Thomas Brown

Thomas E. Brown, a clinical psychologist and founder of the Brown Clinic, dives into the often-overlooked social anxiety faced by teens and young adults with ADHD. He highlights the fear of embarrassment in social situations and its impact on personal interactions and academics. Brown discusses the crucial role parents play in building confidence and awareness in their children, as well as the nuanced relationship between ADHD medications and anxiety. The podcast also explores rejection sensitivity and provides practical strategies for fostering social engagement.

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.

Dr. Thomas Brown discusses the link between ADHD and anxiety disorders, highlighting the importance of identifying and treating both conditions. The podcast covers different forms of anxiety, treatment options like cognitive behavioral therapy, and managing anxiety symptoms alongside ADHD. It also explores social anxiety, test anxiety in individuals with ADHD, and the struggles of highly intelligent individuals with ADHD and anxiety.