s Syndrome anyway? Is it like autism? Can someone have ADHD and Asperger’s? How is that determined? In this show Thomas Brown PhD and I discuss the answers to these questions and more. Dr. Brown is one of the pre-eminent clinicians and authorities in the field of ADHD and associated disorders, I am privileged to have him as my guest today. Dr. Brown has published 30 scientific journal articles and written seven books on ADHD over his career as a clinical psychologist specializing in the field of ADHD and co-occurring disorders. After serving on the clinical faculty of Yale Medical School for 25 years he recently relocated to Manhattan Beach, California, to open the Brown Clinic for Attention and Related Disorders. His latest book is ADHD and Asperger’s Syndrome , which is the subject of our conversation today. Dr. Brown can be reached at: BrownADHDclinic.com.

Outside the Box, Dr. Brown’s fifth book, is a comprehensive explanation of ADHD and how it intersects with its co-occurring disorders – Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, and time blindness to name a few. The latter two are not separate disorders but IMO they are the most impairing qualities of ADHD. Read, listen, and learn!

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