Dr. Joey Case

Dr. Joey Case, Assistant Athletic Director of Counseling and Sports Psychology at Mississippi State, shares his expertise on ADHD's impact on youth athletes. He clarifies that ADHD isn't a character flaw and can be reframed as a challenge rather than a barrier to success. Dr. Case discusses how ADHD traits can actually be strengths in sports, while also providing practical strategies for parents and coaches to support kids. He emphasizes the importance of understanding behaviors misinterpreted as laziness and encourages focusing on the joy of sports rather than outcomes.