In this episode I look at ADHD which is increasing in prevalence due to increased diagnoses. There are many features to this condition which need unpacking. I look at the causes, what we can do to help manage ADHD and why it occurs in the first place.
The increase in diagnosis: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2023/jul/significant-rise-adhd-diagnoses-uk
ADHD and dopamine - seeking rewards:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325499
Time blindness: https://add.org/adhd-time-blindness/
The risk and benefits of ADHD medication: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6697582/
Risk factors for ADHD: https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/causes
Time blindness: https://www.thecut.com/2020/04/coronavirus-self-isolation-time-blindness.html
Hyperfocus: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7851038/
Rating scales for children: https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/rating-scale#symptoms-checklist
For adults (website with advice and help): https://adhduk.co.uk/adult-adhd-screening-survey/
Once of many ADHD podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adhd-chatter/id1677158558
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